Acer Nitro VG280K bmiipx 28" Black 2021
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Acer Nitro VG280K bmiipx 28" Black 2021
This 28-inch 4K monitor delivers excellent picture quality and vibrant colors at a very competitive price point. Users praise its easy setup, G-Sync compatibility, and solid build quality, though a few report stuck pixels or dead subpixels after months of use. The 60Hz refresh rate and basic speakers are adequate for most, but gamers may want faster response times. Overall, it's a fantastic value for budget-conscious 4K shoppers.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Great value for money
- Easy setup
- Vibrant colors
- G-Sync compatible
Cons
- Stuck or dead pixels reported
- Only 60Hz refresh rate
- Mediocre built-in speakers
- 4ms response time (not 1ms)
- Requires good graphics card for 4K
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
The LG UltraGear 27-inch OLED gaming monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED picture quality, incredibly high 480Hz refresh rate, and ultra-fast 0.03ms response time. Users describe it as a game-changer for competitive gaming, offering fluid motion and deep blacks. Common drawbacks include the high price, the need for a powerful GPU to reach 480Hz, and the lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for serious gamers who can afford the premium.
Pros
- Stunning OLED picture quality
- Incredibly smooth 480Hz refresh rate
- Ultra-fast 0.03ms response time
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Solid build and ergonomic stand
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for 480Hz
- No built-in speakers
- SDR brightness lower than LCD rivals
- Potential burn-in risk with OLED
Scores
Specifications
| Acer Nitro VG280K bmiipx 28" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 28" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 4 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | 90% DCI-P3 | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | HDR10 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 3★ |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | 30W★ | — |
| Weight | 5.08 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
Acer Nitro VG280K bmiipx 28" Black 2021
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong color (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (75th percentile)
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Acer Nitro VG280K bmiipx 28" Black 2021
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 29 specs.
