Acer EI491CR SBMIIIPHX vs MSI G242C
Acer EI491CR SBMIIIPHX
49″ · 3840×1080 · 120 Hz · VAAcer EI491CR SBMIIIPHX and MSI G242C are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64.
- Resolution: Acer EI491CR SBMIIIPHX leads (3840×1080 vs 1920×1080).
- Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 120 Hz).
Acer EI491CR SBMIIIPHX
If you care most about resolution.
MSI G242C
If you care most about refresh rate.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Acer EI491CR SBMIIIPHX | MSI G242C | |
|---|---|---|
| 64 | Gear score | 64 |
| 49″ | Screen size | 23.6″ |
| 3840×1080 | Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| 120 Hz | Refresh rate | 170 Hz |
| VA | Panel | VA |
| 4 ms | Response time | — |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $179 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is Acer EI491CR SBMIIIPHX or MSI G242C better?
Acer EI491CR SBMIIIPHX and MSI G242C are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 64 and 64. Resolution: Acer EI491CR SBMIIIPHX leads (3840×1080 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 120 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: MSI G242C leads (170 Hz vs 120 Hz).