If you prefer a large, immersive display for HDR gaming and media consumption with exceptional color depth, contrast, and brightness, the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is optimal, but its uncommon aspect ratio may limit its versatility for some productivity tasks. Conversely, if you need a monitor more suited for productivity and digital photo editing, with a more conventional aspect ratio and an adjustable stand, consider the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS), though it won't rival the Gigabyte in visual impact for media. Neither are ideal for competitive gaming, with the Acer offering a higher refresh rate that is better for casual gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS)
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Best in class contrast
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
95.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.8/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
No
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) are both poor for productivity, though the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
9.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.3/10
5.5/10
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 144 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Cost
$1,147
$1,100
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) has a price of $1,147 and the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) costs $1,100.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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