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Acer Unveils Its First Fhd 1000 Hz Gaming Monitor – Predator Xb253Q U1

Debuts alongside new display lineup for gamers and creators, featuring QD-OLED Penta Tandem™ technology, 5K resolution, Mini LED backlighting, tri-mode DFR, and anti-tear capabilities

Acer today announced a full lineup of monitors for high-powered gaming and content creation across the Predator, Acer Nitro, and Acer ProDesigner portfolios. Spanning ultrafast refresh rates, high-resolution panels, and adaptive display technologies, the new monitors are designed to meet the needs of a wide range of gamers and creators.

Predator XB253Q U1: Top-tier Responsiveness for Esports

The Predator XB253Q U1 monitor is a premium gaming display designed for hardcore gamers and enthusiasts seeking the ultimate speed and responsiveness for fast-paced titles and esports competitions. The 24.5-inch size is optimal for esports environments and delivers ultrafast visual response, motion clarity, and consistent performance, enabling gamers to react more quickly and maintain precision during fast-paced gameplay. It features a 1000 Hz refresh rate with FHD resolution, along with Acer’s proprietary Visual Response Boost (VRB) Pro technology, which reduces motion blur and ghosting so that fast-moving objects on screen appear sharper and easier to track. The monitor is VESA DisplayHDR400 certified and includes Circular Polarizer technology to reduce glare and eye strain during longer gaming sessions. It also offers AMD FreeSync™ Premium and NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatible for tear-free gaming visuals.

Predator X32 V3: The Ultimate Display for Visual-Driven Gameplay

The Predator X32 V3 monitor is built for professional gamers who need high resolution and exceptional picture quality. The 31.5-inch display features a QD-OLED Penta Tandem™ panel that adopts a five-layer emission structure to enhance brightness and efficiency while extending screen lifespan and durability. The monitor offers UHD resolution with a 180 Hz refresh rate. With VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification, it offers higher brightness and deeper blacks along with greater color depth for rendering objects in more detail. Delta <1 color accuracy ensures maximal color quality and uniform appearance, while a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut ensures colors are faithfully represented with optimal precision. The monitor also offers AMD FreeSync™ Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible for tear-free gaming visuals.

Predator XB273K V7: Detail and Speed for Switching Between Gaming and Creative Work

The 27-inch Predator XB273K V7 monitor offers a happy medium of high resolution for detailed visuals and high refresh rates for fast gameplay. It is designed for versatility and multiple purposes, including high-speed gaming with refresh rates of up to 500 Hz, as well as exceptional picture quality, color accuracy, and ultra-smooth visuals for creative work. With a baseline of UHD resolution at 160 Hz refresh rates, the panel supports DFR technology, allowing users to switch on up to FHD resolution at 500 Hz refresh rates for fast-paced gameplay. The monitor offers AMD FreeSync™ Premium and NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible for a seamless, tear-free visual experience, and Delta <1 ensures exceptional color quality. For creative work, an Acer Smart Dial allows users to control the monitor remotely, enabling adjustment of brightness, contrast, and input without reaching behind the screen.

Acer Nitro XV275X P: Accessible 5K Resolution for Gaming, Creativity, and Productivity

Under Acer’s entry-focused Nitro gaming brand, the 27-inch Acer Nitro XV275X P monitor is designed for ultra-enthusiast gamers seeking top visual experiences that are more accessible. It renders visuals in stunning detail, combining 5K resolution, 2304-zone Mini LED backlighting, and VESA DisplayHDR 1400 certification for ultra-deep blacks and exceptional contrasts. With DFR technology, users can switch between immersive visuals and competitive gaming, with 5K resolution at 165 Hz refresh rates as the baseline, then up to QHD resolution at 330 Hz. AMD FreeSync™ Premium provides tear-free experiences, paired with a 0.5 ms GTG minimum response time, delivering ultra-smooth gameplay. With 99% Adobe RGB, 99% sRGB, and 99% DCI-P3 color gamuts as well as Delta E<2 color accuracy, vivid colors bring every scene to life. Across gaming, entertainment, and work, the display serves multiple purposes thanks to USB Type-C 90 W power delivery for simplified cable management, a KVM switch for seamless changing of connected devices, and picture-in-picture (PIP) and picture-by-picture (PBP) features for enhanced productivity.

Acer Nitro XZ340CKR P: Speed and Detail Without Compromise

The Acer Nitro XZ340CKR P monitor is for gamers who require both ultra-wide cinematic detail and esports-level speed without compromises. The curved 34-inch display offers a baseline of 5120 x 2160 resolution at 180 Hz that is ideal for exploring open-world gamescapes in detail or for content creation. For switching on high responsiveness for competitive gameplay, DFR technology enables up to WFHD resolution at 360 Hz and up to 0.5 ms GTG response time. The monitor delivers incredible smoothness, contrasts, and color, supporting AMD FreeSync™ Premium for tear-free experiences, HDR10 certification, and a DCI-P3 color gamut of 90%.

