Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx 27" Black 2023
Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" Black
What Buyers Say
Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx 27" Black 2023
This Acer monitor delivers excellent IPS picture quality and smooth 240Hz performance at a very competitive price. Verified buyers praise its color accuracy, fast response time, and minimal ghosting, though the built-in speakers are notably poor. Overall, it is highly recommended for gaming, especially shooters and eSports, as a great value upgrade from 1080p.
Pros
- Excellent IPS picture quality
- Smooth 240Hz refresh rate
- Fast 0.5ms response time
- Great value for the price
- Minimal ghosting and light bleed
Cons
- Poor built-in speakers
- HDMI 2.0 only (not 2.1)
- Minor IPS light bleed at edges
Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" Black
The GIGABYTE G27Q20 monitor receives mostly positive feedback for its sharp 2K resolution, vibrant colors, and excellent value for money. Users praise the ergonomic stand and smooth 200Hz refresh rate, though one unit arrived dead on arrival and another had a minor screen scratch. Overall, it's seen as a great budget-friendly option for both work and gaming.
Pros
- Sharp 2K resolution
- Vibrant colors
- Excellent value for money
- Ergonomic stand
- Smooth 200Hz refresh rate
Cons
- Dead on arrival unit
- Minor screen scratch
- Off-brand quality concerns
Scores
Specifications
| Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx 27" | Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz★ | 210 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms | 0.5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | 350 nits |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 99% | 94% DCI-P3 / 123% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | 8-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | Display Port 1.4, 2 x HDMI 2.0 Ports | — |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | 60W | 21W★ |
| Weight | 4.90 kg★ | 5.66 kg |
Pros & Cons
Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx 27" Black 2023
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong performance (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong color (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" Black
- Strong performance (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong color (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong display (72nd percentile)
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 29 specs.