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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize a larger screen and higher refresh rate for fast-paced gaming, along with a stand that adjusts to different positions and better suitability for photo editing, the Acer XB323U-GX is a solid choice despite its higher cost. Conversely, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option that still provides a sharp image for gaming and productivity, along with a better response time to minimize ghosting, the MSI G273QPF will serve you well at a lesser expense. The Acer has some features conducive to professional creative work, whereas the MSI leans towards a balance between gaming and general productivity without the premium price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS)
- Very good refresh rate
- Good brightness
Advantages of the MSI G273QPF (IPS)
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
- Very good response time
Key differences
Productivity
4.8
6.2
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
No
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.4
6.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$1,147
$244
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) has a price of $1,147 and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) costs $244.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9
6.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
95.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI G273QPF (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.3
5.8
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.9 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) and Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Acer XB323U-GX (IPS) | MSI G273QPF (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,147 | $244 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 27" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 16 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1000:1 | 1249:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 316 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 600 nits | N/A | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 173.4 % | 132.7 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 8 ms | 6.9 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 270 Hz | 20 - 165 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8.5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 91 PPI | 109 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 6.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 6.1/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 1 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 1 | 1 | |
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | September 2023
"Thanks to its 27″ 1440p IPS panel with wide color gamut, the MSI G273QF delivers an immersive viewing experience, while the rapid 1ms GtG response time speed, FreeSync, MBR and 165Hz ensure buttery-smooth performance – all that at an appealing price!"
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