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Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor vs MSI PRO MP251 E14L

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all judged against monitors at a similar price

The MSI PRO MP251 E14L scores 4.9/10 overall, ahead of the Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor at 4.8/10.

The Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor leads on ergonomics.

The MSI PRO MP251 E14L leads on refresh rate and motion and build and warranty.

They score the same on panel quality, sharpness for text and connectivity and docking.

Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor

4.8/10verdict: skip

The Acer EK271 G is a 27-inch Full HD IPS monitor with a 120Hz refresh rate. It suits someone who wants a large, smooth screen for general desktop use and has a single HDMI source. It is a poorer fit for anyone who wants sharp text, DisplayPort or an adjustable stand.

Typically about £79.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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MSI PRO MP251 E14L

MSI PRO MP251 E14L

4.9/10verdict: skip

The MSI PRO MP251 E14L is a 24.5 inch 1080p IPS monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate. It suits buyers who want a fast second or main screen and will connect it over HDMI. It is less suited to anyone who needs a sharper picture, USB-C, DisplayPort or a flexible stand.

Typically about £68.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightAcer EK271 G 27 inch LCD MonitorMSI PRO MP251 E14L
Panel quality25%7/107/10
Sharpness for text20%3/103/10
Connectivity and docking20%3/103/10
Ergonomics15%4/103/10
Refresh rate and motion10%7/109/10
Build and warranty10%5/106/10
Overall4.8/104.9/10

Specifications

SpecAcer EK271 G 27 inch LCD MonitorMSI PRO MP251 E14L
Screen size27-inch viewable, 68.6 cm, 16:924.5 inch
Resolution1920 × 1080 (Full HD) maximum1920 x 1080 (FHD), 16:9
Panel typeIPS, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles, anti-glare, 1 ms response (VRB)IPS, flat, anti-glare, 8-bit (6-bit + FRC), 178° / 178° viewing angles
Refresh rate120 Hz144Hz; Adaptive-Sync / FreeSync 48-144Hz; 1ms MPRT / 4ms GtG
Inputs and USB-C1 x HDMI (HDMI 1.4), 1 x VGA1 x HDMI 1.4b (FHD@144Hz), 1 x D-Sub (VGA)
Stand adjustmentTilt -5° to 20° (Acer figure); VESA 100 × 100 mm; no height, swivel or pivot adjustment listedTilt -5° to 20°; no height, swivel or pivot adjustment; VESA 100 x 100 mm
HDRnot listedNot supported (HDR SUPPORT: N/A); 300 cd/m² SDR brightness

Strengths and weaknesses

Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor

  • + IPS panel with 99% sRGB and 1,500:1 contrast
  • + 120Hz refresh with Adaptive Sync support
  • − Low pixel density: about 82 PPI at 27 inches
  • − No DisplayPort, USB-C or USB hub
  • − Tilt-only stand with no height adjustment

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who reads lots of small text and wants a sharper screen
  • Laptop users who need USB-C, a hub, KVM or docking
  • Buyers who need a height-adjustable or pivoting stand
Read the full Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor review ›

MSI PRO MP251 E14L

  • + 144Hz refresh with FreeSync range of 48-144Hz
  • + IPS panel with 99% sRGB coverage
  • + Three-year warranty
  • − Only HDMI 1.4b and VGA inputs
  • − Tilt-only stand with no height adjustment
  • − About 90 PPI is soft for text

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who wants USB-C or DisplayPort connections, or one-cable laptop docking
  • Developers and writers who want sharp text from a higher pixel density
  • Buyers who need height, swivel or pivot adjustment without adding a VESA arm
Read the full MSI PRO MP251 E14L review ›

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