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Jul 26, 2026 6:10 PM

Costco Members: Acer 27" Predator 4K IPS 160Hz FreeSync Premium Gaming Monitor

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Costco Wholesale has for its Members: Acer 27" Predator 4K UHD IPS 160Hz FreeSync Premium Gaming Monitor (XB273K V5bmiiprx) on sale for $199.99. Shipping is free.
  • Note: Non-Members may purchase but are subject to a 5% surcharge. This is an online only price; warehouse availability and pricing may vary.
Thanks to Community Member Jaggsta for sharing this deal.

Specs:
  • Display Size: 27"
  • Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) / 1920 x 1080 (FHD DFR Mode)
  • Panel Type: IPS
  • Refresh Rate: 160Hz (4K), 320Hz (FHD DFR Mode)
  • Response Time: Up to 0.5ms (GtG)
  • Brightness: 400 nits (HDR)
  • Color Gamut: 90% DCI-P3
  • HDR Certification: VESA DisplayHDR 400
  • Adaptive Sync: AMD FreeSync Premium
  • Connectivity:
    • 2x HDMI 2.1
    • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
    • 1x Audio Out
  • Audio: Built-in speakers
  • Stand Adjustments: Height (5.9"), Tilt (-5° to 25°), Swivel (-20° to 20°), Pivot
  • VESA Mount: 100 x 100mm
  • Additional Features: Dynamic Frequency & Resolution (DFR), Acer Smart Dial, VisionCare, ZeroFrame Design
Warranty: 3-Year Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by jimmytx | Staff
  • About this Store:
    • Details of Costco's return policy here.
    • If you don't have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign-up here.
  • Additional Information:
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Written by Jaggsta
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Costco Wholesale has for its Members: Acer 27" Predator 4K UHD IPS 160Hz FreeSync Premium Gaming Monitor (XB273K V5bmiiprx) on sale for $199.99. Shipping is free.
  • Note: Non-Members may purchase but are subject to a 5% surcharge. This is an online only price; warehouse availability and pricing may vary.
Thanks to Community Member Jaggsta for sharing this deal.

Specs:
  • Display Size: 27"
  • Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) / 1920 x 1080 (FHD DFR Mode)
  • Panel Type: IPS
  • Refresh Rate: 160Hz (4K), 320Hz (FHD DFR Mode)
  • Response Time: Up to 0.5ms (GtG)
  • Brightness: 400 nits (HDR)
  • Color Gamut: 90% DCI-P3
  • HDR Certification: VESA DisplayHDR 400
  • Adaptive Sync: AMD FreeSync Premium
  • Connectivity:
    • 2x HDMI 2.1
    • 1x DisplayPort 1.4
    • 1x Audio Out
  • Audio: Built-in speakers
  • Stand Adjustments: Height (5.9"), Tilt (-5° to 25°), Swivel (-20° to 20°), Pivot
  • VESA Mount: 100 x 100mm
  • Additional Features: Dynamic Frequency & Resolution (DFR), Acer Smart Dial, VisionCare, ZeroFrame Design
Warranty: 3-Year Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by jimmytx | Staff
  • About this Store:
    • Details of Costco's return policy here.
    • If you don't have a Costco Warehouse Membership, you can sign-up here.
  • Additional Information:
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Written by Jaggsta

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luddite_cyborg
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It's about as cheap as 4K IPS gets. This monitor class is the sweet spot for me, 4k fast refresh at great prices (and without mini-LED, which I avoid since I prefer low minimum brightness). I don't have all the brands accurately mapped out for quality but I think Acer is towards the bottom, perhaps worse than Chinese brands (I've purchased KTC monitors with no issues, and I'm pretty sure all these cheap fast-IPS monitors have basically the same Chinese panels). Since this is from Costco you get pretty good protection though. My next step up would be the latest RGB-stripe OLED but considering the ~5x price difference and same exact refresh rate I just can't justify it (I know there are other advantages but still...)

One big disadvantage of cheap 4k IPS is that they don't come with DP 2.1 ports, and DSC with DP 1.4 takes up 2 GPU lanes, so running more than 2 monitors at full 4k/10bit/144Hz+ is difficult/impossible unless GPU comes with more than 1 HDMI port.
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4K 27" is sweet spot for me. 32" is too big
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Community Reviews

This 27 inch 4K IPS Predator stands out as a low priced fast refresh monitor for gaming and everyday use, with 160Hz and a dual mode 1080p 320Hz option. The price is framed as about as cheap as 4K IPS gets, and Costco protection adds some peace of mind. Acer is also described as looking better than some ViewSonic and MSI displays. The main drawbacks are the stand, no USB C, and no DisplayPort 2.1, which can limit full 4K high refresh setups across multiple monitors. It fits best as a compact 4K screen when desk space and port needs are simple.

