If you're focused on competitive gaming and want a monitor with a high refresh rate for smoother gameplay, the Acer X27U would be a better fit due to its excellent motion handling. However, the Asus PA32DC, with its higher resolution and color accuracy, excels in tasks like HDR video editing and is suitable for print photo editing, making it ideal for professional creatives. The higher price of the Asus monitor reflects its suitability for specialized work, whereas the Acer provides a more cost-effective option for those prioritizing gaming performance. Keep in mind that the Asus model does not perform well for gaming due to a lower refresh rate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer X27U (W-OLED)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Good brightness
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
8.8/10
4.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
75Hz
1.4 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.1 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
211 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
The Acer X27U (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) is poor.
Productivity
5.8/10
6.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
111 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) is only fair for productivity, while the Acer X27U (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.5/10
9.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
211 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
603 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Acer X27U (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$1,000
$3,499
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Acer X27U (W-OLED) has a price of $1,000 and the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) costs $3,499.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Acer X27U (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
9.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
75Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
211 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
603 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
95.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) and Acer X27U (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer X27U (W-OLED) and Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer X27U (W-OLED) and Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Acer X27U (W-OLED) and Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Acer X27U (W-OLED) and the Asus PA32DC (Inkjet OLED) compare to other monitors
"All in all, the Asus PA32DC OLED is a superbly crafted display for experts in their craft. From filmmakers to colorists and everyone in between, this OLED display comes with just about everything that’ll satisfy professionals and enthusiasts. The undisputed champion of content creation monitors might still be the Apple Pro Display XDR for some, but the Asus PA32DC OLED puts up a heck of a fight for several grand less."
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