So just to start off with if any of you happen to also use the LinusTechTips forum, I posted this question about 12 hours ago and have gotten no answers, so maybe the TekSyndicate people might be more helpful. So.
Both of the Acer monitors I was looking at are 1440p monitors, but I'm not sure if there's any real difference between them.
So I'm looking at the Acer K272HULbmiidp and the Acer B276HUL Aymiidprz, both are 1440p IPS, but the B27 has some minor differences from what I can tell. I'm not sure Acer actually uses a different panel in either one. If Acer does use different panels between these two models which one is better?
First off, the B276HUL appears to be a bit more ergonomic as it allows angle, height and pivot adjustment. The K272HUL only has tilt adjustment.
Slight I/O difference too. The B276HUL has a USB 3.0 port, while the K272HUL does not.
Brightness difference too. B276HUL is rated at 350 Nit, while the K272HUL rates at 300 Nit (luminous intensity)
If these are in fact the only differences, then I'd go with the B276HUL mainly due to the additional adjustability. I can't live without height adjust.
I knew about the adjustments being better on the B27, I just couldn't tell if there was any benefit or disadvantage over one panel over the other. So in general the B27 should be technically better?
Yeah I'd probably go with the B276HUL. The panel type is the same on both displays (WQHD), but I'm not sure if they use the exact same panel. Perhaps someone else can find more information.
Well I'm not too picky about small discrepancies in terms of input lag, as long as it isn't going to interfere with the general use of the monitor in gaming and even in general.