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Acer Predator X32 X: One-minute review
The Acer Predator X32 X is not the first 32-inch 4K gaming monitor we’ve seen using Samsung‘s QD-OLED panel technology, but it does pack a particularly strong feature set at an awfully punchy price.
As ever, the central appeal here is a stunning 32-inch QD-OLED panel with full 4K resolution and 240Hz refresh. That means you not only have a large, cinematic viewing experience. You also get great pixel density, and therefore super-sharp visuals with oodles of detail.
This isn’t the very latest OLED technology, so there are some limitations that I’ll come to shortly, but Acer has upped the ante over some of the similarly priced competition. Retailing for $1,199.99 (about £885 / AU$1,800), the Predator X32 X has really strong supporting features, including USB-C connectivity with 65W power delivery and a KVM switch, the latter allowing you to share this monitor with two PCs or maybe a PC and a console.
Just be sure to note that we’re talking here about the Acer Predator X32 X and specifically the model with the Xbmiipphuzx suffix. It’s distinct from the mere Acer Predator X32 V2bmiiphx, which is similar, but only runs at 165Hz and doesn’t offer the USB-C and KVM switch. Oh, and also don’t confuse this with the Acer Predator X32 X3, which seems very similar but is actually based on LG‘s competing WOLED panel tech.
Yes, it’s all a bit confusing, and those alpha-numeric jumbles are a branding disgrace, but none of that prevents this monitor from going toe-to-toe with the best gaming monitors on the market right now.
Acer Predator X32 X: Price & availability
- How much does it cost? $1,199 (about £855/AU$1,800)
- When is it available? Available now
- Where can you get it? Available in the US and UK, with Australia availability TBD
At $1,199.99 in the US (about £885/AU$1,800), this isn’t the absolute cheapest 32-inch gaming monitor based on Samsung’s 4K QD-OLED panel. It’s also difficult to find in the UK right now, as some retailers like Amazon and Overclockers will have a listing for the monitor, but list it as unavailable and don’t give current pricing. I’ve reached out to Acer about the stock issues in the UK and will update this review if and when I hear back from the company.
One of the things that makes the UK stock issues frustrating, though, is that the Predator X32 X is one of the most competitive 4K QD-OLED gaming monitors out there.
Few if any comparably priced 32-inch 4K OLEDs include both USB-C with power delivery and full KVM switch capability. If you want to share this monitor across, say, a gaming PC and a laptop, that’s just perfect.
Even if you don’t, you’re paying little to nothing extra for the option to do something like that in the future. That makes this Acer a bit of a no-brainer if you’re shopping among the various 32-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor options on the market right now, like the Alienware 32 AW3225QF or MSI MAG 321UPX.
Acer Predator X32 X: Specs
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Screen size |
31.5-inch diagonal |
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Resolution |
3,840×2,160p |
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Panel technology |
Samsung QD-OLED |
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Refresh rate |
240Hz |
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Response time |
0.03ms |
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Panel curve |
1700R |
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HDR |
HDR Black 400 |
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Brightness |
250 nits full screen, 1,000 nits in a 3% window |
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Features |
HDMI 2.1 x2, DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C hub with 4x USB-A and 1x USB-C with 65W power delivery, USB-A hub, KVM switch |
Acer Predator X32 X: Features
- USB-C with power delivery
- KVM switch
Though I’ve seen plenty of best 4K monitors implement Samsung’s QD-OLED panel tech, the Acer Predator X32 X is unusual in implementing a curved panel surface. It’s fairly gentle at 1700R, but curved monitors aren’t to absolutely everyone’s taste.
For the record, it also comes with a glossy panel coating for maximum contrast. Again, there’s a degree of personal preference in the whole glossy-versus-matte thing, so whether this is a plus or a minus will depend on which side of that divide you land.
More universally welcome is the excellent connectivity. As you’d expect, there’s both HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 (two of the former, one of the latter). But the extras start with USB-C with 65W power delivery.
You can get USB-C interfaces with over 90 watts of power. But a high performance gaming laptop needs plenty more still. Few, if any, monitors can keep a true gaming laptop fully juiced. So, this Acer’s USB-C interface still delivers on the premise of single-cable connectivity for a thin-and-light portable.
To that you can add a USB-A hub and KVM switch capability. That suits the broader capabilities of this monitor pretty handily. As a 4K 32-inch monitor, it’s ideal for getting serious work done. But the 240Hz refresh and OLED panel tech are also fantastic for gaming.
With the KVM switch, you can attach both a gaming rig and, say, a work laptop, and seamlessly share a keyboard and mouse across both PCs. The Acer Predator X32 X isn’t unique in this class to offer those features. But it is one of, if not the cheapest, we’ve seen to do so, and it’s something not many of even the best monitors on the market don’t offer.