Common Questions (3)

  • It has no USB-C and no DP 2.1. The display connection is DP 1.4 with DSC, which can make running more than two 4K/10-bit/high-refresh monitors from one GPU difficult.

    luddite_cyborgluddite_cyborgAnthonyA1569

  • At $199.99, it is about as cheap as 4K IPS gets and is considered a strong value for a single 4K gaming monitor. Similar monitors are often around $249 as refurbs, and Costco adds better protection.

    luddite_cyborgimgamekc

  • For some setups, 27-inch 4K is the sweet spot, especially if you want a sharp desktop and high refresh rate in a compact size. Others prefer 32-inch or larger for 4K, so the ideal size depends on viewing distance and personal preference.

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Jul 27, 2026 6:52 AM
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BlueRaccoon1085
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Jul 27, 2026 6:52 AM
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Quote from Frank_Nitty View quoted comment :
I like mostly everything a/b this monitor except the stand... It reminds me of bird feet 😂
Ditch the stand and get a wall mount if that bothers you. Saves desk space too.
Jul 27, 2026 3:35 PM
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lukersmasterJul 27, 2026 3:35 PM
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Quote from mrmochi View quoted comment :
Which viewsonic did you have?

My next monitor will definitely be OLED. Dark blacks are a big deal for me.!
It was the ViewSonic XG2401 24 Inch 1080p 1ms 144 Hz. And I am currently using an MSI 27" G274QPF 1440p IPS and Acer Nitro VG240Y Pbiip 23.8 Inches 1080p IPS.
Jul 27, 2026 3:57 PM
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mrmochiJul 27, 2026 3:57 PM
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Quote from lukersmaster View quoted comment :
It was the ViewSonic XG2401 24 Inch 1080p 1ms 144 Hz. And I am currently using an MSI 27" G274QPF 1440p IPS and Acer Nitro VG240Y Pbiip 23.8 Inches 1080p IPS.
I've got 3 x 27". ViewSonic VX2758-2KP-MHD 27 Inch Frameless WQHD 1440p 144Hz 1ms IPS Gaming Monitors. They're decent monitors. Blacks could be improved upon and the left monitor has had panel problems since year 3 of owning.

I see an upgrade in the future. I thinking OLED once prices drop further. I would love an ultrawide but I love having 3 separate monitors.
Jul 27, 2026 4:13 PM
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Frank_NittyJul 27, 2026 4:13 PM
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Quote from luddite_cyborg View quoted comment :
It's about as cheap as 4K IPS gets. This monitor class is the sweet spot for me, 4k fast refresh at great prices (and without mini-LED, which I avoid since I prefer low minimum brightness). I don't have all the brands accurately mapped out for quality but I think Acer is towards the bottom, perhaps worse than Chinese brands (I've purchased KTC monitors with no issues, and I'm pretty sure all these cheap fast-IPS monitors have basically the same Chinese panels). Since this is from Costco you get pretty good protection though. My next step up would be the latest RGB-stripe OLED but considering the ~5x price difference and same exact refresh rate I just can't justify it (I know there are other advantages but still...)One big disadvantage of cheap 4k IPS is that they don't come with DP 2.1 ports, and DSC with DP 1.4 takes up 2 GPU lanes, so running more than 2 monitors at full 4k/10bit/144Hz+ is difficult/impossible unless GPU comes with more than 1 HDMI port.
I agree w/ most of your assessment. However, I would consider Acer a step up above those monitors by Chinese brands such as KTC based on my experience using them compared to a couple Acer monitors that I currently own. I actually did a review for the KTC H27D9 27" monitor recently on YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/3Y92Y7VU914
And I also did a review for a budget 4K dual-mode monitor, the MSI MAG 275UPD around 7 months ago: https://youtu.be/pshy3fHM7wI
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Jul 27, 2026 4:19 PM
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DrSpicyJul 27, 2026 4:19 PM
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OOS online to midwest.
As of 07/27 5pm, they restocked it.
Last edited by DrSpicy July 27, 2026 at 03:14 PM.
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Jul 27, 2026 4:27 PM
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rickprime
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Jul 27, 2026 4:27 PM
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this one or the 34" Curved 1440p 240Hz VA panel they have listed for $249...?

i know most prefer ips but with better black and contrast levels I would almost think 34" curved va panel performs better and the screen tearing wouldn't be as bad with the higher refresh rates... am i wrong?
Last edited by rickprime July 27, 2026 at 09:46 AM.
Jul 27, 2026 8:41 PM
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NoSleep007Jul 27, 2026 8:41 PM
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Build quality?

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Jul 27, 2026 9:02 PM
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av911Jul 27, 2026 9:02 PM
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Quote from mrmochi View quoted comment :
Do not do it. 4K at 27" is NOT good. 3x 27" 1440p resolution is the sweet spot.

If you want 4K, do not get anything smaller than 32"
Do ^^this only if you like looking at pixels.
Jul 28, 2026 3:08 AM
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AnthonyA1569Jul 28, 2026 3:08 AM
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No usb-c
Jul 28, 2026 2:21 PM
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antaholicsJul 28, 2026 2:21 PM
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Quote from zcsrs View quoted comment :
Gamers just need one monitor, unlike coder. why "2 monitors at full 4k/10bit/144Hz+"?
Poor gamers***

Recently switched to triple monitors and it's quite nice.
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newtbosJul 31, 2026 2:11 AM
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This seems to be sold out

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