Acer Predator XB273K V5 27-inch 4K gaming monitor review: Vivid color and dual refresh rate capable

The Acer Predator XB273K V5 is a 27-inch 4K gaming monitor priced at $380, offering vivid color and dual refresh rate capabilities. It features a 160 Hz refresh rate at 4K resolution and 320 Hz at FHD resolution, along with Adaptive-Sync, HDR10, and wide color gamut support. The monitor has excellent image quality with over 450 nits peak brightness for both SDR and HDR content, and a contrast ratio of over 5,300:1 in HDR mode. It includes gaming features like aiming points, a timer, and a refresh rate indicator, as well as precise calibration controls and multiple color modes. The XB273K V5's remote, called Smart Dial, allows for easy control of settings, and the monitor is well-suited for both gaming and productivity tasks.