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AOC 27G4X vs BenQ PD3225U: Comparison
AOC 27G4X vs BenQ PD3225U: the response time difference
Start with response time, because it is the widest measured gap between them: AOC 27G4X 1 ms against BenQ PD3225U 5 ms, 400% in favour of AOC 27G4X. AOC 27G4X also leads on refresh rate, 180 Hz on the AOC 27G4X versus 60 Hz on the BenQ PD3225U. AOC 27G4X also leads on max refresh rate, 180 Hz on the AOC 27G4X versus 60 Hz on the BenQ PD3225U. Add screen size to that, 27 in on the AOC 27G4X versus 31.5 in on the BenQ PD3225U, and the pattern holds.
AOC 27G4X vs BenQ PD3225U: which one fits your build
Buy the AOC 27G4X for extreme budget-conscious gamers and first-time QHD high-refresh upgraders, though it is not the pick for buyers wanting real HDR contrast and anyone wanting a fully adjustable stand. The BenQ PD3225U suits architects and engineers using CAD/CAM software and photographers wanting a built-in SD card reader, though it is not built for gamers wanting high refresh rates and buyers who don't need specialized CAD picture modes. Our rating of the AOC 27G4X (7.6/10): an aggressively priced high-refresh QHD monitor that delivers solid core gaming performance without extra frills. Our rating of the BenQ PD3225U (8.3/10): A specialist 4K monitor whose CAD/CAM modes and SD card reader make it a strong pick for architecture, engineering, and photo workflows.
What AOC 27G4X and BenQ PD3225U have in common
Where they agree, they agree completely, panel type, hdr support, hdr formats, panel technology and aspect ratio included, so the decision does not turn on any of those. They match on 7 further specifications as well.
Frequently asked questions
Do the AOC 27G4X and BenQ PD3225U differ on resolution?
Yes. Resolution reads 1920 x 1080 on the AOC 27G4X versus 3840 x 2160 on the BenQ PD3225U.
Is the Curved the same on the AOC 27G4X and BenQ PD3225U?
It is. Both are listed at No, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- AOC 27G4X
- IPS
- BenQ PD3225U
- IPS
Brand
- AOC 27G4X
- AOC
- BenQ PD3225U
- BenQ
Model Number
- AOC 27G4X
- 27G4X
- BenQ PD3225U
- PD3225U
Screen Size
- AOC 27G4X
- 27 in-14%
- BenQ PD3225U
- 31.5 inBest
Resolution
- AOC 27G4X
- 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
- BenQ PD3225U
- 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
Panel Technology
- AOC 27G4X
- IPS
- BenQ PD3225U
- IPS
Aspect Ratio
- AOC 27G4X
- 16:9
- BenQ PD3225U
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- AOC 27G4X
- 180 HzBest
- BenQ PD3225U
- 60 Hz-67%
Response Time
- AOC 27G4X
- 1 msBest
- BenQ PD3225U
- 5 ms-400%
Adaptive Sync
- AOC 27G4X
- Adaptive-Sync, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
- BenQ PD3225U
- AMD FreeSync
HDR Support
- AOC 27G4X
- Yes
- BenQ PD3225U
- Yes
Curved
- AOC 27G4X
- No
- BenQ PD3225U
- No
Panel Coating
- AOC 27G4X
- Matte anti-glare
- BenQ PD3225U
- Matte anti-glare
Native Resolution
- AOC 27G4X
- 1920x1080
- BenQ PD3225U
- 3840x2160
Screen Curvature
- AOC 27G4X
- Flat
- BenQ PD3225U
- Flat
Max Refresh Rate
- AOC 27G4X
- 180 HzBest
- BenQ PD3225U
- 60 Hz-67%
Response Time GtG
- AOC 27G4X
- 1 msBest
- BenQ PD3225U
- 5 ms
HDR Certification
- AOC 27G4X
- HDR10 signal only
- BenQ PD3225U
- DisplayHDR 400
SDR Brightness
- AOC 27G4X
- 300 nits
- BenQ PD3225U
- 400 nitsBest
Native Contrast Ratio
- AOC 27G4X
- 1000:1
- BenQ PD3225U
- 2000:1
DCI-P3 Coverage
- AOC 27G4X
- 95.5 %
- BenQ PD3225U
- 98 %
DisplayPort Version
- AOC 27G4X
- 1.4
- BenQ PD3225U
- 1.4
HDMI Version
- AOC 27G4X
- 2.0
- BenQ PD3225U
- 2.0
Height Adjustment Range
- AOC 27G4X
- 130 mmBest
- BenQ PD3225U
- 150 mm
Pivot To Portrait
- AOC 27G4X
- Yes
- BenQ PD3225U
- Yes
VESA Mount Pattern
- AOC 27G4X
- 100x100
- BenQ PD3225U
- 100x100
Series
- AOC 27G4X
- AOC Gaming 27G4X
- BenQ PD3225U
- Designer PD
Color Gamut
- AOC 27G4X
- 128.3% sRGB, 95.5% DCI-P3
- BenQ PD3225U
- 100% sRGB, 100% Rec.709, 98% DCI-P3
HDR Formats
- AOC 27G4X
- HDR10
- BenQ PD3225U
- HDR10
Which one should you pick?
Choose AOC 27G4X if you want the higher refresh rate (180 Hz vs 60 Hz), the lower response time (1 ms vs 5 ms) and the higher max refresh rate (180 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Choose BenQ PD3225U if you want the higher screen size (31.5 in vs 27 in).
Verdict
AOC 27G4X
7.6 / 10 Expert Rating
An aggressively priced high-refresh QHD monitor that delivers solid core gaming performance without extra frills.
BenQ PD3225U
8.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A specialist 4K monitor whose CAD/CAM modes and SD card reader make it a strong pick for architecture, engineering, and photo workflows.