1080p resolution isn’t cutting-edge, but it remains the most popular resolution among modern PC displays. This is often because of budget: There are dozens of cheap 1080p monitors. But what happens when a 1080p monitor makes image quality a priority?
SPECS
The Acer Nitro XV272 (LVbmiiprx) is a 27-inch, 1080p monitor with an IPS panel and a 165Hz refresh rate. This puts it smack dab in the most crowded segment of the monitor market. Here are the XV272’s most noteworthy specs.
Display size: 27-inch
Native resolution: 1920×1080
Panel type: IPS
Refresh rate: Up to 165Hz
Adaptive sync: AMD FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible
Ports: 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort, 4x USB 3
Stand adjustment: Height, tilt, swivel, pivot
VESA mount: Yes, 100x100mm
Speakers: Yes
Price: $349 MSRP, around $279 typical
A few features help the Nitro XV272 stand out. It has a 165Hz refresh and is compatible with both AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync. It also has three video inputs, four USB ports, and a stand with numerous ergonomic adjustments. The Nitro XV272, though not expensive, is a cut above entry-level 1080p monitors.
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