Acer Predator X27 27"

Fantastic image quality ; Great gaming performance ; Stunning HDR

Very expensive ; Still only a 27-inch display ; 4K resolution too demanding

The combination of 4K, HDR and 144Hz makes the Acer Predator X27 one of the most desirable monitors you can buy – but it's not cheap.

HDR really works well here ; Colors are strong ; 144Hz and 4K is a dream come true

Requires serious hardware to drive in game ; Price is ludicrous ; Pixel density verging on too small, ; 32-inch would be better

If you absolutely must be at the cutting edge you can’t go wrong with the Acer Predator X27. Its popping color and impressive spec list is a must have for any enthusiast with money to burn. So how do you justify a panel quite like this? Well, honestly...

Sumptuous HDR colour ; Fantastic contrast ; Decent gaming performance

Incredibly expensive ; 4K feels cramped on a 27in monitor ; Fan noise

Nonetheless, the X27 very much does what it sets out to do, blowing us away with its stunning 4K HDR visuals. If you want to experience the full glory of true HDR on a computer screen, this is without a doubt the best way to do it.

4K UHD resolution. Supports HDR content. Very high rated and tested brightness. Excellent contrast ratio for an IPS monitor. Glare-reducing hood. Stylish, ergonomic mount provides height, tilt, and swivel control.

Stratospheric pricing. Requires high-performance hardware to get the most out of it.

Bottom Line: Acer's formidable (and formidably pricey) Predator X27 is an elite-performing 27-inch gaming monitor that provides 4K UHD resolution, very high brightness, lofty refresh rates, and G-Sync support. It's the ultimate gaming panel.

Vivid DisplayHDR 1000 certified display with 384 backlight zones ; First monitor to hit 144Hz at 4K resolution ; Impeccable color accuracy ; Factory calibrated ; G-Sync

Extremely expensive ; Active cooling fan creates noise ; Output occasionally turns a murky gray after waking

The Predator X27 pushes the ragged edge of what’s possible for display technology, and setting it up requires quite a bit more work than your average display. It’s worth the time, though.

Excellent HDR brightness. Image remains accurate at an angle. Excellent wide color gamut.

Performs poorly in a dark room.

The Acer Predator X27 is a very good monitor for most uses. It's well-suited for a brighter office setting but has limited ergonomic options. It has some excellent gaming features, like support for NVIDIA's G-SYNC technology, but is limited by the...