Acer Nitro XV275U Z2: Tri-mode for Gaming Performance

For competitive gamers and enthusiasts, the Acer Nitro XV275U Z2 monitor delivers the perfect balance between immersive visuals and competitive speeds. The 27-inch display is designed as a single display that caters to multiple needs of modern gamers: playing both AAA games and competitive esports, a balance between image quality and ultra-high refresh rates, and juggling gaming and content creation. For staying ahead of the competition, it is capable of refresh rates of up to 520 Hz and a 0.5 ms GTG response time. Tri-mode gaming with DFR technology allows gamers to play every game at its best, offering QHD resolution with a 275 Hz refresh rate, FHD resolution at 360 Hz, and HD resolution at 520 Hz. With 1152-zone Mini LED backlighting and Acer HDR1000, the monitor delivers incredible detail and high levels of contrast, while 97% DCI-P3 and 95% Adobe RGB color gamuts facilitate creative work as well as gaming. It also offers AMD FreeSync™ Premium for tear-free experiences.

Acer Nitro XV270U Z3: Tri-mode for Gaming and Creativity

The Acer Nitro XV270U Z3 monitor is for gamers, content creators, and hybrid users seeking the perfect balance between visual fidelity and gaming performance. The 27-inch display seamlessly adjusts between immersive AAA gaming, daily multitasking, and ultra-fast competitive gaming modes. Tri-mode DFR technology allows users to choose among three optimized visual experiences with one click, with response times of up to 0.5 ms (GTG): QHD resolution at a 275 Hz refresh rate for maximum image quality, FHD resolution at a 360 Hz refresh rate for balanced performance, and HD resolution at 520 Hz for competition-grade speed. The monitor also delivers incredible smoothness, contrasts, and color, supporting AMD FreeSync™ Premium for tear-free experiences, HDR10 certification, and a DCI-P3 color gamut of 90%.

Acer ProDesigner PE270X P Monitor for Professional Creative Work

The Acer ProDesigner PE270X P is a 27-inch display built for professional designers, photographers, video editors, and digital creators who require stunning detail and color performance. The monitor delivers exceptional 5K clarity at a 5120 x 2880 resolution, alongside color accuracy that creators can rely on, due to factory calibration achieving Delta E<1.

Brilliant HDR contrast is enabled by a 2304-zone MiniLED backlight and VESA DisplayHDR1400 certification, while professional color coverage of 99% Adobe RGB, 99% sRGB, and 99% DCI-P3 ensures accurate, wide-gamut results for creative work. A USB Type-C connection with 90 W power delivery and an Auto KVM switch support seamless creative workflows, and a special ErgoStand design allows for ergonomic optimization.

The ProDesigner PE270X P offers a 165 Hz refresh rate with Dynamic Frame Rate (DFR) technology, allowing for up to QHD at 330 Hz in high-performance mode, and supports AMD FreeSync™ Premium for anti-tearing performance.

Pricing and Availability

The Predator XB253Q U1 will be available in North America in Q1’2027, starting at USD 1,099.99; in EMEA in Q1’2027, starting at EUR 1,099; and in China in Q1’2027, starting at RMB 7,999.

The Predator X32 V3 will be available in North America in Q1’2027, starting at USD 899.99; in EMEA in Q1’2027, starting at EUR 899; in Australia in Q2’2027, starting at AUD 1,999; and in China in Q1’2027, starting at RMB 5,999.

The Predator XB273K V7 will be available in North America in Q4’2026, starting at USD 449.99; in EMEA in Q4’2026, starting at EUR 449; in Australia in Q2’2027, starting at AUD 899; and in China in Q4’2026, starting at RMB 2,999.

The Acer Nitro XV275X P will be available in North America in Q1’2027, starting at USD 1,199.99; in EMEA in Q1’2027, starting at EUR 1,199; and in China in Q1’2027, starting at RMB 9,999. 

The Acer Nitro XZ340CKR P will be available in North America in Q4’2026, starting at USD 699.99; in EMEA in Q4’2026, starting at EUR 699; and in China in Q4’2026, starting at RMB 4,999.

The Acer Nitro XV275U Z2 will be available in North America in Q4’2026, starting at USD 329.99; and in EMEA in Q4’2026, starting at EUR 329.

The Acer Nitro XV270U Z3 will be available in North America in Q1’2027, starting at USD 299.99; in EMEA in Q1’2027, starting at EUR 299; and in China in Q1’2027, starting at RMB 1,999.

