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Acer Predator XB273U vs Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD: Comparison
Acer Predator XB273U vs Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD refresh rate compared
The gap that matters here is refresh rate: Acer Predator XB273U 165 Hz against Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD 180 Hz, which puts Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD 8% ahead. Panel type is not the same on both, IPS on the Acer Predator XB273U versus VA on the Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD. They differ on response time too, 1 ms on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 1ms on the Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD. There is a split on adaptive sync as well, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible on the Acer Predator XB273U versus AMD FreeSync Premium on the Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD. They differ on dci-p3 coverage too, 95 % on the Acer Predator XB273U versus 93 % on the Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD. There is a split on color gamut as well, 95% DCI-P3 on the Acer Predator XB273U versus ~93% DCI-P3 on the Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD.
Who each one is for
Buy the Acer Predator XB273U for gamers wanting reliable QHD performance at 170Hz and buyers who value sturdy build quality, though it is not built for buyers wanting USB-C connectivity and minimalist desk aesthetics. The Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD is the one to take for budget-conscious gamers wanting deep contrast for dark titles and RGB setup enthusiasts wanting ambient lighting sync, though it is not the pick for viewing-angle-sensitive multi-person setups and color-critical creative work. 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 Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD (7.6/10): A solid mainstream 1440p gaming monitor whose VA contrast and RGB flourishes justify its accessible price.
Where the two are identical
Where they agree, they agree completely, resolution, screen size, hdr formats and aspect ratio included, so the decision does not turn on any of those.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- Acer Predator XB273U
- IPS
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- VA
Brand
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Acer
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- Samsung
Model Number
- Acer Predator XB273U
- XB273U GS
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- G60SD
Screen Size
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 27 in
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- 27 in
Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Aspect Ratio
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 16:9
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 165 Hz-8%
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- 180 HzBest
Response Time
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 1 ms
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- 1ms (MPRT)
Adaptive Sync
- Acer Predator XB273U
- NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- AMD FreeSync Premium
DCI-P3 Coverage
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 95 %
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- 93 %
Series
- Acer Predator XB273U
- Predator XB273U
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- Odyssey G6
Color Gamut
- Acer Predator XB273U
- 95% DCI-P3
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- ~93% DCI-P3
HDR Formats
- Acer Predator XB273U
- HDR10
- Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
- HDR10
Which one should you pick?
Choose Acer Predator XB273U if you want the higher screen size (27 in vs 27 in).
Choose Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD if you want the higher refresh rate (180 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.
Samsung Odyssey G6 G60SD
7.6 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid mainstream 1440p gaming monitor whose VA contrast and RGB flourishes justify its accessible price.