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Acer Predator XB273U vs MSI G274QPF: Comparison
Acer Predator XB273U vs MSI G274QPF refresh rate compared
These two are close on paper, and refresh rate is the only measure that separates them at all: Acer Predator XB273U 165 Hz against MSI G274QPF 170 Hz. They differ on native contrast ratio too, 1000:1 on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 1000 :1 on the MSI G274QPF. Dci-p3 coverage is not the same on both, 95 % on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 93 % on the MSI G274QPF. Color depth is not the same on both, 8-bit on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 8-bit + FRC on the MSI G274QPF.
Which should you buy, Acer Predator XB273U or MSI G274QPF?
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. The MSI G274QPF is the one to take for value-focused gamers wanting high refresh QHD and buyers who don't need USB-C or KVM features, though it is not the pick for buyers wanting certified HDR and desks needing built-in KVM switching. 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 MSI G274QPF (7.9/10): A fast, no-frills 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that competes well on core specs against pricier rivals.
What Acer Predator XB273U and MSI G274QPF have in common
The common ground is wider than the gap: resolution, native resolution, response time, response time gtg and screen size are identical here. They match on 8 further specifications as well.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Acer Predator XB273U and MSI G274QPF differ on max refresh rate?
Yes. Max Refresh Rate reads 165 Hz on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 170 Hz on the MSI G274QPF.
Is the SDR Brightness the same on the Acer Predator XB273U and MSI G274QPF?
It is. Both are listed at 400 nits, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- Acer Predator XB273U
- IPS
- MSI G274QPF
- Rapid IPS
Brand
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Acer
- MSI G274QPF
- MSI
Model Number
- Acer Predator XB273U
- XB273U GS
- MSI G274QPF
- G274QPF
Screen Size
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 27 in
- MSI G274QPF
- 27 in
Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- MSI G274QPF
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Panel Technology
- Acer Predator XB273U
- IPS
- MSI G274QPF
- IPS
Aspect Ratio
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 16:9
- MSI G274QPF
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 165 Hz-3%
- MSI G274QPF
- 170 HzBest
Response Time
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 1 ms
- MSI G274QPF
- 1 ms
Adaptive Sync
- Acer Predator XB273U
- NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
- MSI G274QPF
- AMD FreeSync
HDR Support
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Yes
- MSI G274QPF
- Yes
Curved
- Acer Predator XB273U
- No
- MSI G274QPF
- No
Native Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 2560x1440
- MSI G274QPF
- 2560x1440
Screen Curvature
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Flat
- MSI G274QPF
- Flat
Max Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 165 Hz-3%
- MSI G274QPF
- 170 HzBest
Response Time GtG
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 1 ms
- MSI G274QPF
- 1 ms
VRR Standard
- Acer Predator XB273U
- G-Sync Compatible
- MSI G274QPF
- FreeSync
HDR Certification
- Acer Predator XB273U
- DisplayHDR 400
- MSI G274QPF
- DisplayHDR 400
SDR Brightness
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 400 nits
- MSI G274QPF
- 400 nits
Native Contrast Ratio
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 1000:1
- MSI G274QPF
- 1000 :1
DCI-P3 Coverage
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 95 %
- MSI G274QPF
- 93 %
Color Depth
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 8-bit
- MSI G274QPF
- 8-bit + FRC
Height Adjustment Range
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 115 mmBest
- MSI G274QPF
- 130 mm
Pivot To Portrait
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Yes
- MSI G274QPF
- Yes
VESA Mount Pattern
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 100x100
- MSI G274QPF
- 75x75
Series
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Predator XB273U
- MSI G274QPF
- MSI Gaming G274QPF
Color Gamut
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 95% DCI-P3
- MSI G274QPF
- 93% DCI-P3, 121% sRGB, 96% Adobe RGB
HDR Formats
- Acer Predator XB273U
- HDR10
- MSI G274QPF
- VESA DisplayHDR 400
Which one should you pick?
Choose Acer Predator XB273U if you want the higher screen size (27 in vs 27 in) and the lower response time (1 ms vs 1 ms).
Choose MSI G274QPF if you want the higher refresh rate (170 Hz vs 165 Hz) and the higher max refresh rate (170 Hz vs 165 Hz).
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.
MSI G274QPF
7.9 / 10 Expert Rating
A fast, no-frills 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that competes well on core specs against pricier rivals.