Acer Predator X32 X3 240Hz UHD (480Hz FHD) OLED
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A 31.5″ 3840 x 2160 (‘4K’ UHD) LG Display WOLED panel is used with up to 240Hz supported at the native resolution and up to 480Hz at 1920 x 1080 (Full HD or 1080p). An improved RGWB subpixel layout is included, designed to reduce text fringing. VRR is supported via Adaptive-Sync (and presumably HDMI 2.1 VRR), allowing technologies such as Nvidia ‘G-SYNC Compatible’ and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro to be used. A matte anti-glare screen surface is used whilst a 1.5m:1 static contrast ratio, 178°/178° viewing angles and 10-bit colour are specified. The screen is flicker-free with 99% DCI-P3 colour gamut specified alongside peak brightness values of 275 cd/m² (SDR typical), 450 cd/m² (SDR peak, with ABL) and 1000 cd/m² (HDR peak, 3% window). A ‘Constant Brightness’ setting can be activated which avoids distracting ABL (Automatic Brightness Limiter) behaviour under SDR. A factory calibration is included with specified DeltaE <1.
HDR10 support is offered with per-pixel illumination as well as the 10-bit colour capability and generous DCI-P3 gamut being put to work. The monitor can output decent bursts of brightness under HDR, too. A 0.03ms grey to grey response time is specified – pay little attention to the exact figure, though OLED technology is known for its exceptional pixel responsiveness. The stand attaches centrally via a quick-release mechanism and offers full adjustability, including a generous 150mm (5.91 inches) height adjustment and pivot into portrait. Provision for 100 x 100mm VESA mounting is also included. The ports face downwards and include; AC power input (internal power converter), 2 HDMI 2.1 ports, DP 1.4 (with DSC), USB-C (90W PD, DP Alt Mode, upstream data), a 3.5mm audio output, USB-C (downstream), 3 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and Type-B upstream. KVM is supported for easy sharing of connected USB peripherals and display input switching between 2 systems. 2 x 5W speakers are included for potentially fairly rich sound output.
Further details can be found in this press release. The monitor is listed for ~$900 USD.
