Acer presents its new Predator gaming monitor with a refresh rate of 1,000 Hz at this IFA 2026

In addition to laptops and portable consoles, Acer has also introduced a series of gaming monitorsincluding the Predator XB253Q U1 with a refresh rate of 1,000 Hz. In addition, new monitors have also been presented 32 inches with Penta Tandem QD-OLED panel and 4K resolution. The Predator

Acer Predator XB253Q U1: an eSport monitor with 1,000 Hz

Acer has presented its new range of Predator gaming monitorshighlighting the Predator XB253Q U1, with a refresh rate of 1,000 Hz. Designed for eSport players, this monitor features 24.5 inchesan ideal size for this type of competitive games. It has a Full HD resolution with technology Acer VRB Prowhich reduces motion blur and ghosting at these high refresh rates.

Offers certification VESA DisplayHDR 400 and circular polarization technology that reduces eye strain and glare. As a good gaming monitor, it is also compatible with AMD FreeSync Premium and NVIDIA G-SYNCwhich will offer uncut images in your games.

Predator X32 V3: Penta Tandem QD-OLED panel and UHD resolution

With 31.5 incheshe Predator X32 V3a monitor with panel QD-OLED Penta Tandem and five-layer emissions structure that will offer a brighter panel, while helping to extend the useful life of these panels. Its refresh rate is 180 Hz with UHD resolutionand offers a certification VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 for more intense blacks. The color accuracy is Delta < 1 and is capable of reproducing the 99% of DCI-P3 range.

This gaming monitor, like the previous model, is compatible with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC for a tear-free gaming experience.

Predator XB273K V7: UHD resolution and up to 500 Hz with DFR

The third member of the Predator family is the XB273K V7with a size of 27 inches. It has a UHD resolution with a refresh rate of 160Hzbut its dual mode (DFR) can lower the resolution to FullHD and increase this rate up to 500Hz. It is compatible with the modes AMD FreeSync Premium and NVIDIA G-SYNC for a seamless gaming experience.

This model is also ideal for design and content creation worksince it has color accuracy Delta E < 1 and the Acer Smart Dial. The latter allows users to control the monitor with a remote control and modify the contrast and brightness values ​​without having to get close to the monitor.

The Acer Predator XB253Q U1 monitor and the Acer Predator X32 V3 will be available during the first quarter of 2027with a recommended price of 1,099 euros and 899 euros respectively. The Acer Predator XB273K V7 will arrive during the fourth quarter of this year with a recommended price starting from 449 euros.

These are the specs complete of the three models.

Acer Predator XB253Q U1

• Name: Predator XB253Q U1
• Screen size: 24.5 inches
• Panel type: IPS
• Maximum resolution and refresh rate: 1920 × 1080 at 1000 Hz
• Timing technology:

  • AMD FreeSync™ Premium
  • NVIDIA G-SYNC® compatible

• Surface type: Mate
• Response time: 0.3ms (VRB Pro)
• Contrast ratio: 100,000,000:1 (ACM)
• Glow: 400 native nits; up to 450 peak nits in HDR400 mode
• Viewing angle: 178° (horizontal), 178° (vertical)
• Color range: 90% DCI-P3, 99% sRGB
• Colors: 1,070 million
• Color depth: 8 bits + FRC
• Input signal:

  • 2 × HDMI 2.1
  • 1 × DisplayPort 2.1

• VESA wall mount: 100 × 100mm
• Speakers: Not available
• Power supply (100-240V): Internal (C13/C14)
• Settings:

  • Tilt: -5° to 25°
  • Rotation: ±20°
  • Height adjustment: 150mm
  • Pivot: ±90°

Acer Predator X32 V3

• Name: Predator X32 V3
• Screen size: 31.5 inches
• Panel type: QD-OLED Penta Tandem™
• Maximum resolution and refresh rate: 3840 × 2160 at 180Hz
• Timing technology:

  • AMD FreeSync™ Premium Pro
  • NVIDIA G-SYNC® compatible

• Surface type: Semi-gloss
• Response time: 0.03ms (GTG)
• Contrast ratio: 1,500,000:1
• Glow: 250 nits; up to 450 peak nits at 10% in HDR
• Viewing angle: 178° (horizontal), 178° (vertical)
• Color range: 99% DCI-P3
• Colors: 1,070 million
• Color depth: 10 bits
• Input signal:

  • 1 × HDMI 2.1
  • 1 × DisplayPort 1.4
  • 1 × USB-C (20W)
  • 1 × SPK
  • 1 × audio output

• VESA wall mount: 100 × 100mm
• Speakers: 2 × 2W
• Power supply (100-240V): Internal (C13/C14)
• Settings:

  • Tilt: -5° to 25°
  • Rotation: ±20°
  • Height adjustment: 150mm
  • Pivot: Not available

Acer Predator XB273K V7

• Name: Predator XB273K V7
• Screen size: 27 inches
• Panel type: IPS
• Maximum resolution and refresh rate:

  • HDMI: 3840 × 2160 at 160Hz
  • DisplayPort: 3840 × 2160 at 160Hz
  • USB-C: 3840 × 2160 at 160Hz
  • DFR: 1920 × 1080 at 500 Hz

• Timing technology:

  • AMD FreeSync™ Premium
  • NVIDIA G-SYNC® compatible

• Surface type: Mate
• Response time: 1 ms / 0.5 ms (GTG, minimum)
• Contrast ratio: 100,000,000:1 (ACM)
• Glow: 350 native nits; up to 400 peak nits in HDR400 mode
• Viewing angle: 178° (horizontal), 178° (vertical)
• Color range: 95% DCI-P3
• Colors: 1,070 million
• Color depth: 8 bits + FRC (10 bits with dithering)
• Input signal:

  • 1 × HDMI 2.1
  • 1 × DisplayPort 1.4
  • 1 × USB-C (20W)
  • 1 × SPK
  • 1 × audio output

• VESA wall mount: 100 × 100mm
• Speakers: 2 × 2W
• Power supply (100-240V): Internal (C13/C14)
• Settings:

  • Tilt: -5° to 25°
  • Rotation: ±20°
  • Height adjustment: 150mm
  • Pivot: ±90°