ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD
Score: 69/100Acer KG251Q
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Acer Nitro 24.5" VA monitor pushes performance with a 280 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms VRB response, targeting competitive esports gamers. Its ZeroFrame design and FreeSync Premium make it attractive for fast-paced play, though ergonomic adjustments and HDR brightness are limited.
The ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD is a 27-inch curved VA gaming monitor delivering a rapid 180 Hz refresh rate, deep contrast and FreeSync Premium at a budget-friendly price. It offers immersive curvature and eye-care features but lacks height adjustment, has modest brightness for HDR and low-power speakers.
| Attribute | | Acer KG251Q |
|---|---|---|
27 inchesbest | 24.5 inches | |
180 Hz | 280 Hzbest | |
1,920 pixelsbest | 1,920 pixelsbest | |
1,080 pixelsbest | 1,080 pixelsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 1 msbest |
250 nitsbest | 250 nitsbest | |
4,000 | 100,000,000best | |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | | Acer KG251Q |
|---|---|---|
Display(5) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 27 inches | 24.5 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 180 Hz | 280 Hz |
Adaptive Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium, G-Sync compatible |
Contrast Ratio | 4000 | 100000000 |
Color Gamut | 102% sRGB, 72% NTSC | sRGB 99% |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | -5 to 20 degrees | 30 degrees |
Power(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 26-27 W | 22 W |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | true | false |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the VX2718-PC-MHD for delivering a high 180 Hz refresh rate and deep 1500R curvature at a budget price, noting the VA panel's strong contrast and FreeSync Premium as key differentiators. They caution that while input lag and color accuracy are acceptable, they fall short of premium standards, and the lack of height adjustment and HDMI limitations keep it from the top tier.
Everyday users consistently highlight the monitor's smooth, responsive gameplay and immersive curvature, calling it a great value and easy to set up. Recurring complaints focus on slight text fuzziness, the HDMI refresh ceiling, and the anti-glare coating's visual artifacts.
Professional reviewers highlight the monitor's exceptional value for competitive gamers, emphasizing its 280 Hz refresh rate, FreeSync Premium support and ZeroFrame design as standout features that deliver flagship-level performance at a budget price.
Everyday users consistently praise the ultra-smooth gameplay and bezel-less design, while common complaints focus on the lack of height adjustment, occasional ghosting in dark scenes, and the need to manually overclock to achieve the full 280 Hz refresh rate.
“Smooth gameplay”
“Immersive curve”
“Great value”
