Why you can trust Tom's Hardware Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test.
The concept of dual refresh mode gaming monitors is relatively new and something that OLED technology has inspired. Its best use is for users with mid-level systems who want an upgrade path that doesn’t include a new monitor. Perhaps your video card can only manage 80 or 90fps at 4K resolution. Switching to 480 Hz mode means you can bump that up to 160 to 180fps, which will eliminate motion blur and give you lower input lag in the process. And when you upgrade the graphics board, you’ll have a monitor that can keep up.
The X32 X3’s nearest rival is Asus’ PG32UCDP. Comparisons between the two are tight. They are close in color volume, but the Acer covers about 3% more. They are also close in my input lag test, but the Acer is quicker at 240 Hz while the Asus is quicker at 480 Hz.
We’re talking about 2-4ms so that is something few people will perceive. The Asus offers brighter HDR with around 250 nits greater peak output. But it also costs around $200 more. Given the close test results, the Asus PG32UCDP is not offering $200 worth of advantages over the X32 X3. But both are phenomenal monitors so again I say, you won’t regret buying the best.
The Acer Predator X32 X3 delivers superb gaming performance, a stunning OLED image, and near-perfect color accuracy with no need for calibration. It’s built like a tank with every feature one expects from a premium display. And it’s $200 less expensive than its nearest rival which is hard to ignore if you’re looking for a top-shelf 4K OLED display.
MORE: Best Gaming Monitors
MORE: How We Test PC Monitors
MORE: How to Buy a PC Monitor
