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Acer Predator XB273U GX vs BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX: Comparison
Acer Predator XB273U GX and BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX separate most on max refresh rate: Acer Predator XB273U GX at 270 Hz, BenQ MOBIUZ EX321UX at 144 Hz, 47% in favour of Acer Predator XB273U GX. Refresh Rate splits them by another 40%, again favouring Acer Predator XB273U GX. They match on 10 other specifications, including panel type, panel technology and aspect ratio.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Brand | Acer | BenQ |
| Model Number | XB273U GX | EX321UX |
| Screen Size | 27 in-14% | 31.5 in |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Panel Technology | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 144 Hz-40% |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro |
| HDR Support | Yes | Yes |
| Native Resolution | 2560x1440 | 3840x2160 |
| Max Refresh Rate | 270 Hz | 144 Hz-47% |
| Response Time GtG | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| VRR Standard | G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| SDR Brightness | 400 nits | 700 nits |
| USB-C DP Alt Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Height Adjustment Range | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| VESA Mount Pattern | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Series | Predator | MOBIUZ |
| HDR Formats | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Ports | DisplayPort, HDMI, USB Type-C, headphone out | 3x HDMI 2.1 (1x eARC), DisplayPort 2.1, USB-C (65W PD, DP Alt Mode), 3x USB-A + 1x USB-C downstream |
| Source URL | https://www.acer.com/ca-en/predator/monitors/xb3/pdp/UM.HX3AA.X05 | https://www.benq.com/en-us/monitor/gaming/ex321ux/spec.html |
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.