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Acer Predator XB273U vs Dell G3223Q: Comparison
What is the difference between Acer Predator XB273U and Dell G3223Q?
The gap that matters here is refresh rate: Acer Predator XB273U 165 Hz against Dell G3223Q 144 Hz, which puts Acer Predator XB273U 13% ahead. Dell G3223Q also leads on screen size, 27 in on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 32 in on the Dell G3223Q. There is a split on adaptive sync as well, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible on the Acer Predator XB273U versus AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible on the Dell G3223Q. There is a split on built-in speakers as well, Yes on the Acer Predator XB273U versus No on the Dell G3223Q.
Which should you buy, Acer Predator XB273U or Dell G3223Q?
The Acer Predator XB273U suits gamers wanting reliable QHD performance at 170Hz and buyers who value sturdy build quality, though it is the wrong buy for buyers wanting USB-C connectivity and minimalist desk aesthetics. Buy the Dell G3223Q for high-end PC gamers with GPUs that can drive 4K/144Hz and console gamers wanting HDMI 2.1 4K/120, though it is not built for budget or mid-range GPU owners and esports players prioritizing pure frame rate. Our rating of the Acer Predator XB273U (8.1/10): A solid, no-surprises 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that competes well against the segment's established favorites. Our rating of the Dell G3223Q (8.7/10): A genuinely dual-purpose 4K gaming and productivity monitor with above-average HDR performance.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Panel type, hdr support, panel technology, aspect ratio and screen curvature read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing. They match on 2 further specifications as well.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Acer Predator XB273U and Dell G3223Q differ on resolution?
Yes. Resolution reads 2560 x 1440 on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 3840 x 2160 on the Dell G3223Q.
Is the DCI-P3 Coverage the same on the Acer Predator XB273U and Dell G3223Q?
It is. Both are listed at 95 %, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- Acer Predator XB273U
- IPS
- Dell G3223Q
- IPS
Brand
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Acer
- Dell G3223Q
- Dell
Model Number
- Acer Predator XB273U
- XB273U GS
- Dell G3223Q
- G3223Q
Screen Size
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 27 in-16%
- Dell G3223Q
- 32 inBest
Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- Dell G3223Q
- 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
Panel Technology
- Acer Predator XB273U
- IPS
- Dell G3223Q
- IPS
Aspect Ratio
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 16:9
- Dell G3223Q
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 165 HzBest
- Dell G3223Q
- 144 Hz-13%
Response Time
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 1 ms
- Dell G3223Q
- 1ms (GTG)
Adaptive Sync
- Acer Predator XB273U
- NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
- Dell G3223Q
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible
HDR Support
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Yes
- Dell G3223Q
- Yes
Native Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 2560x1440
- Dell G3223Q
- 3840x2160
Screen Curvature
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Flat
- Dell G3223Q
- Flat
HDR Certification
- Acer Predator XB273U
- DisplayHDR 400
- Dell G3223Q
- DisplayHDR 600
DCI-P3 Coverage
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 95 %
- Dell G3223Q
- 95 %
VESA Mount Pattern
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 100x100
- Dell G3223Q
- 100x100
Built-in Speakers
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Yes
- Dell G3223Q
- No
Series
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Predator XB273U
- Dell G3223Q
- Dell Gaming G3223Q
Color Gamut
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 95% DCI-P3
- Dell G3223Q
- 95% DCI-P3, 99% sRGB
HDR Formats
- Acer Predator XB273U
- HDR10
- Dell G3223Q
- VESA DisplayHDR 600
Which one should you pick?
Choose Acer Predator XB273U if you want the higher refresh rate (165 Hz vs 144 Hz).
Choose Dell G3223Q if you want the higher screen size (32 in vs 27 in).
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.
Dell G3223Q
8.7 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely dual-purpose 4K gaming and productivity monitor with above-average HDR performance.