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Acer Predator XB273U GX vs MSI Optix MAG274QRF: Comparison
Acer Predator XB273U GX and MSI Optix MAG274QRF separate most on refresh rate: Acer Predator XB273U GX at 240 Hz, MSI Optix MAG274QRF at 165 Hz, 31% in favour of Acer Predator XB273U GX. They match on resolution and aspect ratio.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | IPS | Rapid VA |
| Brand | Acer | MSI |
| Model Number | XB273U GX | MAG274QRF |
| Screen Size | 27 in | 27 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 165 Hz-31% |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive Sync | NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible | AMD FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible |
| Series | Predator | Optix MAG274QRF |
| HDR Formats | HDR10 | HDR Ready (no certification) |
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.
MSI Optix MAG274QRF
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
A contrast-forward budget VA gaming monitor that trades color gamut for genuinely deep blacks.