The Acer ProDesigner PE270X P will be available in North America in Q1’2027, starting at USD 1,299.99; and in EMEA in Q1’2027, starting at EUR 1,299.   

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.

Specifications

NamePredator XB253Q U1
Display Size24.5”
Panel TypeIPS
Max. Resolution and Refresh Rate1920 x 1080 @ 1,000 Hz
Tear TechnologyAMD FreeSync™ Premium, NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatible
Surface Type Matte
Response Time0.3 ms (VRB Pro)
Contrast Ratio100,000,000:1 (ACM)
BrightnessNative 400 nits, HDR400 mode: peak 450 nits
Viewing Angle178° (H), 178° (V)
Color Gamut90% DCI-P3, 99% sRGB
Colors1.07 B
Bits8 bits + FRC
Input Signal2 HDMI (2.1) + 1 DP (2.1)
VESA Wall Mounting100 x 100 mm
SpeakersN/A
Power Supply (100 – 240 V)​Internal (C13/C14)
Tilt/Swivel/Height Adjustment/Pivot-5°~ 25° / +/- 20° / 150 mm / +/-90°
NamePredator X32 V3
Display Size31.5”
Panel TypeQD-OLED Penta Tandem™
Max. Resolution and Refresh Rate3840 x 2160 @ 180 Hz
Tear TechnologyAMD FreeSync™ Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatible
Surface Type Semi- Glossy
Response Time0.03 ms (GTG)
Contrast Ratio1,500,000:1
BrightnessTyp. 250 nits, Peak 450 nits @ HDR 10%
Viewing Angle178° (H), 178° (V)
Color Gamut99% DCI-P3
Colors1.07 B
Bits10 bit
Input Signal1 HDMI (2.1) + 1 DisplayPort (1.4) + 1 USB-C (20 W) + SPK + audio out
VESA Wall Mounting100 x 100 mm
Speakers2 W x 2
Power Supply (100 – 240 V)​Internal (C13/C14)
Tilt/Swivel/Height Adjustment/Pivot-5°~ 25° / +/- 20° / 150mm / N/A
NamePredator XB273K V7
Display Size27″
Panel TypeIPS
Max. Resolution and Refresh RateHDMI: 3840 x 2160 @ 160 HzDP: 3840 x 2160 @ 160 HzUSB Type-C: 3840 x 2160 @ 160 HzDFR: 1920 x 1080 @ 500 Hz
Tear TechnologyAMD FreeSync™ Premium, NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatible
Surface Type Matte
Response Time1 ms / 0.5 ms (GTG, Min.)
Contrast Ratio100,000,000:1 (ACM)
BrightnessNative 350 nits; HDR400 mode: peak 400 nits
Viewing Angle178° (H), 178° (V)
Color Gamut95% DCI-P3
Colors1.07 B
Bits8 bit + FRC (10 bit with dithering)
Input Signal1 HDMI (2.1) + 1 DisplayPort (1.4) + 1 USB Type-C (20 W) + SPK + audio out
VESA Wall Mounting100 x 100 mm
Speakers2 W x 2
Power Supply (100 – 240 V)​Internal (C13/C14)
Tilt/Swivel/Height Adjustment/Pivot-5°~25° / ±20° / 150 mm / ±90°
NameAcer Nitro XV275X P
Display Size27″
Panel TypeIPS
Max. Resolution and Refresh RateHDMI: 5120 x 2880 @ 165 HzDP: 5120 x 2880 @ 165 HzUSB Type-C: 5120 x 2880 @ 165 HzDFR: 2560 x 1440 @ 330 Hz
Tear TechnologyAMD FreeSync™ Premium
Surface Type Matte
Response Time1 ms / 0.5 ms (GTG, Min.)
Contrast Ratio100,000,000:1 max (ACM)
BrightnessNative: 450 nits; HDR1400 mode: peak 1400 nits
Viewing Angle178° (H), 178° (V)
Color Gamut99% Adobe RGB, 99% DCI-P3, 99% sRGB
Colors1.07 B
Bits8 bit + FRC (10 bit with dithering)
Input Signal2 HDMI (2.1) + 1 DisplayPort (1.4) + 1 USB Type-C (90 W) + SPK + audio out + 2 USB 3.0 + USB-B (2 up, 2 down)
VESA Wall Mounting100 x 100 mm
Speakers2 W x 2
Power Supply (100 – 240 V)​External (C5/C6)
