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Acer’s 2026 Predator and Nitro Monitors Bring 3D, 5K and a 1,000Hz Hd Mode

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What Readers Should Know

Acer’s five-model 2026 Predator and Nitro monitor lineup includes AI-assisted 3D viewing, a 360Hz QD-OLED display and two 5K monitors. The Nitro XV273U F5 reaches up to 540Hz at QHD or 1,000Hz at 720p through DFR.

Key Takeaways

  • Acer’s lineup includes two Predator monitors and three Nitro models.
  • The Predator XB273K 3D supports eye tracking and AI-assisted 2D-to-3D conversion.
  • The Predator X34 F1 combines a curved QD-OLED panel with a 360Hz refresh rate.
  • The Nitro XV345CKR P and XV320QX offer 5K resolution with faster modes at reduced resolutions.
  • The Nitro XV273U F5 reaches up to 1,000Hz specifically at 1280 × 720 resolution.

Acer’s 2026 Predator and Nitro gaming monitor lineup brings together AI-assisted 3D viewing, QD-OLED panels, Mini LED backlighting and 5K resolution. The five models, announced globally on May 29, include a Nitro display capable of reaching up to 1,000Hz at HD resolution.

All five support AMD FreeSync Premium or Premium Pro, depending on the model. Acer also lists NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible support for four models, with the Nitro XV320QX carrying FreeSync Premium.

Three Nitro monitors feature Dynamic Frequency and Resolution technology, or DFR, which lets users switch to a lower resolution for a higher refresh rate.

Acer’s 2026 gaming monitors at a glance

  • Predator XB273K 3D: Display: 27-inch IPS. Resolution and refresh-rate options: 3840 × 2160 at 180Hz.
  • Predator X34 F1: Display: 34-inch curved QD-OLED. Resolution and refresh-rate options: 3440 × 1440 at 360Hz.
  • Nitro XV345CKR P: Display: 34-inch curved VA with Mini LED. Resolution and refresh-rate options: 5120 × 2160 at 180Hz; 2560 × 1080 at 360Hz through DFR.
  • Nitro XV320QX: Display: 31.5-inch IPS. Resolution and refresh-rate options: 5120 × 2880 at 165Hz; 2560 × 1440 at 330Hz through DFR.
  • Nitro XV273U F5: Display: 27-inch IPS. Resolution and refresh-rate options: 2560 × 1440 at up to 540Hz; 1280 × 720 at up to 1,000Hz through DFR.

These are Acer’s published resolution and refresh-rate specifications.

Predator brings 3D viewing and QD-OLED options

The Predator XB273K 3D combines eye-tracking technology with a local AI model that uses a connected computer’s graphics processing capabilities to convert standard 2D content into 3D visuals.

Its SpatialLabs 3D Hub app manages viewing modes, device synchronization and native 3D gaming in supported titles.

The Predator X34 F1 takes a different approach, pairing a 21:9 ultrawide screen with an 1800R curve and a QD-OLED Penta Tandem panel. Acer says the panel’s five-layer blue emission structure is designed to improve brightness, efficiency and longevity.

The X34 F1 also lists a 0.03ms gray-to-gray response time, 99% DCI-P3 color coverage, Delta E below 2 and VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification.

Nitro combines 5K detail with faster display modes

The Nitro XV345CKR P uses 1,344 Mini LED backlighting zones. Alongside its two resolution modes, it offers 95% DCI-P3 coverage, Delta E below 2 and VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification.

For a conventional widescreen format, the Nitro XV320QX provides a 5K IPS display with a claimed minimum 0.5ms gray-to-gray response time. It includes 95% DCI-P3 coverage, Acer HDR400, an infrared remote and Acer Smart Dial controls for adjusting display settings.

The Nitro XV273U F5 delivers the lineup’s highest advertised refresh rate. Its 1,000Hz setting requires switching to 1280 × 720 resolution, while QHD operation reaches up to 540Hz. The monitor also offers 95% DCI-P3 coverage, Delta E below 2 and VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification.

Philippine pricing and availability

Acer’s global announcement does not specify Philippine prices or local release dates. The company notes that specifications, pricing and availability vary by region.

Reader Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Acer monitor supports 3D viewing?

The Predator XB273K 3D features eye tracking, AI-assisted 2D-to-3D conversion and native 3D support for compatible games.

Which model uses a QD-OLED panel?

The 34-inch Predator X34 F1 uses a QD-OLED Penta Tandem panel with a 360Hz refresh rate.

What does DFR do?

Dynamic Frequency and Resolution technology lets supported monitors switch between higher-resolution and higher-refresh-rate modes.

Does the Nitro XV273U F5 run at 1,000Hz in QHD?

Its maximum QHD refresh rate is up to 540Hz. Reaching 1,000Hz requires its 1280 × 720 HD mode.

What are the Philippine prices?

Acer’s global announcement does not provide Philippine pricing or local release dates.

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