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Acer Predator XB273U GX vs Philips Momentum 275M8: Comparison
What is the difference between Acer Predator XB273U GX and Philips Momentum 275M8?
Start with response time, because it is the widest measured gap between them: Acer Predator XB273U GX 1 ms against Philips Momentum 275M8 4 ms, 300% in favour of Acer Predator XB273U GX. Add max refresh rate to that, 270 Hz on the Acer Predator XB273U GX versus 170 Hz on the Philips Momentum 275M8, and the pattern holds. Add refresh rate to that, 240 Hz on the Acer Predator XB273U GX versus 170 Hz on the Philips Momentum 275M8, and the pattern holds.
Which should you buy, Acer Predator XB273U GX or Philips Momentum 275M8?
Buy the Acer Predator XB273U GX for competitive players wanting to measure and tune system latency and NVIDIA Reflex-compatible GPU and peripheral owners, though it is not built for content creators needing wide color gamut and AMD GPU users who can't use Reflex Latency Analyzer. The Philips Momentum 275M8 suits gamers wanting distinctive Ambiglow bias lighting and MultiView PIP/PBP functionality, though it is the wrong buy for competitive esports players wanting the fastest possible response times. It is equally the pick for buyers wanting DisplayHDR 400 certification at a mid-range QHD price point. It is the wrong buy for buyers who don't value ambient lighting features and want to save on cost.
What Acer Predator XB273U GX and Philips Momentum 275M8 have in common
Where they agree, they agree completely, resolution, native resolution, panel type, screen size and hdr support included, so the decision does not turn on any of those. They match on 4 further specifications as well.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Acer Predator XB273U GX and Philips Momentum 275M8 differ on response time gtg?
Yes. Response Time GtG reads 1 ms on the Acer Predator XB273U GX versus 4 ms on the Philips Momentum 275M8.
Is the Panel Technology the same on the Acer Predator XB273U GX and Philips Momentum 275M8?
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
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- IPS
Brand
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Acer
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- Philips
Model Number
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- XB273U GX
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 275M8RZ
Screen Size
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 27 in
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 27 in
Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Panel Technology
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- IPS
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- IPS
Aspect Ratio
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 16:9
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 240 HzBest
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 170 Hz-29%
Response Time
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 1 msBest
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 4 ms-300%
Adaptive Sync
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- AMD FreeSync Premium, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
HDR Support
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Yes
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- Yes
Native Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 2560x1440
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 2560x1440
Max Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 270 HzBest
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 170 Hz-37%
Response Time GtG
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 1 msBest
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 4 ms
VRR Standard
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- G-Sync Compatible
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- FreeSync Premium
SDR Brightness
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 400 nitsBest
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 350 nits
Color Depth
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 8-bit + FRC
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 8-bit + FRC
Pivot To Portrait
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Yes
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- No
VESA Mount Pattern
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 100x100
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 100x100
Series
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Predator
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- Momentum 275M8
HDR Formats
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- HDR10
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- VESA DisplayHDR 400
Ports
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- DisplayPort, HDMI, USB Type-C, headphone out
- Philips Momentum 275M8
- 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 2x HDMI 2.0, audio out
Which one should you pick?
Choose Acer Predator XB273U GX if you want the higher screen size (27 in vs 27 in), the higher refresh rate (240 Hz vs 170 Hz) and the lower response time (1 ms vs 4 ms).
Choose Philips Momentum 275M8 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
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.