Acer Predator 27" Gaming Monitor
Bottom line: The Acer Predator 27" Gaming Monitor is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the gaming monitors category. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
OLED In Full Force: Fasten your seatbelt: Infused with the latest eye care technologies and a blisteringly fast 240Hz refresh and up to 0.03ms response time. The Predator X27U delivers you a WQHD (2560 x 1440) QD-OLED. Add AMD FreeSync Premium Pro to the mix and your gaming experience will be unbeatable! This 27-inch (2560 x 1440) monitor combines jaw dropping specs including an QD-OLED panel that supports blazing-fast 280Hz refresh rate. This AMD FreeSync Premium Pro monitor takes gameplay to the next level of smoothness, the game’s frame rate is determined by your graphics card, not the…
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Common buyer scenarios for gaming monitors of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- OLED Makes All the Difference: Ever seen an QD-OLED in action? They go above and beyond colors so vivid that you might just question reality. The addition of Image Retention Refresh also works to prevent burn-in. Enjoy longer.
- Brilliant Colors: With the DCI-P3 99% color gamut, Delta E<2, and HDR10, colors are practically bursting out of the screen. Enjoy the best imagery your games have to offer!
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro Technology: Get in the game with the AMD FreeSync Premium Pro display. Each display is validated by AMD to bring you a smooth, variable refresh rate (VRR) gaming experience that eliminates tearing, stuttering, artifacts, and flicker.
- Fast and Furious: If you want seamless gameplay at ridiculous levels of speed, you’ve come to the right place. With an 280Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms (G to G) response time, your sessions will be fluid, unbroken and unmatched – with little to no ghosting
- Port Haven: Do you stream? Do you have multiple consoles in addition to your PC and want them all plugged in at once? Well, now you can! No more fiddling with cables as the X27U includes two HDMI 2.1 ports and one display port 1.4.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Acer |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Shape | Flat |
| Brightness | 250nits |
| Model Name | Predator |
| Resolution | QHD Wide 1440p |
| Screen Size | 27 inches |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Display Type | OLED |
| Model Number | X27U Z1bmiiprx |
| Refresh Rate | 280 hertz |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Response Time | 0.03 milliseconds |
| Screen Finish | Matte |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000000:1 |
| Native Resolution | 2560x1440 |
| Display Technology | OLED |
| Additional Features | Built-In Speakers, Height Adjustment, Pivot Adjustment, Swivel Adjustment, Tilt Adjustment |
| Included Components | Display, HDMI Cable, Power Cord, Stand |
| Full listing title | Acer Predator 27" Gaming Monitor | WQHD 2560 x 1440 OLED | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro | 280Hz | 0.03ms (G to G) | VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 | Display Port 1.4 & 2 x HDMI 2.1 | X27U Z1bmiiprx |
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Acer Predator 27" Gaming Monitor | WQHD 2560 x 1440 OLED | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro | 280Hz | 0.03ms (G to G) | VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 | Display Port 1.4 & 2 x HDMI 2.1 | X27U Z1bmiiprx is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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