If you're a competitive gamer, the Acer Predator X45's ultrawide aspect ratio can give an immersive experience with a larger screen, but if you are focused on productivity or high-resolution media consumption, the MSI MAG 321UPX has a higher screen resolution and better image clarity, making it a better value if you need crisp visuals for detailed work or enjoying 4K content. Both monitors offer deep blacks and vibrant colors, making them great for HDR gaming and media, but the MSI's higher pixels per inch also mean sharper text and images, beneficial for tasks like digital photo editing. However, the Acer's larger screen size may provide a more commanding view for gaming or multitasking. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED)
The Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) has no clear advantages over the MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED).
Advantages of the MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED)
Good for productivity
Best in class for media consumption
Good image clarity
Best in class color volume
Key differences
Productivity
4.0/10
7.6/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
83 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) is good for productivity, while the Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.1/10
10.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$1,200
$900
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) has a price of $1,200 and the MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) costs $900.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.8/10
9.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) and Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
6.4/10
6.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) and Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) are both only fair for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) and MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) and MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) and MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer Predator X45 (W-OLED) and MSI MAG 321UPX (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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