If competitive gaming is a high priority, the Acer XB323U-GX with its higher refresh rate will offer a smoother experience, making it suitable for fast-paced games. However, if you're focused on professional photo editing, print photo editing tasks, and a stunning HDR media consumption experience, the Innocn 27M2U with better image clarity, higher resolution, and HDR capability is a more cost-effective choice. The Acer provides a larger screen but at a lower resolution, which may not be as sharp as the Innocn. On the other hand, if screen size and gaming performance are more critical for you, and the higher price is within your budget, then the Acer would be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS)
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED)
Good for casual gaming
Best in class for productivity
Very good for media consumption
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Good contrast
Best in class brightness
Very good color volume
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
7.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
95.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is good for casual gaming, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.8/10
9.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
163 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
8.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is very good for media consumption, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$1,147
$425
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) has a price of $1,147 and the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) costs $425.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
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 Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.3/10
5.1/10
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) compare to other monitors
"The Innocn 27MU2 screen isn’t built to Apple standards, but it’s robust enough for desktop use and surprisingly lightweight, considering its image quality. The stand is rock steady and adjustable, plus the screen can be wall mounted. There are plenty of input options plus the ability to display two sources on screen at the same time."
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