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Acer Predator XB273U GX vs Gigabyte AORUS FI27Q-X: Comparison
Acer Predator XB273U GX and Gigabyte AORUS FI27Q-X differ on panel type: Acer Predator XB273U GX at IPS, Gigabyte AORUS FI27Q-X at SS IPS. They match on 8 other specifications, including resolution, panel technology and aspect ratio.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | IPS | SS IPS |
| Brand | Acer | Gigabyte |
| Model Number | XB273U GX | FI27Q-X |
| Screen Size | 27 in | 27 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| Panel Technology | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1ms (GtG) |
| Adaptive Sync | NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible | NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, AMD FreeSync Premium |
| HDR Support | Yes | Yes |
| Native Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2560x1440 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit + FRC | 8-bit + FRC |
| VESA Mount Pattern | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Series | Predator | AORUS |
| HDR Formats | HDR10 | VESA DisplayHDR 400 |
| Ports | DisplayPort, HDMI, USB Type-C, headphone out | DisplayPort 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.0, built-in KVM switch |
| Source URL | https://www.acer.com/ca-en/predator/monitors/xb3/pdp/UM.HX3AA.X05 | https://www.gigabyte.com/Monitor/AORUS-FI27Q-X/sp |
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.
Gigabyte AORUS FI27Q-X
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-tuned, value-focused esports monitor whose KVM switch adds practical utility for streamers and dual-PC gamers.