Acer Predator X32 X: Design
- Narrow bezels
- Good adjustability
- Requires a large power adapter
Design considerations are always subjective. But there’s no doubting the Acer Predator X32 X is unambiguously aimed at gamers, what with its sharp lines and RGB mood lighting. Minimalist and sleek it ain’t.
That said, the most gamery design flourishes including the RGB lighting are at the rear. The front of the monitor is relatively low key with slim bezels on all four sides of the QD-OLED panel.
Likewise, the “Predator” branding on the lower bezel is pretty small. So, it wouldn’t actually look that out of place in a work environment.
It’s also nicely engineered and has height, tilt and swivel adjustment. Overall, it feels well built and worthy of the relatively elevated price tag. Ergonomically, our only significant complaint is the massive external power brick. Integrated PSUs are just that little bit slicker and neater.
Acer Predator X32 X: Performance
- Perfect per-pixel lighting
- Incredible fluid and responsive gameplay
- Full-screen brightness can be somewhat muted
The Acer Predator X32 X doesn’t throw up any huge surprises, performance-wise. For the most part, that’s good news. I’ve seen lots of these 32-inch 4K gaming monitors using Samsung’s QD-OLED technology, and they are pretty incredible, and that’s just as true here as the rest of them.
The obvious upsides include perfect per-pixel lighting for infinite contrast and the spectacle of both very bright and very dark objects rendered with incredible precision on the screen at the same time. It’s a trick that no LCD panel, even with local dimming, can pull off. Once you’re used to the stunning HDR sizzle displays like this are capable of, it’s hard to go back to even a really good IPS monitor.
To all that, you can add the advantages of full 4K resolution. That brings a fairly high pixel density of over 140DPI and means that the non-standard triangular RGB subpixel arrangement of QD-OLED technology is no longer a problem when it comes to clear text rendering. This thing is crispy.
It’s also incredibly detailed in games. Combine the aforementioned HDR thrills with 4K image detail and precision, plus the 240Hz refresh and ridiculously fast pixel response performance of all QD-OLED panels, and, well, it’s an incredible experience. But not a perfect experience.
This isn’t the very latest OLED panel tech, so full-screen brightness is limited to 250 nits. That’s not terrible, but it does mean that brighter outdoor gaming scenes can look a little dull. This monitor only looks at its absolute best when it’s showing a mix of brighter and darker image elements. Light up the whole screen, and the panel dimming algorithms kick in and reduce overall brightness.
Of course, that’s true of all monitors based on Samsung’s QD-OLED technology, as is the slight problem with how the panel performs in bright ambient conditions. Long story short, if you use this monitor in a really bright room, the panel itself can reflect a lot of light, which impacts perceived black levels and contrast.
It won’t be a problem for most users. But it is worth bearing in mind, depending on where you’re planning to use a monitor like this.
Should you buy the Acer Predator X32 X?
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Value |
This isn’t the absolute cheapest 4K 32-inch OLED we’ve seen. But it does have the best feature set yet at this attractive price point. |
4.5 / 5 |
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Design |
The Acer Predator X32 X’s slightly gamery design vibe won’t be to all tastes. The external power brick is clumsy, too. But it’s certainly well built. |
3.5 / 5 |
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Features |
With plenty of ports, downstream USB power delivery, and KVM switching, there are a lot of things to like about this monitor besides the display itself. |
4.5 / 5 |
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Performance |
This isn’t the very latest QD-OLED technology. And some limitations remain. But the combination of HDR sizzle with 4K precision is still very special. |
4 / 5 |
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Final score |
The very latest OLED tech is slightly superior. But it hasn’t hit the 32-inch 4K segment yet and of the currently available options, this Acer might just be the best value. |
4.13 / 5 |
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How I tested the Acer Predator X32 X
I played all my favourite games on the Acer Predator X32 X. That includes everything from ray-traced graphics fests like Cyberpunk 2077 to online shooters including Counter-Strike 2.
I wanted to get a feel for everything from HDR performance, to pixel speed and responsiveness. Of course, this monitor is also great for getting serious stuff done, so I used it as my daily driver for a week, including work, web browsing and ye olde YouTube.
The QD-OLED panel tech used by Acer is familiar. I’ve reviewed at least five other 32-inch 4K monitors with the same panel, plus several with LG’s competing WOLED tech. The Acer Predator X32 X didn’t throw up any surprises. But that’s mostly a good thing because it means the competitive pricing is especially appealing when you factor in the excellent connectivity.
- Originally reviewed in September 2025
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