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Acer XB270HU 27" 1440p 144Hz G-Sync IPS ULMB Discussion Thread

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Acer XB270HU, essentially an upgraded ROG Swift with an IPS panel.

Highlights:
-27" 2560x1440 IPS
-144 Hz
-G-Sync
-ULMB Strobing backlight Mode
-4ms GtG
-Zero PWM


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Since the debut of G-SYNC our partners have released many TN models, with resolutions ranging from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 (4K), and features that further improve your experience. Today, G-SYNC enters a new era with the unveiling of the world's first 144Hz IPS G-SYNC monitor at The International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Engineered by Acer, the 2560x1440 XB270HU is the world's first 144Hz IPS gaming monitor, the world's first IPS G-SYNC gaming monitor, the first IPS gaming monitor to also support NVIDIA Ultra Low Motion Blur (ULMB) technology, and one of the world's first IPS monitors with a response time of only 4ms G-to-G.

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Why the fuss about IPS G-SYNC at 144Hz? For many enthusiasts it's the monitor Holy Grail, combining IPS's wide viewing angles, bright displays, and highly accurate colors with G-SYNC's lighting fast, super smooth gaming technology, which fixes IPS's traditionally poor gaming performance. Together, IPS and G-SYNC make your games look and play better than ever before.

In addition to its G-SYNC and IPS technology, the Acer XB270HU is a fully featured monitor, offering just about every extra you could hope for. Starting from the top, the screen can be height adjusted, titled, rotated into Portrait, and VESA wall mounted. On the side there's the required DisplayPort 1.2 output for G-SYNC, plus HDMI and DVI outputs for game consoles and other devices, as well as audio out and two USB 3.0 ports for accessories or storage.

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-Acer XB270HU is the world's first NVIDIA® G-SYNC™ enabled gaming monitor with an IPS display that offers consistent, clear images from 178-degree wide viewing angles.The screen will feature Acer's EyeProtect technology including Blue Light Filter and Flicker less backlight.

The Acer XB270HU monitor will be available globally and begin shipping in April 2015.

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Reviews:

TFTCentral: http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/acer_xb270hu.htm

SWEClockers: https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=auto&tl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sweclockers.com%2Frecension%2F20186-acer-xb270hu-predator-ips-baserad-gamingskarm-i-144-hz-med-nvidia-g-sync%2F1
 
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In on page 1 of a new Vega Super Obscene Duper Multi-media OR CONFLAVULATORY contraption. Vamos.
 
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Originally Posted by Obrigado View Post

My pocket is ready
You know it!
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Originally Posted by iluvkfc View Post

Has ULMB ever been implemented on an IPS monitor?
Nope, just TN and VA.
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Originally Posted by axiumone View Post

Thanks for making this thread vega.
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I'm really looking forward to this display. Unfortunate that the bezels look huge, hopefully it won't be a huge pain in the ass to debezel.
Planning on doing surround?
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Originally Posted by Crazyglue View Post

How much do you think it will cost? Im hoping under 800, 650 would be a home run though.
Based off of what it's up on OC. uk pre-order for, I'd wager ~$700 US.
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Originally Posted by l88bastar View Post

In on page 1 of a new Vega Super Obscene Duper Multi-media OR CONFLAVULATORY contraption. Vamos.
Definitely Conflavulatory...
 
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Originally Posted by l88bastar View Post

*boxes three Rog Swifts up for ebay sale*

*Takes Pants Off*

*Patiently watches calender*
Don't forget setting up alternate address so the wife doesn't find them. Stealthily change them out :p!
 
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Originally Posted by Kinaesthetic View Post

Don't forget setting up alternate address so the wife doesn't find them. Stealthily change them out
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The key is to line up delivery on the day they work...once its in the mancave they have no idea what is what.
 
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Assuming this monitor is released at a similar or lower price point than the Swift, it will be an instant purchase for me.
 
#14 ·
I too am ready and waiting. Guessing the price tag will be between $700-$800, although it's still high for a gaming monitor's price point. But seeing that it is still the only game in town it could be even higher than that.
 
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Originally Posted by l88bastar View Post

once its in the mancave they have no idea what is what.
I have experienced this phenomenon as well.
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I get some funny looks when the credit card bill comes in though.
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The suggestion of a new purse and/or pair of shoes and a mani+pedi usually calms it right down.
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Originally Posted by axiumone View Post

Where did you see that?
First post of this thread.

-AU Optronics Semi-gloss Anti-Reflection film

Knowing Vega he will probably just de-matte the monitor. It's just a big pain in the butt remove the anti-reflection. Plus you risk possible damage and it voids your warranty.
 
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Originally Posted by Swolern View Post

Dammit I just saw they are putting a matte finish on top of this beautiful screen!!!! Jesus Acer!!!
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This may actually kill the deal for me I can't stand matte, not even the slightest hint of it!! Wanted this monitor so bad too.
I hear ya, I feel the same way about matte. I thought a switch from TN to IPS variants would bring a change in the standard matte finish in gaming oriented monitors, but maybe not. I can deal with the semi glossy finish of my BL2710PT, but high anti glare coatings are too grainy for me. This is a real bummer...
 
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