Tilt/Swivel/Height Adjustment/Pivot-5°~20° / ±20° / 120 mm / N/A
NameAcer Nitro XZ340CKR P
Display Size34″
Panel TypeVA
Max. Resolution and Refresh RateNormal: 5120 x 2160 @180 Hz
DFR: 2560 x 1080 @ 360 Hz
Tear TechnologyAMD FreeSync™ Premium
Surface Type Matte
Response Time1 ms / 0.5 ms (GTG, Min.)
Contrast Ratio100,000,000:1 (ACM)
Brightness250 nits
Viewing Angle178° (H), 178° (V)
Color Gamut90% DCI-P3
Colors1.07 B
Bits8 bit + FRC
Input Signal2 HDMI (2.1) + DP (1.4) + SPK + audio out
VESA Wall Mounting100 x 100 mm
Speakers2 W x 2
Power Supply (100 – 240 V)​Internal (C13/C14)
Tilt/Swivel/Height Adjustment/Pivot-5°~ 20° / +/- 15° / 120 mm / N/A
NameAcer Nitro XV275U Z2
Display Size27”
Panel TypeIPS
Max. Resolution and Refresh RateNormal Mode:
DP: 2560 x 1440 @ 275 Hz
HDMI: 2560 x 1440 @ 275 HzFHD Mode:
DP: 1920 x 1080 @ 360 Hz
HDMI: 1920 x 1080 @ 360 Hz
HD Mode:
DP: 1280 x 720 @ 520 Hz
HDMI: 1280 x 720 @ 520 Hz
Tear TechnologyAMD FreeSync™ Premium
Surface Type Matte
Response Time1 ms / 0.5 ms (GTG, Min.)
Contrast Ratio100,000,000:1 (ACM)
BrightnessNative: 500 nits; HDR1000
Viewing Angle178° (H), 178° (V)
Color Gamut97% DCI-P3, 95% Adobe RGB 
Colors1.07 B
Bits8 bit + FRC
Input Signal2 HDMI  (2.1) + 2 DisplayPort (1.4) + SPK + audio out
VESA Wall Mounting100 x 100 mm
Speakers2 W x 2
Power Supply (100 – 240 V)​External (non-removable plug)
Tilt/Swivel/Height Adjustment/Pivot-5° ~ 25° /±20° / 150 mm / ±90°
NameAcer Nitro XV270U Z3
Display Size27″
Panel TypeIPS
Max. Resolution and Refresh RateNormal: DP: 2,560 x 1,440 @ 275 HzHDMI: 2,560 x 1,440 @ 144 Hz
FHD Mode:DP: 1,920 x 1,080 @ 360 HzHDMI: 1,920 x 1,080 @ 240 Hz
HD Mode:DP: 1,280 x 720 @ 520 HzHDMI: 1,280 x 720 @ 360 Hz
Tear TechnologyAMD FreeSync™ Premium
Surface Type Matte
Response Time1 ms / 0.5 ms (GTG, Min.)
Contrast Ratio100,000,000:1 (ACM)
Brightness250 nits
Viewing Angle178° (H), 178° (V)
Color Gamut90% DCI-P3
Colors1.07 B
Bits8 bit + FRC
Input Signal2 HDMI (2.1) + DP (1.4) + SPK + audio out
VESA Wall Mounting100 x 100 mm
Speakers2 W x 2
Power Supply (100 – 240 V)​Internal (C13/C14)
Tilt/Swivel/Height Adjustment/Pivot-5°~ 25° / +/- 20° / 150mm / +/-90°
NameAcer ProDesigner PE270X P
Display Size27”
Panel TypeIPS
Max. Resolution and Refresh RateDisplayPort: 5120 x 2880 @ 165 Hz
HDMI: 5120 x 2880 @ 165 Hz
Type-C: 5120 x 2880 @ 165 Hz
DFR: 2560 x 1440 @ 330 Hz
Tear TechnologyAMD FreeSync™ Premium
Surface Type Matte
Response Time1 ms / 0.5 ms (GTG, Min.)
Contrast Ratio100,000,000:1 Max (ACM)
BrightnessNative: 450 nits; HDR1400 mode: peak 1,400 nits
Viewing Angle178° (H), 178° (V)
Color Gamut99% Adobe RGB / 99% DCI-P3 / 99% sRGB 
Colors1.07 B
Bits8 bit + FRC (10 bit with dithering)
Input Signal2 HDMI (2.1) + 1 DisplayPort (1.4) + 1 Type-C (90 W) + SPK + Audio out + USB 3.0 x 2 + USB-B (2 up 2 down)
VESA Wall Mounting100 x 100 mm
Speakers2 W x 2
Power Supply (100 – 240 V)​External (C5/C6)
Tilt/Swivel/Height Adjustment/Pivot-5° to 20° / ±20° / 120 mm / N/A

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