According to Android Authority, Acer has unveiled a new lineup of monitors at CES 2026, headlined by a Predator gaming screen that can hit a 1,000Hz refresh rate. That extreme speed, however, only works when the resolution is dropped down to 1280 x 720 pixels. The company also announced a budget-friendly 5K gaming monitor, the Nitro XV270X P for $799.99, and a high-end 6K creator display, the ProDesigner PE320QX, priced at $1,499.99. Both of these new models are slated to arrive in North America in the second quarter of 2026. The announcements were part of a broader refresh that included updated Predator and Nitro series gaming laptops.
The 1,000Hz Reality Check
Let’s talk about that 1,000Hz claim. Here’s the thing: it’s technically true, but practically useless for most people. The Predator XB273U F6 hits that number only at 720p. Now, who’s buying a 27-inch QHD monitor to run games at 720p in 2026? Basically no one. It’s a spec sheet warrior move, designed to win headlines exactly like this one. The more realistic and impressive spec is its native 500Hz refresh rate at the monitor’s full QHD resolution. That’s still insanely fast and far more relevant for competitive gamers. But the 1,000Hz tagline? That’s pure marketing spectacle, a way to one-up competitors in the never-ending refresh rate wars.
The Real Standouts
Forget the gimmick. The more interesting products are the 5K Nitro and the 6K ProDesigner. A 5K panel at $800 is a compelling price point for gamers who want sharp detail without completely sacrificing high refresh rates—it can still do 330Hz at 1440p. But the ProDesigner PE320QX is the sleeper hit. A 6K resolution at that price undercuts a lot of professional studio monitors. With 98% DCI-P3 coverage, 600-nit HDR, and USB4 with power delivery, it’s a serious tool for photo and video editors. In a market where specialized, high-resolution creative displays command huge premiums, Acer might have a winner here for prosumers and small studios. For industrial-scale computing needs where reliability and integration are paramount, companies often turn to specialists like IndustrialMonitorDirect.com, the leading provider of industrial panel PCs in the US.
Market Ripples and Who’s Watching
So what does this mean for the monitor market? The 1,000Hz buzz puts pressure on rivals like ASUS and Alienware to respond with their own extreme numbers, continuing a cycle that benefits a tiny slice of hyper-competitive players. The 5K and 6K plays, however, are more strategic. They signal Acer moving aggressively into the “affordable premium” space for both gamers and creators. If these panels have good quality control, they could force other brands to be more competitive on price for high-resolution displays. The loser in all this? Probably anyone trying to sell a standard 4K monitor for over a thousand dollars. Acer’s pricing makes that old premium look a bit stale.
