Vortex Optics
Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85
$2399.99
Released 2016
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Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 vs Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm is cheaper at $999.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
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Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm
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Which is better: the Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 or Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm?
The Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm is the cheaper at $999.99. Get the Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 for the stronger spec sheet, the Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm to spend less.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 | Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $2399.99 | $999.99 |
| Brand | Vortex Optics | Leupold |
| Released | 2016 | — |
| Objective lens (mm) | 85 | 85 |
| Magnification range | 27-60x | 20-60x |
| Glass type | HD | HD |
| Viewing angle | both | angled |
| Field of view ft1000yd | 117 | 91.7 |
| Close focus (ft) | 16.4 | 22 |
| Eye relief (mm) | 17 | 19 |
| Waterproof | Yes | Yes |
| Nitrogen purged | Yes | Yes |
| Length (in) | 15.5 | 17.7 |
| Weight (oz) | 65.6 | 78.2 |
Sources — Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85: vortexoptics.com (verified 2026-07-11). Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm: leupold.com (verified 2026-07-11).
What's the difference between the Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 and Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (7 of 11). Matching specs are omitted.
- Magnification range: Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 27-60x vs Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm 20-60x
- Viewing angle: Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 both vs Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm angled
- Field of view ft1000yd: Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 117 vs Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm 91.7
- Close focus (ft): Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 16.4 vs Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm 22
- Eye relief (mm): Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 17 vs Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm 19
- Length (in): Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 15.5 vs Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm 17.7
- Weight (oz): Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 65.6 vs Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD 20-60x85mm 78.2