To clarify, no. We don't do that here
In all seriousness, it is probably easier for someone respected on YT (like GunsNGear, Garand, etc) to walk you through the differences. Guys like that have a lot of rounds through these and probably will have better points than you'll find here...and will be able to show you what they're talking about with visual aids. Garand's Vortex video actually compares it to the NF.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1R8TlaYsF0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoZ3leUm98A
I don't own either but have been behind both briefly. The Vortex is a bit longer and they both seemed to be the same weight. These are both so good that your preference will probably be dictated by your use case. At this price glass is fantastic on both, no fishbowl at 1x, etc. I find the ATACR to be quicker at 1X, thanks to the beefier reticle that draws your eye in. The Vortex is no slouch though, and reticle seems smaller at 1x in part to the huge FOV. If distance work is more a priority, the Vortex (MRAD) is superior IMO. I found the reticle to be thick/obstructive at 8x on the NightForce, and this is the most common gripe I've heard about it. Again though, this again depends on your use case/size of what you'll be targeting.
Just my thoughts, I'm currently looking at these, Trij Credo 1-8x, etc. Haven't made a decision yet but the Vortex always wins out in my mind so far.
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