Finally, an obtainable HDMI 2.1 monitor!
Yet the monitors most important number might be the MSRP, which lands at “just” $899.
Thats the lowest yet for an HDMI 2.1 monitor.
Lifewire / Matthew S. Smith
Some might call it overkill.
I call it a monitor for young professionals.
The answer can be found in modern game consoles like theXbox Series XandPlayStation 5.
Lifewire / Matthew S. Smith
Unfortunately, display technology has lagged behind consoles.
Acers XV282K KV, with its tame 28-inch screen, can easily fit on a desk.
Acer wisely leans into this with a focus on sharp, vibrant, yet accurate visuals.
Vibrant games likeValorantandOverwatchseem to leap off the screen with exaggerated, highly saturated colors and exquisite details.
Players upgrading from 1080p will be surprised by the intricate detail that becomes visible in character geometry and textures.
This is true even for older titles likeThe Witcher 3.
Youll see every chainmail link and embroidered leather stitching in Geralts best armor sets.
This pairs well with the monitors excellent color accuracy and range of well-calibrated gamma presets.
Its also helpful in games that rely on a more realistic presentation likeMicrosoft Flight Simulator.
Some might call it overkill.
I call it a monitor for young professionals.
Still Some Disappointments
Well…almostanything.
Thats great for a monitor and much, much brighter than youd want for normal use.
Yet its not bright enough to excel.
Theres nothing special about the monitors core display technology, either.
Its an IPS panel lit by LEDs along the edges of the display.
The XV282K KV doesnt flip the script.
Youll also notice the monitors edges are slightly brighter than its center.
Such flaws are disappointing in a display priced near $1,000, but hardly unique.
Nearly all monitors suffer from these problems.
And while far from perfect, Acers new monitor has less obvious backlight bleed than many high-end gaming displays.
Gamers on a monitor thats several years old will see an improvement.
The number I ultimately return to is the price: $899.
Thats great for an HDMI 2.1 monitor and competitive with many current 4K/144Hz monitors that lack it.
I worried Acer would have to cut corners to make that price possible, but thats not the case.
