Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx vs Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B)
Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx (#2, best value) vs Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) (#4): in our Gaming Monitors for Competitive FPS Under $300 scoring the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx totals 8.9/10 and the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) 8.3/10.
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TopsFive comparison scores
Side by side
| Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx | Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $179.99 | $225 |
| Screen Size | 27" | 25" |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1920x1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 240Hz |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Response Time | 0.5ms VRB / 1ms GtG | 1ms GtG |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible |
| Stand | Height / tilt / swivel / pivot | Height / tilt / swivel / pivot |
How they differ in real use
Built from our competitive fps monitors under 300 scoring, each product's published specifications, and verified owner feedback — not hands-on testing.
Both the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx and the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) made our Top 5 Gaming Monitors for Competitive FPS Under $300, at #2 (best value) and #4. The best all-round competitive buy. You keep a 240Hz ceiling for high-frame-rate shooters but move up to a sharp 27" 1440p IPS panel, and it regularly sells under $200 — an amount of performance and resolution per dollar the 1080p field cannot match. The 0.5ms VRB mode keeps fast motion clean. A focused 25" 1080p 240Hz IPS competitive monitor with a 1ms GtG response, dual G-Sync Compatible and FreeSync Premium support, and a fully adjustable stand that rivals at this price usually skip. The smaller screen suits players who want the whole picture in their field of view, but 1080p and no 1440p option hold it below the QHD picks.
We score gaming monitors for competitive fps under $300 on Motion Clarity (30%), Refresh Rate (25%), Input Lag (15%), Panel & Resolution (15%) and Value (15%). On that basis the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx totals 8.9 out of 10 and the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) 8.3. The widest gap is Panel & Resolution, where the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx scores 9.4 against 7.6 for the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) — panel quality, resolution, and color. Motion Clarity also separates them: 8.8 for the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx versus 8.2 for the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B).
On paper, the specifications that actually differ: Screen Size — 27" on the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx versus 25" on the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B); Resolution — 2560x1440 on the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx versus 1920x1080 on the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B); Response Time — 0.5ms VRB / 1ms GtG on the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx versus 1ms GtG on the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B); Adaptive Sync — FreeSync Premium on the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx versus FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible on the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B). They match on Refresh Rate, Panel and Stand.
Pricing as of August 19, 2026: $179.99 for the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx and $225 for the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B), a $45.01 difference in the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx's favor. Owners praise the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx for 1440p sharpness with a 240Hz ceiling and 0.5ms VRB motion-blur reduction mode; the most common complaint is IPS contrast is average with no local dimming. Owners praise the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) for 240Hz IPS with 1ms GtG response and fully adjustable stand (height / tilt / swivel / pivot); the most common complaint is 1080p only — no 1440p sharpness.
Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx
- 1440p sharpness with a 240Hz ceiling
- 0.5ms VRB motion-blur reduction mode
- 99% sRGB coverage for accurate color
- FreeSync Premium for tear-free play
- IPS contrast is average with no local dimming
- 240fps at 1440p asks for an upper-mid-range GPU
- DisplayHDR 400 is a spec checkbox rather than true HDR
Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B)
- 240Hz IPS with 1ms GtG response
- Fully adjustable stand (height / tilt / swivel / pivot)
- G-Sync Compatible and FreeSync Premium
- 25" keeps 1080p pixel density reasonable
- 1080p only — no 1440p sharpness
- HDR10 is entry-level with no local dimming
- No USB hub
Which should you buy?
The Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx is the better fit for competitive players who also want QHD desktop clarity and mid-to-high GPU owners — it is the higher-scoring pick here, chiefly for Panel & Resolution and Motion Clarity. The Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) is the better fit for competitive players who prefer a smaller 25" screen and anyone who wants an ergonomic stand at a budget price. Since the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx is both the higher scorer and $45.01 cheaper, the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) only makes sense for competitive players who prefer a smaller 25" screen. The Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx is a poor fit for entry GPUs that cannot drive 1440p high-refresh; the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) is a poor fit for buyers who want 1440p or 27"+.
Choose the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx if
- Competitive players who also want QHD desktop clarity
- Mid-to-high GPU owners
- Buyers who want the most performance per dollar
Skip it if
- Entry GPUs that cannot drive 1440p high-refresh
- OLED contrast seekers
Choose the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) if
- Competitive players who prefer a smaller 25" screen
- Anyone who wants an ergonomic stand at a budget price
- 1080p esports at high frame rates
Skip it if
- Buyers who want 1440p or 27"+
- HDR content viewers
Common questions
Is the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx better than the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B)?
In our Gaming Monitors for Competitive FPS Under $300 ranking the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx scores higher overall, 8.9 to 8.3, with the biggest advantage in Panel & Resolution. The Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) does not out-score it on any criterion we weigh.
How much more does the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) cost than the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx?
$45.01 more as of August 19, 2026: $225 for the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B) against $179.99 for the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx. Prices move, so the merchant page shows the current figure.
What is the main difference between the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx and the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B)?
The headline spec difference is Screen Size: 27" on the Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx versus 25" on the Samsung Odyssey G4 (G40B). In use, the gap that matters most is Panel & Resolution (9.4 vs 7.6 in our scoring): panel quality, resolution, and color.