Gaming monitor technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, with manufacturers pushing refresh rates to new heights. Acer has now joined the exclusive 500Hz monitor club with its latest high-performance gaming display announcement, positioning itself alongside competitors like Dell Alienware and Samsung in the ultra-high refresh rate market.
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The Flagship Speedster: Predator X27U F5
Acer's new Predator X27U F5 stands as the company's first entry into the 500Hz refresh rate territory. This 27-inch QD-OLED display delivers a 2,560 x 1,440 (1440p) resolution combined with the blistering 500Hz refresh rate that promises the smoothest possible gaming experience. The monitor features an impressive 0.03ms gray-to-gray (GtG) response time, virtually eliminating motion blur in fast-paced competitive games.
Technical Specifications and Performance
The Predator X27U F5 comes calibrated with True 10Bit color and supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology, which synchronizes the monitor's refresh rate with the GPU to eliminate screen tearing and stuttering. Color performance is equally impressive, with the display covering 99% of the DCI-P3 color gamut and earning VESA DisplayHDR TrueBlack 500 certification, ensuring deep blacks and vibrant colors characteristic of OLED technology.
4K Alternative: The Predator X27 X
For gamers who prioritize resolution over maximum refresh rate, Acer has also unveiled the Predator X27 X. This model features a 4K QD-OLED panel with a still-impressive 240Hz refresh rate. It shares many features with its faster sibling, including True 10Bit color, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support, and 99% coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut, though with a slightly lower DisplayHDR TrueBlack 400 certification. The response time remains exceptional at 0.03ms GtG.
Future-Proofing and Practical Benefits
While current graphics hardware struggles to push frame rates anywhere near 500fps in modern, demanding titles, the ultra-high refresh rate still offers benefits. Games like Counter-Strike 2 and Valorant can potentially reach these frame rates on high-end systems, and the technology future-proofs the monitor as GPU capabilities continue to advance. Even at lower frame rates, users will experience smoother visuals and potentially gain competitive advantages in fast-paced games where split-second reactions matter.
Expanded Monitor Lineup
Beyond these premium gaming displays, Acer has refreshed its broader monitor portfolio. The Nitro series now includes the GA321QK P (31.5-inch 4K at 165Hz) and GA341CUR W0 (34-inch ultrawide at 240Hz), both featuring Google TV support for enhanced entertainment functionality. For content creators, Acer introduced the ProCreator series with models offering resolutions up to 6K and exceptional color accuracy.
Pricing and Availability
The Predator X27U F5 will be available in Q3 2024, priced at EUR 899 (approximately USD 1,000) in European markets. The higher-resolution Predator X27 X will launch in the same timeframe at EUR 1,099 (around USD 1,230). Both models will initially be available in EMEA regions and China, with full U.S. release dates and pricing yet to be confirmed by Acer.