Acer Predator XB271HK 27"

Overview

The Acer Predator XB271HK is certainly sweet, but to fully take advantage of it you'll need a GPU capable of running games at 4k. I tested the monitor for a few weeks with gaming, general daily driving, and also professional photo work and found it to be spectacular in every measurable way. The 4k resolution granted me quite a bit of desktop real estate despite the smallish 27" panel size, and for gaming it's absolutely incredible, especially with G-Sync to keep things running smoothly.

-- As reviewed by IGN

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 10 expert reviews

Excellent:

6
Good:

4
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8.8

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Based on 708 reviews
as rated by users

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Last revision on March 6, 2024

Reviewers Liked

Superb gaming, color, and gray-scale performance
Out-of-box accuracy
G-Sync
Great built quality
Excellent image detail

Reviewers Didn't Like

Expensive
Only two video inputs

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Expert reviews and ratings

By IGN on May 09, 2017

Acer's Gsync 4K IPS monitor is pricey, but is it worth it for a true high end gamer? Want one? Amazon: prourls.co/wmCE - Check out our awesome website! techteamgb.co.uk - Want to get anything nice? Be sure use to use these! Amazon.co.uk :...

By techteamgb.co.uk on November 25, 2016

The XB271HK requires a $200 premium over the XB280HK but in the bargain you get a fantastic AHVA panel with superior image quality and viewing angles. We think it’s worth the extra money and should be on every well-funded gamer’s short list

By TomsHardware on June 25, 2016

The Acer Predator XB271HK is superb. Acer's second crack at a 4K G-Sync display hits the target, bang on the mark.Most importantly, the picture quality is spot on. In use it's razor sharp, the viewing angles are excellent, as it's an IPS panel, the...

By Kitguru.net on June 16, 2016

Despite its minor flaws, the Acer Predator XB321HK is one excellent and well-designed 4K gamer's monitor that almost anyone will be pleased with. We particularly like its massive display space and the inclusion of G-Sync. However, this 4K PC monitor is...

By 4k.com on May 30, 2016

Ask any gamer what they want out of a gaming monitor and it's usually down to a couple of variables. The color has to be excellent, naturally. And you're also looking for other elements, such as top-level definition. We're happy to...

By monitornerds.com on April 12, 2016

100

The XB271HK has excellent image quality, and G-Sync helps makes smooth 4K gaming a...

By Expert Reviews on March 19, 2016

It may be pricey, but the Acer Predator XB271HK is a 27-inch Ultra-High-Definition (UHD) gaming monitor that comes up big in terms of performance, features, and...

By PC Mag on January 27, 2016

It may be pricey, but the Acer Predator XB271HK is a 27-inch Ultra-High-Definition (UHD) gaming monitor that comes up big in terms of performance, features, and...

By PCMag IN on January 27, 2016

Predator branding and a sharp-angled, red and black stand make this unashamedly a gaming monitor. Still, we like the design; the stand is rock-solid and the screen is easy to adjust for height, tilt and rotation from left to right and from landscape to...

By TopNewReview on April 02, 2018

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Acer Predator XB271HK 27"

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Price: $388

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