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Acer is always expanding its range of monitors with new models. Today they announced a trio of new Predator gaming monitors. Although Computex is still a few days away, the company has decided to reveal its new lineup early. What’s special about these three monitors is that they come with OLED panels and high refresh rates, so they’re perfect for competitive gamers and those looking for an immersive visual experience.

What are the three new monitors?

This new OLED range covers several different sizes and resolutions to cater for every user. There are 1440p, 4K and ultrawide options to consider, as we explain below.

Predator X27U F3

First up, we have the Predator X27U F3. This OLED gaming monitor boasts a 26.5-inch WQHD (2560 x 1440) screen, but the real highlight is its lightning-fast 480Hz refresh rate. If you don’t already know, finding an OLED monitor with such a high refresh rate is extremely rare. The monitor also has a pixel response time of 0.01ms and comes with two HDMI 2.1 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4 port and one USB Type-C port.

To protect your eyes, the X27U F3 comes with Bluelightshield Pro and Flickerless technology, which ensure undistorted colors and eliminate harmful screen flicker. The monitor also supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync. As for brightness, its peak is 1300 Nits, so you won’t have any problems using it in a well-lit environment.

Predator X32 X3

If the 27-inch display is a bit much for your taste and you want something bigger, then Acer has something for you too. This comes in the form of the Predator X32 X3, and as its name already suggests, it’s a 31.5-inch OLED monitor with a high refresh rate of 240Hz. Unlike the X27U F3, the X32 X3 features a 4K display. But the fun doesn’t stop there. If you want to switch from an RPG to an FPS game, you can quickly switch to 480 Hz. This will drop the resolution down to FHD, but that’s the price you’ll have to pay for a higher refresh rate. For connectivity, the monitor offers two HDM 2.1 ports, a DisplayPort and a Type-C port.

Predator X34 X5

Finally, for those who prefer an even bigger display, we have the Predator X34 X5. This monitor has a 34-inch OLED curved display with UWQHD resolution, making it the only curved display in the trio. It has 1800R curvature and a 240Hz refresh rate, so it’s perfect for those looking for a combination of style, speed and stunning visuals. For connectivity, this one also offers the same number of ports as the above two monitors.

As for price, the Predator X32 X3 and Predator X34 X5 will be available in the fourth quarter of this year for $1,199.99 and $1,099.99, respectively. As for the Predator X27U F3, it will be available a little earlier, in the third quarter, and will cost $1,199.99.

How well do these monitors stack up against competitive gamers?

The new Acer Predator OLED monitors are sure to be a great choice for competitive gamers. The star of the show, the X27U F3, boasts an incredible 480Hz refresh rate and 0.01ms pixel response time, minimizing ghosting and delivering silky smooth gameplay.

For those who prefer a combination of high resolution and high refresh rate, you can opt for the Predator X32 X3, which will let you switch between 4K 240 Hz and FHD 480 Hz. Keep in mind, though, that you’ll need to pair this monitor with a high-end PC that can deliver extremely high frame rates for 4K gaming. On the other hand, the FHD mode is a big plus for competitive gamers who want the best of both worlds and will allow for smoother operation without the need for high-end hardware.