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Acer Predator XB273U vs ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL3A: Comparison
Acer Predator XB273U and ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL3A separate most on refresh rate: Acer Predator XB273U at 165 Hz, ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL3A at 180 Hz, 8% in favour of ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL3A. Max Refresh Rate splits them by another 8%, again favouring ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL3A. They match on 18 other specifications, including panel type, screen size and resolution.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Brand | Acer | ASUS |
| Model Number | XB273U GS | VG27AQL3A |
| Screen Size | 27 in | 27 in |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| Panel Technology | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz-8% | 180 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible | Adaptive-Sync, AMD FreeSync, G-Sync Compatible |
| HDR Support | Yes | Yes |
| Curved | No | No |
| Native Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2560x1440 |
| Screen Curvature | Flat | Flat |
| Max Refresh Rate | 165 Hz-8% | 180 Hz |
| Response Time GtG | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| VRR Standard | G-Sync Compatible | G-Sync Compatible |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR 400 | DisplayHDR 400 |
| Native Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 | 1000:1 |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95 % | 96 % |
| Height Adjustment Range | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Pivot To Portrait | Yes | Yes |
| VESA Mount Pattern | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Series | Predator XB273U | TUF Gaming |
| Color Gamut | 95% DCI-P3 | 130% sRGB, 96% DCI-P3 |
| HDR Formats | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Source URL | https://www.acer.com/gb-en/predator/monitors/xb3/pdp/UM.HX0EE.S05 | https://www.asus.com/displays-desktops/monitors/tuf-gaming/tuf-gaming-vg27aql3a/techspec/ |
Verdict
Acer Predator XB273U
8.1 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid, no-surprises 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that competes well against the segment's established favorites.
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL3A
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-rounded value 1440p gaming monitor whose ELMB Sync feature outperforms its price point.