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The New ACER Predator X34 34-Inch G-Sync Curved Gaming Monitor
We reported about this model a couple of times already, but it now is officially announced and reelased. Acer is releasing the Predator X34. Utilizing the NVIDIA G-SYNC display technology for reducing screen tearing or display lag, this new 34-inch IPS LED-backlight monitor supports a native resolution of 3440 x 1440 pixels and provides 21:9 aspect ratio.
Actually Acer released two 34" ultra-wide gaming screens, the XR341CK and the XR341CKA. These new screens offered 34" curved format screens with a 21:9 aspect ratio and 3440 x 1440 resolution based on a LG AH-IPS panel, boosted refresh rates and a selection of advanced gaming features including AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G-sync respectively.
It has a 1000:1 contrast ratio (100 million:1 ACM), 300 cd/m2 brightness, 4ms response time and 172/178 degree viewing angles. The Predator X34 is equipped with built-in stereo speakers (7Wx2 w/ DTS Sound Audio technology) and has 1x HDMI, 1x DisplayPort and 4-port USB 3.0 hub.
The Acer Predator X34 will retail for $1,299.99 in the US.
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#5173605 Posted on: 10/16/2015 10:19 AM
I wish a monitor manufacturer would include GSync and Freesync in a single monitor - I just can't stand the thought of trying to decide one or the other monitor and then being stuck with only one option of either AMD or NVidia graphics cards forever after that...
I wish a monitor manufacturer would include GSync and Freesync in a single monitor - I just can't stand the thought of trying to decide one or the other monitor and then being stuck with only one option of either AMD or NVidia graphics cards forever after that...
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#5173609 Posted on: 10/16/2015 10:37 AM
I would've thought that it wouldn't cost a lot more for existing Gsync monitors to implement Freesync too. Also, offering both technologies would seem to be a big selling point so you have to wonder if Nvidia impose restrictions on monitor manufacturers.
I wish a monitor manufacturer would include GSync and Freesync in a single monitor - I just can't stand the thought of trying to decide one or the other monitor and then being stuck with only one option of either AMD or NVidia graphics cards forever after that...
I would've thought that it wouldn't cost a lot more for existing Gsync monitors to implement Freesync too. Also, offering both technologies would seem to be a big selling point so you have to wonder if Nvidia impose restrictions on monitor manufacturers.
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#5173614 Posted on: 10/16/2015 10:47 AM
me want
me want
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#5173624 Posted on: 10/16/2015 11:16 AM
What so good about 21:9 asspect?
What so good about 21:9 asspect?
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#5173633 Posted on: 10/16/2015 11:27 AM
Perfect for driving sims.
What so good about 21:9 asspect?
Perfect for driving sims.
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#5173642 Posted on: 10/16/2015 11:44 AM
And that's about it !
Perfect for driving sims.
And that's about it !
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#5173648 Posted on: 10/16/2015 11:53 AM
It's still not 4K +120hz so i'm still not upgrading.
It's still not 4K +120hz so i'm still not upgrading.
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#5173656 Posted on: 10/16/2015 12:25 PM
Just realised it shouldn't be called 21:9. Should be 7:3!
Just realised it shouldn't be called 21:9. Should be 7:3!
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#5173659 Posted on: 10/16/2015 12:36 PM
While Freesync implementation may not add much to price. Look at it from other side.
AMD user who can have same functionality for reduced price would have to pay premium for GSync.
Yes, there are customers who would pay 10% more to have both technologies. But best for customer would be if nV supported AdaptiveSync.
That would cost them every $ they get from GSync monitors. It would cost them long term Lock-In. As now, every GSync screen is customer who will think twice before changing teams.
I would've thought that it wouldn't cost a lot more for existing Gsync monitors to implement Freesync too. Also, offering both technologies would seem to be a big selling point so you have to wonder if Nvidia impose restrictions on monitor manufacturers.
While Freesync implementation may not add much to price. Look at it from other side.
AMD user who can have same functionality for reduced price would have to pay premium for GSync.
Yes, there are customers who would pay 10% more to have both technologies. But best for customer would be if nV supported AdaptiveSync.
