Acer - Predator X32 X3 vs Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC)
Between the Predator X32 X3 and ViewFinity S9 (S90PC), the Predator X32 X3 comes out ahead in refresh rate and response time (gtg), while the ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) wins on several specs. Overall, the Predator X32 X3 scores 73.2 and the ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) scores 59.3 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Predator X32 X3 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 13.9 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the Predator X32 X3 if the display is what you stare at all day — refresh rate, brightness, or sharpness is where the difference will be most visible. The biggest gaps in its favor are refresh rate, response time (gtg), peak brightness, among others.
The ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable dci-p3 coverage, usb-c power delivery, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Predator X32 X3 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Acer - Predator X32 X3 wins
- ▲Refresh rate — 300.00% more. 240 Hz vs 60 Hz.
- ▲Response time (GtG) — 99.40% less. 0.03 ms vs 5 ms.
- ▲Peak brightness — 66.67% more. 1000 nits vs 600 nits.
- ▲Screen size — 18.52% more. 32 " vs 27 ".
- ▲Has G-Sync.
- ▲Has FreeSync.
- ▲Panel type: OLED (vs IPS).
Why Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | Acer - Predator X32 X3 | Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen sizeⓘ | 32 "lead | 27 " |
| Panel typeⓘ | OLEDlead | IPS |
| Resolutionⓘ | 4K | 5Klead |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | false |
Performance
| Spec | Acer - Predator X32 X3 | Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 240 Hzlead | 60 Hz |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 0.03 mslead | 5 ms |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 1000 nitslead | 600 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 99 % | 99 % |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | truelead | false |
| FreeSyncⓘ | truelead | false |
Connectivity
| Spec | Acer - Predator X32 X3 | Samsung - ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 2lead | 1 |
| DisplayPort ports | 1lead | 0 |
| USB-C input | true | true |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 90 W | 90 W |
| KVM | truelead | false |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, Predator X32 X3 or ViewFinity S9 (S90PC)?+
Predator X32 X3 refreshes at 240Hz vs 60Hz.
Which has faster response time, Predator X32 X3 or ViewFinity S9 (S90PC)?+
Predator X32 X3 responds in 0.03ms vs 5ms.
Does Predator X32 X3 or ViewFinity S9 (S90PC) have USB-C with power delivery?+
Both offer USB-C PD — 90W on Predator X32 X3, 90W on ViewFinity S9 (S90PC).
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