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Acer Predator XB273U GX vs BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX: Comparison
What is the difference between Acer Predator XB273U GX and BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX?
On max refresh rate the spread is 47%, Acer Predator XB273U GX 270 Hz against BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX 144 Hz, so Acer Predator XB273U GX takes it. Add refresh rate to that, 240 Hz on the Acer Predator XB273U GX versus 144 Hz on the BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX, and the pattern holds. Add screen size to that, 27 in on the Acer Predator XB273U GX versus 31.5 in on the BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX, and the pattern holds.
Who each one is for
The Acer Predator XB273U GX is the one to take for competitive players wanting to measure and tune system latency and NVIDIA Reflex-compatible GPU and peripheral owners, though it is the wrong buy for content creators needing wide color gamut and AMD GPU users who can't use Reflex Latency Analyzer. The BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX suits HDR movie and game enthusiasts wanting real peak brightness and buyers who want good built-in speakers without external audio gear, though it is not built for esports players wanting 240Hz or higher and dark-room OLED purists. Our rating of the Acer Predator XB273U GX (8.3/10): A speed-focused esports monitor whose latency analyzer tooling stands out in a crowded 1440p gaming segment.
Where the two are identical
Where they agree, they agree completely, panel type, response time, response time gtg, hdr support and hdr formats included, so the decision does not turn on any of those. They match on 5 further specifications as well.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Acer Predator XB273U GX and BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX differ on resolution?
Yes. Resolution reads 2560 x 1440 on the Acer Predator XB273U GX versus 3840 x 2160 on the BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX.
Is the Panel Technology the same on the Acer Predator XB273U GX and BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX?
It is. Both are listed at IPS, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- IPS
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- IPS
Brand
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Acer
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- BenQ
Model Number
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- XB273U GX
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- EX321UX
Screen Size
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 27 in-14%
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 31.5 inBest
Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
Panel Technology
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- IPS
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- IPS
Aspect Ratio
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 16:9
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 240 HzBest
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 144 Hz-40%
Response Time
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 1 ms
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 1 ms
Adaptive Sync
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
HDR Support
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Yes
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- Yes
Native Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 2560x1440
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 3840x2160
Max Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 270 HzBest
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 144 Hz-47%
Response Time GtG
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 1 ms
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 1 ms
VRR Standard
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- G-Sync Compatible
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- FreeSync Premium Pro
SDR Brightness
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 400 nits
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 700 nitsBest
USB-C DP Alt Mode
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Yes
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- Yes
Height Adjustment Range
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 100 mm
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 100 mm
VESA Mount Pattern
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 100x100
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 100x100
Series
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Predator
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- MOBIUZ
HDR Formats
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- HDR10
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- HDR10
Ports
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- DisplayPort, HDMI, USB Type-C, headphone out
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
- 3x HDMI 2.1 (1x eARC), DisplayPort 2.1, USB-C (65W PD, DP Alt Mode), 3x USB-A + 1x USB-C downstream
Which one should you pick?
Choose Acer Predator XB273U GX if you want the higher refresh rate (240 Hz vs 144 Hz), the lower response time (1 ms vs 1 ms) and the higher max refresh rate (270 Hz vs 144 Hz).
Choose BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX if you want the higher screen size (31.5 in vs 27 in).
Verdict
Acer Predator XB273U GX
8.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A speed-focused esports monitor whose latency analyzer tooling stands out in a crowded 1440p gaming segment.
BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A bright, well-rounded 4K Mini-LED gaming monitor whose HDR performance and audio stand out from typical gaming displays.