The Acer Predator XB270HU is the most technically impressive monitor we've ever seen. A 144Hz refresh rate IPS-like panel was a dream even a couple of years ago, and now it's here as a very expensive reality. Our only real hangup with this monitor is its lack of inputs. A single DisplayPort in this day and age is a serious compromise, and while we understand the technical limitation imposed by Nvidia, we certainly don't agree with it. If you can look past this, though, this is a cracking gaming monitor.
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This monitor was announced way back in 2015 CES. At the time, it was an exclusive gaming monitor in 2016 that had incredible unheard of specs. The Acer XB270HU is still one of the best gaming monitors out there. Let's start with this...
On paper, the Acer XB270HU is gold. It's an IPS display running at 1440p resolution and 144Hz refresh rate, and even comes with G-Sync support. If you're looking for a gaming monitor and 4K seems like overkill, then the XB270HU has the spec sheet you...
There is a lot to like about the Acer Predator XB270HU. It works particularly well in 144Hz G-Sync mode, and is excellent for gaming with. The picture quality is superb as well. The high 377.9 cd/m2 brightness level of really stands out, while the...
The DT Accessory PackUp your game and the get the most out of your gear with the following extras, hand-picked by our editors:VideoSecu articulating arm monitor wall mount ($14)Take advantage of the VESA-compatible display by sticking it to any wall you...
Are we in love with the XB270HU? Absolutely! By combining so many fantastic features into one model, it truly achieves something very close to perfection. It's a great all-around monitor, and it's a great gaming monitor. To recap what it does for the...
The Acer Predator XB270HU is the most technically impressive monitor we've ever seen. A 144Hz refresh rate IPS-like panel was a dream even a couple of years ago, and now it's here as a very expensive reality. Our only real hangup with this monitor is its lack of inputs. A single DisplayPort in this day and age is a serious compromise, and while we understand the technical limitation imposed by Nvidia, we certainly don't agree with it. If you can look past this, though, this is a cracking gaming monitor.
For gaming purposes, the Acer Predator XB270HU is everything you could wish for in a gaming monitor. The high refresh rate provides a smooth picture for moving objects and the G-Sync module eliminates any stuttering or screen tearing, thereby...
Earlier this year Acer released the best gaming monitor on the planet, the first 144Hz model to use a beautiful IPS screen. The 27-inch, 2560x1440 G-Sync monitor replaced the Asus RoG Swift as our favorite thanks to its superior IPS screen. Well, Asus...
The conclusions in our G-SYNC monitor reviews have typically followed a preset path: the offerings offered superlative gaming experiences but fell woefully short in color reproduction, contrast and viewing angles. While those TN panel-based foibles can...
There's no doubt that an IPS monitor is preferable to a TN one when it comes to ultimate image quality and off-axis viewing. Acer has produced a screen to lust for in the XB270HU. With G-Sync, a stable 144Hz refresh rate, QHD resolution and a superb...
Most of the hardware you are using to build your new gaming desktop PC is somehow “pre-chosen” or you are at least well aware of what you want in your setup. When it comes to CPUs, the only options are AMD or Intel and the same goes for the GPUs –...
A truly stunning display in every regard from picture quality to detail but most of all the array of enhancements for an IPS panel. G-SYNC, 144hz, and ULMB are all fantastic in their own right and own use cases. This is the complete package all in a...
A fast refresh rate and excellent colour reproduction is normally a combination that is hard to come by. Most gamers know the trade off; for a minimum in "ghosting" you will have to sacrifice accurate colour reproduction. With the arrival of 144 Hz...