Acer Nitro VG1 VG271U 27" vs LG UltraGear 34GS95QE-B 34"

Acer VG271 Review 2024

Bottom Line
27" 1080p 144Hz IPS gaming monitor with vibrant colors, wide viewing angles, and smooth performance. Tilt-only design, underwhelming HDR, and high price are drawbacks.

Image Quality

• IPS panel by AU Optronics
• 3ms response time, 8-bit color depth, 99% sRGB, 1000:1 contrast, 400-nit brightness
• Entry-level HDR (DisplayHDR 400), limited impact
• Low pixel density (81 PPI), suitable for movies and gaming but not for detailed work
• Better colors/viewing angles than TN panels

Performance

• 3ms response time (Extreme overdrive needed)
• Excellent input lag (below 4ms)
• No excessive IPS glow or backlight bleeding
• Flicker-free, low-blue light filter
• VRB motion blur reduction
• AMD FreeSync (48-144Hz), not G-SYNC compatible

Features

• VRB, customizable crosshairs, Black Boost, 3 picture presets
• Gamma and 6-axis hue/saturation adjustments
• Joystick for OSD navigation, 3 hotkeys

Design & Connectivity

• Tilt-only stand, VESA mount compatible
• 2 HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.2, headphone jack, 2x2W speakers
• HDR only via HDMI

Price & Alternatives

• Priced $250-$300
• Alternatives: Acer XV272U (27" 1440p 144Hz IPS), MSI G273QF (1ms response), Dell S2522HG (1080p 240Hz 1ms IPS)

Conclusion
Decent gaming monitor, better alternatives available at the same price.

Specifications

• 27" 1080p IPS, 16:9, 144Hz, 3ms GtG, 1ms MPRT
• FreeSync (48-144Hz), 2x2W speakers, DisplayPort 1.2, 2x HDMI 2.0, headphone jack
• 400 cd/m² brightness, 1000:1 contrast, 16.7 million colors, VESA (100x100mm)

Pros

• Vibrant colors, wide viewing angles
• AMD FreeSync, 1ms MPRT
• Low input lag, quick response

Cons

• Low pixel density
• Entry-level HDR, no simultaneous FreeSync
• Tilt-only design
• Poor overdrive implementation
• IPS glow, mediocre contrast

LG 34GS95QE Review 2024

Bottom Line
Excellent OLED gaming monitor; consider alternatives.

Image Quality

• 34″ 3440×1440 W-OLED panel
• 275-nits (100% white), 1300-nits (<3% APL)
• RWBG subpixel layout: minor text fringing
• 98.5% DCI-P3, infinite contrast, 10-bit color
• sRGB emulation, 800R curvature
• Superior HDR, good for gaming, movies, productivity

Performance

• 240Hz, FreeSync Premium Pro, G-SYNC, HDMI 2.1 VRR
• Instant response, 3ms input lag
• Burn-in risk, 2-year warranty
• VRR flickering in dark scenes

Features

• OSD joystick, On-Screen Control
• Advanced color settings, PiP/PbP, RGB lighting
• Ergonomic stand, VESA mount
• Matte anti-glare, silent fan
• Connectivity: DP 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.1, USB 3.0 hub, headphone jack

Price & Alternatives

• $900-$1,300
• Compare with Dell AW3423DWF (QD-OLED, $800, 175Hz)
• Consider ASUS PG34WCDM ($1,300) and upcoming QD-OLED models

Pros

• Fast response, low input lag
• High brightness, wide color gamut
• Feature-rich, ergonomic design

Cons

• Burn-in risk
• Text fringing due to subpixel layout