Acer Announces New Gaming Monitors and Projector at CES 2026, Including Predator XB273U F6 with 1000 Hz Refresh Rates

Acer has announced a range of new displays at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, headlined by the Predator XB273U F6 gaming monitor capable of reaching 1000 Hz refresh rates. The company also introduced a QD-OLED gaming monitor, a 5K display, a 6K professional monitor, and an RGB laser projector.

Predator XB273U F6: Pushing Refresh Rates to 1000 Hz

The flagship announcement is the 27-inch Predator XB273U F6, which Acer is positioning squarely at the esports market. The monitor features a native 500 Hz refresh rate at its full 2560 x 1440 QHD resolution, but can reach 1000 Hz through a Dynamic Frequency and Resolution (DFR) mode that drops the resolution to 1280 x 720.

This approach to achieving ultra-high refresh rates by reducing resolution is becoming increasingly common among manufacturers targeting competitive gaming, where frame rate and response time often take priority over visual fidelity. Whether the trade-off makes sense depends entirely on the type of games being played and individual preferences.

The IPS panel offers a 2,000:1 native contrast ratio and 350 nits of brightness, with factory calibration covering 95% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut and 99% of sRGB. Viewing angles extend to 178 degrees both horizontally and vertically. The monitor supports AMD FreeSync Premium technology for variable refresh rate synchronisation.

Connectivity includes two HDMI 2.1 ports and one DisplayPort 1.4 connection, alongside an audio output and dual 2-watt integrated speakers. The stand offers tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustment up to approximately 15 centimetres, with VESA mount compatibility for alternative mounting options. Acer has also included a remote control with a Smart Dial feature for adjusting settings without reaching behind the display.

Predator X34 F3: QD-OLED at 360 Hz

The Predator X34 F3 takes a different approach, combining a curved 34-inch QD-OLED panel with a 360 Hz refresh rate. The ultrawide display runs at 3440 x 1440 resolution and boasts an exceptionally fast 0.03 ms grey-to-grey response time at minimum settings.

QD-OLED technology continues to gain traction in the gaming monitor market due to its ability to deliver deep blacks, vibrant colours, and wide viewing angles without the backlight bleed issues that can affect traditional LCD panels. The Predator X34 F3 covers 99% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut and supports 1.07 billion colours through 10-bit processing via dithering.

Peak brightness reaches 500 nits, and the monitor supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro for tear-free gaming with HDR content. The Adaptive Contrast Management system claims a contrast ratio of up to 1,000,000,000:1, though such figures should be taken with appropriate scepticism as they represent dynamic rather than static contrast measurements.

The monitor connects via DisplayPort 1.4 and two HDMI 2.1 ports, with dual 5-watt speakers built into the chassis. Ergonomic adjustments include tilt ranging from -5 to 20 degrees, swivel of plus or minus 20 degrees, and height adjustment up to approximately 15 centimetres.

Nitro XV270X P: 5K Resolution Meets High Refresh Rates

The Acer Nitro XV270X P attempts to bridge the gap between high-resolution productivity displays and fast gaming monitors. This 27-inch IPS panel offers a native 5120 x 2880 resolution running at 165 Hz when connected via HDMI 2.1 or DisplayPort 1.4.

Like the Predator XB273U F6, the Nitro XV270X P includes a DFR mode that trades resolution for speed, dropping to 2560 x 1440 while boosting the refresh rate to 330 Hz. This flexibility could make it appealing to users who want a single display for both creative work requiring high resolution and competitive gaming where speed matters more.

The monitor achieves a 0.5 ms minimum grey-to-grey response time and includes AMD FreeSync Premium support. Colour accuracy specifications include 95% DCI-P3 coverage, while the Acer HDR400 certification indicates peak brightness of 400 nits. The claimed native contrast ratio of 1,000,000,000:1 again refers to dynamic contrast rather than static measurements.

Port selection mirrors the other gaming monitors with two HDMI 2.1 connections and one DisplayPort 1.4, plus audio output and dual 2-watt speakers. The stand provides comprehensive adjustment options including tilt, swivel, height adjustment up to approximately 15 centimetres, and a 90-degree pivot for portrait orientation.

ProDesigner PE320QX: 6K for Creative Professionals

Stepping away from gaming, the Acer ProDesigner PE320QX targets content creators and professional users with a 31.5-inch panel running at 6016 x 3384 resolution at 60 Hz. The display accepts this 6K signal across HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1, and USB Type-C connections, making it compatible with a wide range of professional workstations and laptops.

Colour accuracy is a primary focus, with the monitor covering 99% of the Adobe RGB colour space and 98% of DCI-P3. The panel supports 1.07 billion colours through 8-bit plus FRC processing, which simulates 10-bit colour depth through dithering techniques. Response time sits at 4 ms grey-to-grey, which is adequate for general productivity though noticeably slower than the gaming-focused displays in the lineup.

The ProDesigner PE320QX carries VESA DisplayHDR certification with an HDR600 mode that boosts peak brightness to 600 nits, while standard brightness measures 400 nits. Acer has equipped the panel with what it calls Reflection-Free technology to minimise glare in bright working environments, which could prove useful in office settings with overhead lighting or windows.

An interesting addition is the AI ProxiSense feature, which uses presence detection to automatically put the monitor into sleep mode when nobody is sitting in front of it. This type of energy-saving technology is becoming more common in professional displays as organisations look to reduce power consumption.

The USB Type-C input supports 100W power delivery, allowing it to charge a connected laptop while simultaneously receiving video input. A second USB Type-C port provides 15W output. Dual 5-watt speakers are integrated into the chassis. The stand offers tilt from -5 to 25 degrees, an impressive swivel range of plus or minus 178 degrees, and height adjustment up to approximately 12 centimetres.

Vero HL1820: RGB Laser Projection

Completing the announcement, the Acer Vero HL1820 is a home projector using RGB laser technology to achieve wide colour coverage. The projector outputs 5500 RGB laser lumens and supports 4K UHD resolution with HDR.

RGB laser systems use separate red, green, and blue laser diodes rather than a single blue laser with phosphor conversion, which can result in more accurate and saturated colours. Acer claims the Vero HL1820 covers 106% of the BT.2020 colour space, which is notably wider than most consumer projectors can achieve. The contrast ratio is rated at 3,500,000:1.

For gaming use, the projector supports 240 Hz refresh rates at 1080p resolution with input latency of 4.2 ms. This low latency figure makes it potentially suitable for gaming, though competitive players would likely still prefer a dedicated gaming monitor for the fastest response times. A 15-watt built-in speaker handles audio without requiring external speakers.

The Vero branding indicates this projector is part of Acer’s environmentally-focused product line, though specific details about the eco-friendly design elements were not provided in the announcement.

Availability and Pricing

Acer has not yet announced pricing or specific availability dates for any of the new products. Additional details are expected to emerge following the CES 2026 announcements.