Acer Predator XB27OU monitor price hits $329.99 at Best Buy
The retailer reduced the cost of the 240Hz QD-OLED display by $50 on October 23, offering a lower entry point for players upgrading from IPS panels.
By Megan Greco ·
Best Buy reduced the price of the Acer Predator XB27OU by $50 on October 23, 2026. The 27-inch gaming monitor now costs $329.99. This discount targets consumers looking to replace older IPS displays with OLED technology at a lower price point.
The device features a 26.5-inch QD-OLED panel. It displays images at a maximum resolution of 2,560 by 1,440 pixels, a specification often referred to as QHD or 2K. Tom’s Hardware notes that this resolution allows mid-range graphics cards to maintain stable frame rates without excessive strain.
Speed defines the hardware's primary performance. The screen refreshes at 240Hz and records a gray-to-gray response time of 0.03 milliseconds. OLED technology enables this rapid pixel transition, which prevents the ghosting artifacts common on slower monitors. The result is smoother motion during fast-paced gameplay.
The display includes full support for AMD FreeSync Premium. This technology synchronizes the monitor's refresh rate with the frame rate output by the game. The process eliminates screen tearing, a visual glitch that occurs when the two rates do not match.
Color accuracy represents the second major technical advantage of the QD-OLED panel. The XB27OU covers 99% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. It maintains a Delta E accuracy value below 2. The screen also supports HDR10, a 10-bit standard that enhances contrast, depth, and brightness relative to standard dynamic range displays.
Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports and one DisplayPort 1.4 port. These inputs allow users to connect a gaming PC and two consoles simultaneously. The price cut brings this specific configuration to the $329.99 mark at Best Buy.
Tom’s Hardware describes the discount as a viable opportunity to integrate current display technology into a home setup. The reduced cost lowers the financial barrier for buyers seeking improved visual fidelity and high refresh rates.
Source: Tom's Hardware
