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Acer XG270HUomidpx

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User ratings:
31
4.2 out of 5
31 user ratings
5 stars
41 %
4 stars
32 %
3 stars
25 %
2 stars
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1 stars
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Consumer ratings:
4.4 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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3.9 out of 5
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Pros

  • smooth performance and certified G-SYNC compatibility
  • smoothness this monitor is capable of displaying
  • cool IPS panel with a good response time 4 ms and 60 Hz refresh rate

Cons

  • ΔThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam
  • The buttons can seem stiff and when pressing you get a worrying feeling
  • screen-tearing and VSYNC stutters

Key specs

  • 2560, 1440 px
  • 144 Hz
  • LED
  • 1 ms
  • Flat
  • 27 in
  • 350 cd/m²
  • 16

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Acer XG270HUomidpx - Pros & Cons

Acer XG270HUomidpx

Pros

  • smooth performance and certified G-SYNC compatibility
  • smoothness this monitor is capable of displaying
  • cool IPS panel with a good response time 4 ms and 60 Hz refresh rate
  • better image quality is a good starting point
  • performance is more than welcome here
  • better image quality and relatively fast response time
  • Faster response time means more clear images and no ghosting issues
  • in-depth reviews and helpful tips
  • Decent image quality
  • great looks and a high contrast ratio
  • Desktop image quality is generally excellent

Cons

  • ΔThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam
  • The buttons can seem stiff and when pressing you get a worrying feeling
  • screen-tearing and VSYNC stutters
  • no more screen tearing and sync stuttering
  • Screen tearing however is just a nasty thing
  • DisplayPort vs HDMI vs USB-C vs DVI vs
  • A bit pricier than the ASUS model
  • the refresh rate is limited to only 60 Hz
  • 60 Hz refresh rate is a downer here
  • the DisplayPort spec and therefore requires no proprietary hardware to implement
  • monitors are not limited to a single DP input

Acer XG270HUomidpx - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
27 in
Best:
Acer UM.PB1EE.A01
Screen size: 282 in
IconResponse time
1 ms
Best:
JVC LM-H191
Response time: 0.01 ms
IconBrightness
350 cd/m²
Best:
DynaScan DS321LR4
Brightness: 25000 cd/m²
IconWeight
3860 g
Best:
BenQ GL2450HM
Weight: 0 g

Acer XG270HUomidpx - Full Specifications

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General
Screen size27.0 in
Brightness350.0 cd/m²
Aspect ratio16:9
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Dimensions
Height (min-max)< 451
Height (without stand)14.5 in
Height with stand17.76 in
Depth (with stand)8.11 in
Depth (without stand)1.5 in
Width (with stand)24.2 in
Weight (without stand)7.72 lb
Weight136.16 oz
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Image properties
Maximum resolution2560 x 1440 px
Supported graphics resolutions2560x1440
Refresh rate144.0 Hz
HD typeWide Quad HD
Display number of colours16.78 million colours
Colour depth (per channel)8.0 bit
Colour gamut (Adobe RGB)68.89 %
Dynamic contrast ratio100000000:1
Contrast ratio1000:1
Display technologyLED
BacklightLED
Panel typeTN+Film
Response time (GtG)1.0 ms
Response time1.0 ms
Picture-in-Picture (PIP)no
Pixel size0.01 in
Viewing angle (horizontal)170.0 °
Viewing angle (vertical)160.0 °
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Compatibility
3D support (3D-Ready)no
Adaptive synchronizationyes
HDRno
VESA mountno
Sync technologyAMD Freesync
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Power
Connecting 9V/12V/14VNone
Operational power consumption< 27.81
Power consumption (standby)0.5 W
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Red
Panel designFlat
Built-in USB hubno
Touchscreenno
Built-in camerano
Screen surfaceMatte
Built-in speakersyes
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Connectivity
Analogue 3.5mm input0
Component input (YPbPr/YCbCr)no
Number of component inputs0
Composite inputno
Number of composite inputs0
DisplayPortyes
DVI Portyes
DVI-D ports quantity1
HDMIyes
HDMI ports quantity1
Number of HDMI inputs1
HDMI version2.0
Headphone outputno
S-video inputno
Number of s-video inputs0
Thunderboltno
USB for videono
VGA inno
Number of DisplayPort inputs1
Number of DisplayPort outputs0
DisplayPort version1.2
Type of DisplayPort connectorStandard
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Features
Ascendable and submersibleno
Pivot functionno
Swivelno
Tiltableyes
Memory card readerno
Cable lock slotno
Flicker freeyes
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Eco-labelling
EnergyStaryes

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Acer XG270HUomidpx Acer - Editorial Reviews (11)

3.9
Based on 11 reviews
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Acer XG270HUomidpx Acer XG270HU FreeSync monitor
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HEXUS
Published: 09.04.2015
Acer XG270HU FreeSync monitor

FreeSync graces 1440p gaming at 144Hz.

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Booredatwork
Published: 13.05.2015
Acer XG270HU WQHD Gaming Monitor Review

   [ad#co-1] I have been really impressed with Acer monitors of late. We previously reviewed that awesome 4K monitor, the...

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Published: 12.11.2015
Acer Predator XG270HU Review - Editors...
4.8

The new review of Acer Predator XG270HU, with every detail you need to know about. Visit our website for the best gaming monitor reviews and news.

Acer XG270HUomidpx Acer XG270HU 27-inch FreeSync Monitor Review
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tomshardware.co.uk
Published: 12.06.2015
Acer XG270HU 27-inch FreeSync Monitor Review

We’ve had G-Sync monitors for many months now, but AMD fans had to wait for FreeSync screens. Today we’re looking at Acer’s 27-inch QHD XG270HU.

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Acer XG270HU Review - TFT Central
Acer XG270HUomidpx AMD FreeSync Review With the Acer XG270HU Monitor
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AMD FreeSync Review With the Acer XG270HU Monitor

In this article slash review we will test out the 499 EURO costing FreeSync compatible Acer Freesync (27-inch 2560x1440p - 144Hz) screen. Following NVIDIAs GSync AMD took a different approach, no more... Synchronizing Monitor & Graphics Card

Acer XG270HUomidpx Best gaming monitors you can buy right now depending on your favourite genre
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LaptopMedia.com
Published: 29.07.2015
Best gaming monitors you can buy right now depending on your favourite genre

Most of the hardware you are using to build your new gaming desktop PC is somehow “pre-chosen” or you are at least well aware of what you want in your setup. When it comes to CPUs, the …

Acer XG270HUomidpx Acer XG270HU Review
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PCMAG
Published: 08.09.2016
Acer XG270HU Review
3.5

The Acer XG270HU is a sharp-looking 27-inch gaming monitor that uses AMD's FreeSync technology to deliver smooth gaming performance.

Acer XG270HUomidpx Acer XG270HU Review
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pcgamer
Published: 03.08.2015
Acer XG270HU Review
3.5

Our first FreeSync monitor touches down, but can it give the pricey Asus Swift a run for its money?

Acer XG270HUomidpx Acer XG270HU Review « TOP NEW Review
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Acer XG270HU Review « TOP NEW Review

Acer's 27in FreeSync display is sure to impress the moment it lands on your desk. Read our Acer XG270HU Review.

Acer XG270HUomidpx Acer XG270HU 27-inch FreeSync Monitor Review
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tomshardware.co.uk
Published: 12.06.2015
Acer XG270HU 27-inch FreeSync Monitor Review

We’ve had G-Sync monitors for many months now, but AMD fans had to wait for FreeSync screens. Today we’re looking at Acer’s 27-inch QHD XG270HU.

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