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Acer Predator XB273U GX vs Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen: Comparison
Acer Predator XB273U GX and Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen separate most on max refresh rate: Acer Predator XB273U GX at 270 Hz, Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen at 165 Hz, 39% in favour of Acer Predator XB273U GX. Refresh Rate splits them by another 31%, again favouring Acer Predator XB273U GX. They match on 6 other specifications, including aspect ratio, response time and hdr support.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | IPS | VA |
| Brand | Acer | Samsung |
| Model Number | XB273U GX | LS55CG970NNXGO |
| Screen Size | 27 in-51% | 55 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Panel Technology | IPS | VA |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 165 Hz-31% |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| HDR Support | Yes | Yes |
| Native Resolution | 2560x1440 | 3840x2160 |
| Max Refresh Rate | 270 Hz | 165 Hz-39% |
| Response Time GtG | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| VRR Standard | G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| SDR Brightness | 400 nits | 600 nits |
| Height Adjustment Range | 100 mm | 270 mm |
| Pivot To Portrait | Yes | Yes |
| VESA Mount Pattern | 100x100 | 200x200 |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Series | Predator | Odyssey Ark (2nd Gen) |
| HDR Formats | HDR10 | Quantum HDR 32x, HDR10+ Gaming |
| Source URL | https://www.acer.com/ca-en/predator/monitors/xb3/pdp/UM.HX3AA.X05 | https://www.samsung.com/us/monitors/gaming/55-inch-odyssey-ark-2nd-gen-4k-uhd-165hz-1ms-quantum-mini-led-curved-gaming-screen-sku-ls55cg970nnxgo/ |
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.