
Acer Nitro 27-inch
Score: 76/100
Asus TUF Gaming VG24VQER
Score: 71/100Rankings

The Acer Nitro ED270R is a 27-inch curved VA gaming monitor with a high 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response, delivering smooth gameplay. Its limited brightness and Full HD resolution reduce sharpness and visibility in bright environments. Best suited for budget-focused esports players who value speed over pixel density.

The ASUS TUF VG24VQER is a 23.6-inch curved VA monitor offering 180 Hz refresh and 1 ms motion blur reduction for fast-paced gaming. Its limited ergonomics, lack of HDR and modest brightness reduce its appeal for content-creation or bright-room use. Ideal for budget-focused competitive gamers who value speed and deep blacks over extensive adjustability.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
27 inchesbest | 23.6 inches | |
165 Hz | 180 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 1 msbest |
250 nitsbest | 250 nitsbest | |
— | 90 %best | |
— | 3,000best | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.9 kg | 3.22 kgbest |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
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Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 27 inches | 23.6 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 165 Hz | 180 Hz |
HDR Support | true | false |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (with stand) (kg) | 3.9 kg | 3.22 kg |
Width (with stand) (mm) | 610.1 mm | 537.57 mm |
Height (with stand) (mm) | 445.8 mm | 403.86 mm |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | true | false |

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Professional reviewers emphasize the monitor's ultra-smooth motion and strong dynamic contrast, praising its high refresh rate and FreeSync implementation while noting the limited brightness and Full HD resolution as drawbacks for a 27-inch display.
Everyday users generally praise the Nitro ED270R for its affordable price, immersive curve, and smooth gameplay, but repeatedly mention the low pixel density, weak speakers, and occasional ghosting as common pain points.

“upgraded from older 1080p 60 Hz feels transformative”

“Value for the price, curve immersion and smooth FreeSync”



Professional editors view the VG24VQER as a strong value proposition for esports-focused gamers, praising its high refresh rate, ELMB Sync, and vivid color reproduction, while noting the limited ergonomics and modest brightness as trade-offs for the price point.
Consumers generally appreciate the monitor's ultra-fast refresh and vibrant visuals, especially for fast-paced games, but recurring feedback points to dissatisfaction with the low 1080p pixel density and the lack of height or swivel adjustments.