If budget is a concern and you engage in diverse tasks like digital photo editing and require an adjustable stand, the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) offers a solid all-round performance at a lower cost. On the other hand, if you're focused on a top-notch gaming experience, especially for HDR gaming, and prefer larger and ultra-wide displays, the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) offers superior contrast and response times suitable for intense gaming sessions, albeit at a higher price point. Keep in mind, though, the Corsair model may not be as well-suited for productivity due to its lack of an adjustable stand. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS)
Good brightness
Advantages of the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED)
Very good for casual gaming
Best in class contrast
Excellent response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
8.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
141 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
632 nits
95.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
97.6 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is very good for casual gaming, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.8/10
3.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
No
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$1,147
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) has a price of $1,147 and the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.3/10
5.4/10
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.6 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
141 nits
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
5.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
141 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
632 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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