That would cost them every $ they get from GSync monitors. It would cost them long term Lock-In. As now, every GSync screen is customer who will think twice before changing teams.
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#5173680 Posted on: 10/16/2015 01:21 PM
Yes, there are customers who would pay 10% more to have both technologies. But best for customer would be if nV supported AdaptiveSync.
That would cost them every $ they get from GSync monitors. It would cost them long term Lock-In. As now, every GSync screen is customer who will think twice before changing teams.
But it works the other way around too - long term lock out of NVidia future card sales if current AMD customer buys Freesync monitor...
... as now every Freesync screen is customer who will think twice before changing teams.
Just bloody annoying either way for end users...
So in the end I just buy a Freesync which can be used by any card in future in either Freesync or traditional no-sync mode.
But anyway all this is moot anyway as virtual reality headsets will be here soon and all this "gaming" monitor stuff will be going the way of the CRT...
Yes, there are customers who would pay 10% more to have both technologies. But best for customer would be if nV supported AdaptiveSync.
That would cost them every $ they get from GSync monitors. It would cost them long term Lock-In. As now, every GSync screen is customer who will think twice before changing teams.
But it works the other way around too - long term lock out of NVidia future card sales if current AMD customer buys Freesync monitor...
... as now every Freesync screen is customer who will think twice before changing teams.
Just bloody annoying either way for end users...
So in the end I just buy a Freesync which can be used by any card in future in either Freesync or traditional no-sync mode.
But anyway all this is moot anyway as virtual reality headsets will be here soon and all this "gaming" monitor stuff will be going the way of the CRT...
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#5173684 Posted on: 10/16/2015 01:36 PM
Do want
Do want
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#5173701 Posted on: 10/16/2015 02:22 PM
By the time we get there, you'll want 8k +240Hz.
It's still not 4K +120hz so i'm still not upgrading.
By the time we get there, you'll want 8k +240Hz.
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#5173732 Posted on: 10/16/2015 03:58 PM
Wow, looks incredible, but what is the refresh rate on the g-sync model? 60?100?
Wow, looks incredible, but what is the refresh rate on the g-sync model? 60?100?
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#5173736 Posted on: 10/16/2015 04:03 PM
But anyway all this is moot anyway as virtual reality headsets will be here soon and all this "gaming" monitor stuff will be going the way of the CRT...
Never going to happen, flat screen technologies were a logical progression from bulky CRT designs. A VR headset is a totally different thing, it's more of a complimentary device than a replacement.
I've next to zero interest in headsets, the same stands for a large chunk of the people I know. There's a multitude of reasons why headsets wont replace traditional screens.
1. Some people game in social situations, no I don't mean over the internet. In that scenario a screen is a necessity, unless you want to be sat in a room full of people wearing headsets. I can't say that appeals to me.
2. People with vision problems are unlikely to opt for headsets, be it due to wearing glasses or having a dominant eye, etc.
3. Comfort is a big thing for many people, a surprisingly large amount of people dislike being sat with headphones on for prolonged periods. Wearing a VR headset is going to be ten times worse for most.
I could list a few more, but honestly I think my point is made.
But anyway all this is moot anyway as virtual reality headsets will be here soon and all this "gaming" monitor stuff will be going the way of the CRT...
Never going to happen, flat screen technologies were a logical progression from bulky CRT designs. A VR headset is a totally different thing, it's more of a complimentary device than a replacement.
I've next to zero interest in headsets, the same stands for a large chunk of the people I know. There's a multitude of reasons why headsets wont replace traditional screens.
1. Some people game in social situations, no I don't mean over the internet. In that scenario a screen is a necessity, unless you want to be sat in a room full of people wearing headsets. I can't say that appeals to me.
2. People with vision problems are unlikely to opt for headsets, be it due to wearing glasses or having a dominant eye, etc.
3. Comfort is a big thing for many people, a surprisingly large amount of people dislike being sat with headphones on for prolonged periods. Wearing a VR headset is going to be ten times worse for most.
I could list a few more, but honestly I think my point is made.
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Boy, would I ever like to get my hands on one of these. My have to start saving my pennies.
It would be great if you were able to do a review Hilbert.