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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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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.

  • The monitor can deliver 4K fast refresh at a low price point for a 4K IPS gaming class.

    luddite_cyborgimgamekc

  • The high refresh rate can work well for both productivity tasks and gaming use cases.

    luddite_cyborg

  • The stand design can be avoided by using a wall mount to save desk space.

    BlueRaccoon1085

  • A user experience suggests Acer monitors can look better than some prior ViewSonic and MSI 144Hz options.

    lukersmaster

  • The monitor lacks DP 2.1, and DSC over DP 1.4 can make multi-monitor full 4K 10-bit high refresh setups difficult.

    luddite_cyborgluddite_cyborg

  • The monitor does not include USB-C connectivity.

    AnthonyA1569

  • The 27-inch 4K resolution can be a poor fit for image quality, with 32-inch suggested as the minimum for 4K.

    mrmochi

  • The stand design may be undesirable, with some users comparing it to bird feet.

    Frank_Nitty

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Jul 26, 2026 7:59 PM
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is it a good deal?
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Quote from guest2011 View quoted comment :
is it a good deal?
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.
Last edited by luddite_cyborg July 26, 2026 at 04:24 PM.
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zcsrsJul 26, 2026 9:58 PM
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Quote from luddite_cyborg View quoted comment :
It's about as low 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.
Gamers just need one monitor, unlike coder. why "2 monitors at full 4k/10bit/144Hz+"?
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Thank you
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No......
what do you base that on?
Jul 26, 2026 10:33 PM
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imgamekcJul 26, 2026 10:33 PM
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Quote from guest2011 View quoted comment :
is it a good deal?
Its a fairly good deal .. most are $249 refurbs. This does not say its refurbhish and its around $200 for 4k and gaming single monitor wise it will be just great .

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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+"?
I like high refresh rate (at least 120Hz) even for productivity tasks and gaming monitors are just fine for my purposes (good enough color), but it's an important quirk that they don't have DP 2.1 unlike expensive OLED or dedicated productivity monitors. If someone bought ~$1000 4k monitors instead they could connect 4 directly to a modern GPU.
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sunficJul 27, 2026 2:16 AM
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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"
4K 27" is sweet spot for me. 32" is too big
Jul 27, 2026 3:33 AM
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IDGTIJul 27, 2026 3:33 AM
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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+"?
Never have I heard that before. Gamers always use two monitors one for the game and the other for anything else like YouTube/Netflix, Discord, a guide to the game, a map to the game, and the list goes on.. no real gamer alt tabs all day between windows. are there people out there that do this? sure but its common knowledge that gamers now a days have 2 monitors.

on your last point sure maybe they won't need two 4k monitors as one main strong monitor and second one will be fine as whatever.
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Frank_NittyJul 27, 2026 5:04 AM
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I like mostly everything a/b this monitor except the stand... It reminds me of bird feet 😂
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lukersmasterJul 27, 2026 5:12 AM
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I had 144hz View Sonic and MSI monitors and when I saw my friend's Acer monitor I thought it looked better than the other two I had. I then picked up an Acer monitor and it is my favorite one. I will be buying Acer monitors into the future.
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mrmochiJul 27, 2026 5:26 AM
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Quote from lukersmaster View quoted comment :
I had 144hz View Sonic and MSI monitors and when I saw my friend's Acer monitor I thought it looked better than the other two I had. I then picked up an Acer monitor and it is my favorite one. I will be buying Acer monitors into the future.
Which viewsonic did you have?

My next monitor will definitely be OLED. Dark blacks are a big deal for me.!

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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.
Are their PCs low quality too?

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