Acer PM161Q 15.6-inch
Score: 78/100
LG 27UP850K-W
Score: 83/100Rankings
The LG 27UP850K-W is a 27-inch 4K IPS monitor that excels in color accuracy and offers a versatile USB-C docking solution. Its fully adjustable stand and VESA HDR400 make it ideal for creative professionals, though the 60 Hz panel and modest HDR limit its gaming appeal.
The Acer PM161Q is a lightweight 15.6" portable IPS monitor offering dual USB-C connectivity, a magnetic cover stand, and basic HDR support. It excels in portability and flexibility but falls short on brightness and color gamut for bright or color-critical environments.
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15.6 inches | 27 inchesbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
250 nits | 400 nitsbest | |
1,000 ratiobest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 msbest | 5 ms |
1 count | 2 countbest | |
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2 countbest | 1 count |
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Display(6) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 15.6 inches | 27 inches |
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 400 nits |
Contrast Ratio (ratio) | 1000 ratio | 1200:1 ratio |
Response Time (ms) | 4 ms | 5 ms |
Color Gamut | 65% sRGB | 95% DCI-P3 |
Connectivity(2) | ||
HDMI Ports (count) | 1 count | 2 count |
USB‑C Ports (count) | 2 count | 1 count |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | 45-60 degrees | -5 to 20 degrees |
Warranty & Power(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 36 months | 12 months |
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Professional reviewers consider the Acer PM161Q a solid budget-friendly portable monitor for indoor productivity, highlighting its crisp IPS panel, dual USB-C connectivity, and magnetic cover, while noting its limited brightness and color gamut.
Everyday users appreciate the plug-and-play simplicity, lightweight design, and magnetic cover stand, but complain about lower than advertised brightness and cable confusion with the Mini HDMI port.
Professional reviewers consider the 27UP850K-W a top-tier productivity monitor for creatives, especially Mac users, citing its precise color reproduction, robust USB-C docking, and ergonomic flexibility. While it includes modest gaming features, the 60 Hz panel and basic HDR limit its appeal for serious gamers, and the lack of a built-in KVM switch is noted as a drawback.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the monitor's color accuracy, USB-C convenience, and adjustable stand, noting it improves workflow and reduces eye strain. Common complaints focus on the modest HDR impact, average built-in speakers, absence of a webcam, occasional backlight bleed, and the lack of automatic input switching.
“Plug-and-play simplicity makes it perfect for on-the-go work.”
“The brightness is noticeably lower than the spec, especially in bright rooms.”
“I wish the Mini HDMI cable was clearer; I kept using the wrong adapter.”
