lundi 13 juin 2016

Acer Predator XB271HU review

WHAT IS THE ACER PREDATOR XB271HU?

The Acer Predator XB271HU is one of a new breed of gaming monitors that not only features the high refresh rate you expect of a gaming display but has the great image quality you'd associate with an IPS panel too.

What’s more, it includes Nvidia’s G-Sync technology for eliminating image tear and stutter, sports a high-end design and a fully adjustable stand as well. Along with the Asus ROG Swift PG279Q, on paper it’s as good as you could possibly hope for from a gaming monitor right now. So does it justify it’s near-£600 asking price?


ACER PREDATOR XB271HU – DESIGN AND FEATURES

There’s no mistaking the XB271HU is a gaming-orientated unit. Featuring splashes of red on its feet, a Transformers-esque logo on the bezel and an angular stand design, it has all the hallmarks. Those red metal feet are a touch over the top for my liking, but otherwise, the finish is fairly muted with matte-black plastic used throughout.


ACER PREDATOR XB271HU – SETUP AND OSD

One of the worst aspects of this monitor is how awkward it is to attach the base to the stand. It uses a hex bolt to pull the two pieces together, and not only is that less convenient than the bolts that have a little flip-up handle with which to tighten them, it’s also tricky to locate the bolt in the threaded hole.
That aside, physical setup is easy thanks to the effortless ergonomic adjustments; the panel just clips into place on the stand.


KEY FEATURES

  • Nvidia G-Sync
  • 27in IPS panel with 2,560 x 1,440p resolution
  • 165Hz refresh rate
  • 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x HDMI
  • 4 x USB 3.0 hub
  • Fully adjustable stand with VESA mount
  • Manufacturer: Acer
  • Review Price: £599.99


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