Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Computing
  3. News

Acer XR381CQK is a 37.5-inch QHD monitor for gamers and professionals alike

By

acer introduces xrc382cqk gaming display xr382cqk straight on header
Image used with permission by copyright holder
The verdict is in — there has never been a better time to buy a new PC monitor. Display quality and technology is better than ever, with numerous manufacturers pumping out more and more excellent options.

We highlighted some of the best displays announced at CES, and things haven’t slowed down much since. The gaming market is also being well served with a host of new monitors being announced and the latest is Acer’s XR382CQK.

Recommended Videos

The Acer XR382CQK is a 37.5-inch QHD (3,840 x 1,600) resolution monitor in the typical 16:9 ultrawide format. It’s also curved, at 2300R, and sports a ZeroFrame design that minimizes bezels to keep gamers immersed in the action. The IPS panel supports 172-degree horizontal and 178-degree vertical viewing angles, and a 100 percent sRGB color gamut.

1 of 2
acer introduces xrc382cqk gaming display xr382cqk left angle
Image used with permission by copyright holder
acer introduces xrc382cqk gaming display xr382cqk right angle
Image used with permission by copyright holder

Where Acer’s newest display is optimized for gaming is in its refresh rate and response times, which come in at 75Hz and 5ms. AMD Free Sync technology is on hand to provide smooth, stutter- and tear-free gaming when mated with AMD Radeon GPUs.

Please enable Javascript to view this content

In addition, Acer’s GameView technology allows gamers to quickly switch between customized display profiles to enable in-game tweaks and black levels can be adjusted to ensure that threats can be quickly visualized in the darkest scenes. Finally, ambient lighting effects can be customized to provide pulsing, flashing, and rippling effects.

Related

In terms of design, the XR382CQK enables ergonomic adjustments including the ability to tilt from minus-5 degrees to 35 degrees, swivel plus or minus 30 degrees, and adjust the height by up to 5.11 inches. Two integrated 7-watt speakers utilize DTS sound technology for enhanced gaming audio, and the displays offer blue light filtering, ComfyView, and low-dimming technologies to help avoid eye strain.

Connectivity is provided by HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 2.1, and USB Type-C (Gen1) with up to 5Gbps data transfer, while a USB 3.0 hub with four ports provides for additional connectivity options. A cable management system keeps everything clean and organized.

The Acer XR382CQK is available at $1,300. Acer provides a three-year parts and labor warranty, with an online community available for engaging other Acer customers.

This story was originally published in February 2017. Updated on 02-06-2016 by Mark Coppock: Corrected resolution specifications to 3,800 x 1,600.

Editors’ Recommendations

Topics
Mark Coppock
Mark Coppock
Computing Writer
Mark Coppock is a Freelance Writer at Digital Trends covering primarily laptop and other computing technologies. He has…
The Apple iPad Pro M4 is $200 off at Best Buy, and it’s incredible
Apple Pencil Pro and M4 iPad Pro.

We often see iPad deals on cheaper models, but the biggest and best? Not so much. That’s changed today, with $200 off the Apple iPad Pro 13-inch M4 at Best Buy. A true laptop replacement and a powerhouse of a tablet, it’s ideal for anyone with ambitions and high-end needs. We’re here to tell you all about it before you commit to the buy button.

Why you should buy the Apple iPad Pro 13-inch M4
Our iPad Pro review called it "the best tablet I’ve ever used." It offers a "lovely design and build" with a "sublime OLED screen," "top-notch speakers," and "surprisingly good battery life." Its "blistering performance is a huge highlight." with its M4 chip seen in the best MacBooks, so you know you're getting speed and quality.

Read more
Windows 11 may finally take iPhone collaboration to the next level
microsoft testing improvements on iphone to pc sharing connectivity phone link ios setup

Microsoft is now establishing file-sharing support between iPhones and its Windows 11 or Windows 10 PCs. Users will be able to connect the devices with the brand’s Phone Link app and Link to Windows app to enable the function. Currently, the feature is available to Windows Insiders users for testing purposes.

Microsoft has not shared other details about the iPhone to Windows file-sharing feature, just installation instructions. To use this function, you must install the previously released Phone Link for iOS app. Microsoft made the Phone Link for iOS app available last spring enabling iPhone users to receive phone calls, send and receive text messages, view notifications, and access contacts directly on Windows PCs.

Read more
This Samsung curved monitor is usually $1,100, today it’s $500
The front view of the Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 4K curved gaming monitor.

Upgrading with gaming PC deals won't matter if you're stuck with an outdated screen. You're going to want a display like the 32-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 4K curved gaming monitor, which is available in an amazing offer from Samsung. Originally $1,100, it's all the way down to just $500, following a $600 discount that more than halves its price. We're not sure how much time is remaining before this bargain ends, but we think stocks are already flying off the shelves, so you better hurry with your purchase if you don't want to miss out.

Why you should buy the 32-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 4K curved gaming monitor
Samsung is a fixture in our list of the best gaming monitors, as it keeps rolling out amazing screens like the 32-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 4K curved gaming monitor. With this display, you'll be able to fully appreciate the graphics of the best PC games, as it supports 4K Ultra HD resolution for sharp details, a 165Hz refresh rate for smooth motion, and AMD's FreeSync Premium Pro that eliminates screen tearing and stuttering.

Read more