Acer has expanded its monitor lineup at IFA 2026 with eight new displays covering competitive gaming, high resolution gaming and professional creative work. The range includes three Predator models, four Nitro monitors and one ProDesigner display, with prices starting at €299.
The new lineup stretches from a 24.5 inch Full HD monitor capable of reaching 1000Hz to 27 inch 5K Mini LED models running at 165Hz. Several models also support Dynamic Frequency and Resolution, or DFR, allowing you to trade resolution for a higher refresh rate depending on the game or workload.
Acer plans to begin shipping selected models in Europe, the Middle East and Africa during the fourth quarter of 2026, while the rest are scheduled for the first quarter of 2027.
Predator lineup targets high refresh gaming
The Predator XB253Q U1 is the fastest monitor in the group. It uses a 24.5 inch IPS panel with a 1920×1080 resolution and refresh rate of up to 1000Hz. Acer also lists a response time as low as 0.3 ms when using VRB Pro.
For buyers who want higher resolution, the Predator X32 V3 uses a 31.5 inch 3840×2160 QD OLED Penta Tandem panel with a 180Hz refresh rate. It carries DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification.
The Predator XB273K V7 provides two operating modes. You can run the 27 inch IPS panel at 3840×2160 and 160Hz, or switch to 1920×1080 and increase the refresh rate to 500Hz.
Five gaming monitors support multiple performance modes
Acer is using DFR across several Nitro models. The Nitro XV275X P offers a 5120×2880 resolution at 165Hz, while its alternative mode lowers resolution to 2560×1440 and raises refresh rate to 330Hz.
The 34 inch curved Nitro XZ340CKR P follows the same idea. Its native mode runs at 5120×2160 and 180Hz, while the faster option operates at 2560×1080 and 360Hz.
Two other Nitro displays offer three resolution and refresh rate combinations. Both the XV275U Z2 and XV270U Z3 can operate at 2560×1440 and 275Hz, 1920×1080 and 360Hz, or 1280×720 and 520Hz.
The more expensive XV275U Z2 uses Mini LED backlighting with 1,152 zones and Acer HDR1000 support. The XV270U Z3 uses a conventional IPS panel with HDR10 support and starts at €299.
| Model | Size and panel | Main mode | Faster mode | HDR and backlight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Predator XB253Q U1 | 24.5 inch IPS | 1920×1080, 1000Hz | Not applicable | DisplayHDR 400 | €1,099 |
| Predator X32 V3 | 31.5 inch QD OLED Tandem | 3840×2160, 180Hz | Not applicable | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | €899 |
| Predator XB273K V7 | 27 inch IPS | 3840×2160, 160Hz | 1920×1080, 500Hz | HDR400 | €449 |
| Nitro XV275X P | 27 inch Mini LED IPS | 5120×2880, 165Hz | 2560×1440, 330Hz | DisplayHDR 1400, 2,304 zones | €1,199 |
| Nitro XZ340CKR P | 34 inch curved VA | 5120×2160, 180Hz | 2560×1080, 360Hz | HDR10 | €699 |
| Nitro XV275U Z2 | 27 inch Mini LED IPS | 2560×1440, 275Hz | 1080p at 360Hz, 720p at 520Hz | Acer HDR1000, 1,152 zones | €329 |
| Nitro XV270U Z3 | 27 inch IPS | 2560×1440, 275Hz | 1080p at 360Hz, 720p at 520Hz | HDR10 | €299 |
| ProDesigner PE270X P | 27 inch Mini LED IPS | 5120×2880, 165Hz | 2560×1440, 330Hz | DisplayHDR 1400, 2,304 zones | €1,199 |
ProDesigner PE270X P combines 5K resolution with creator features
The ProDesigner PE270X P uses hardware similar to Acer's high end Nitro XV275X P but adds specifications aimed at professional work.
Its 27 inch Mini LED panel runs at 5120×2880 and 165Hz, with a DFR mode offering 2560×1440 at 330Hz. The backlight uses 2,304 local dimming zones and carries DisplayHDR 1400 certification.
Acer also claims factory calibration with a Delta E value below 1. The monitor covers 99% of Adobe RGB, sRGB and DCI P3, making it better suited to color sensitive workloads than the gaming focused models.
The Predator XB273K V7, Nitro XZ340CKR P and Nitro XV275U Z2 are expected to arrive in EMEA during the fourth quarter of 2026. Acer plans to release the remaining models in the first quarter of 2027, with announced pricing ranging from €299 to €1,199.
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