Product Comparison: ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQ vs Acer Predator XB271HK


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General Specifications
Brand
ASUS
Acer
Model
ROG Swift PG27AQ
Predator XB271HK
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The ASUS ROG SWIFT PG27AQ gaming display is built for exceptional visuals in the professional gaming arena, and features a 4K/UHD resolution and IPS technology.
Acer's Predator XB271HU WQHD display is about to turbocharge your gaming experience. This monitor combines jaw dropping specs, IPS panel that supports 144Hz refresh rate, delivering an amazing gaming experience.
Key Specs
Screen Size
27 in.
27 in.
Resolution
3840 x 2160
3840 x 2160
Response Time
4 ms
4 ms
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
60 Hz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQ Gaming Monitor
  • Outstanding 4K monitor with full sRGB gamut.
  • Color and picture are amazing. Response time is fast.
  • This monitor is incredible. 4K on 27" size looks amazing.
  • Absolutely incredible running games at 4k (BF1, Ark, etc) and watching movies at 4k also.
  • This monitor is beautiful and responsive. Pretty nice response time and freesync is good.
Acer Predator XB271HK IPS UHD Gaming Monitor
  • 1440p//IPS are a night-and-day difference over my previous use of 1080p//TN panels.
  • Literally no complaints about picture, 1440p and 165hz and Gsync is 100% the way to go and it works phenomenally
  • 1440p is a great size for 27" as it's not too small and not too big.
  • Monitor with 27 inch display is perfect for 1440p resolution.
  • Perfect gaming size, fast response, 165hz refresh rate, and amazing 96% color accuracy when using rting custom color settings.
Size & Weight
Material
Plastic
Plastic
Color
Black/Red
Black
Height
21.75 in.
15.8 in.
Width
24.4 in.
24.2 in.
Depth
9.37 in.
10.57 in.
Weight
15.87 pounds
15.43 pounds

ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQ

Acer Predator XB271HK

Display
Display Type
LCD
LCD
Panel Type
IPS
IPS
Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:9
Contrast Ratio
1000:1
1000:1
Brightness
300 cd/m²
300 cd/m²
Color Supported
1.07 Billion
1.07 Billion
View Angle Vertical
178 °
178 °
View Angle Horizontal
178 °
178 °
Curved Display
No
No
Anti-Glare
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Display"
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQ Gaming Monitor
  • Vibrant colors, liquid smooth at high (4K) resolution.
  • Great color accuracy for any task. Graphic design on this is a joy.
  • Overall picture quality is amazing. Very crisp and clear.
  • Great colors and viewing angles, as expected from IPS panel.
  • Every picture looks crystal clear on this IPS monitor.
Acer Predator XB271HK IPS UHD Gaming Monitor
  • IPS bleeding is minimal. The top-right corner of my screen is most affected, but it's not easy to see.
  • Easier on my very sensitive eyes as long as I turn the brightness way down from default.
  • Out of the box the color accuracy is far better than anything else I've ever had.
  • Games feel so incredibly smooth and buttery and I absolutely love the enhanced experience.
  • This monitor from acer is well priced, has an amazing ips display. I love the pixel density.
Features
Type
Gaming
Gaming
Touch Screen
No
No
Build-in speaker
Yes
Yes
Built-In Webcam
No
No
TV Tuner
No
No
Pivot Function
Yes
Yes
VESA-compatible
100x100
100x100
Extras
5-way OSD joystick, Flicker-free Technology, GamePlus (Crosshair/Timer), NVIDIA G-SYNC, Refresh Rate Turbo key, Trace Free Technology, Ultra-Low Blue Light technology
Zero Frame Design, Flicker-free Technology, NVIDIA G-SYNC technology
What customers say about "Features"
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQ Gaming Monitor
  • G-sync works perfectly. I have run into compatibility issues with SLI.
  • The build quality, features, and ease navigating the menus is what won me over.
  • Amazing monitor. Everything looks amazing and it is very easy to adjust.
  • Great monitor with amazing stand that doesn't wobble.
  • This monitor still has a larger real estate and sits closer to me due to its stand.
Acer Predator XB271HK IPS UHD Gaming Monitor
  • The stand was easy to setup, it feels high quality and moves smoothly.
  • There are controls for calibrating screen and such are extremely easy to use.
  • Gsync feels like getting a new graphics card without actually getting one because everything is so smooth.
  • Setting up the monitor was easy, very quality stand, although it is a little awkwardly shaped.
  • Monitor has speakers, but their quality is awful.
Connectivity
Inputs
3x USB 3.0, HDMI, DisplayPort, 3.5mm audio out
HDMI, DisplayPort, 4x USB, 3.5mm audio out
What customers say about "Connectivity"
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQ Gaming Monitor
  • The image looks amazing when connected through the Display Port to my gaming PC.
  • Easy to connect and get all 60Hz via DisplayPort.
  • Everything is easy to adjust and connect. Get all 4k/60Hz as soon as you connect monitor via DIsplayport.
  • 60Hz refresh rate is available only with displayport.
  • Switching from HDMI to display port will mess up the DPI in your screen.
Acer Predator XB271HK IPS UHD Gaming Monitor
  • USB ports on the side of the monitor is useful for something.
  • Comes with all the cords and ports you will need.
  • The monitor also has speakers on it as well as USB 3.0 ports on the side I may not find a use for those but I can see where some people might.
  • USB ports all over are easier access than reaching for your pc.
  • Built in USB hub and all over connections are pretty good.
Power
Wattage
90 Watts
55 Watts
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
2 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC, RoHS
CE, FCC

ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQ

Acer Predator XB271HK

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