A good gaming monitor is the next step to take if you want to make the most of your high-end laptop or desktop. But after dropping all that dough on a top-notch machine, spending even more on a display can feel like a real burden. That’s why this deal is such a treat.
Right now, B&H Photo is selling a 27-inch Acer Nitro gaming monitor with 1440p resolution for just $190. That’s half off its retail price!
The Acer Nitro XV275U hits all the important specs for a budget gaming monitor. Its 27-inch screen and 2560×1440 resolution comprise the “sweet spot” for showing off graphics while still hitting high frame rates. And with its 170Hz refresh rate and compatibility with AMD FreeSync, you can absolutely hit those high frame rates. (The VA panel is bright and vivid, though not the best for reading text or editing video.)
This monitor doesn’t come with a lot of extras beyond the DisplayPort and double HDMI connections, but its beefy height-adjustable stand is nice to see in a budget model. You can use a VESA monitor arm, too.
B&H’s store listing doesn’t include any USB ports, but Acer’s online listing for this specific model shows USB-C and two USB-A ports in the photos. (But it’s important to note that Acer’s modeling and inventory system is a headache and they sell dozens of variations on the same design, so I wouldn’t count on B&H’s sale monitor including those USB ports.)
That said, this is still a great deal if you’re looking for gaming performance on a budget. B&H even offers free shipping to my address — a nice bonus if you also qualify for that. Get this Acer Nitro monitor at B&H Photo while you can if you want a cheap option for quality PC gaming.
This budget-friendly gaming monitor is even friendlierAuthor: Michael Crider, Staff Writer, PCWorld
Michael is a 10-year veteran of technology journalism, covering everything from Apple to ZTE. On PCWorld he's the resident keyboard nut, always using a new one for a review and building a new mechanical board or expanding his desktop "battlestation" in his off hours. Michael's previous bylines include Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and he's covered events like CES and Mobile World Congress live. Michael lives in Pennsylvania where he's always looking forward to his next kayaking trip.