Acer predator z301ct review in Spanish (full analysis)

Acer Predator Z301CT technical features

Unboxing and design

Acer Predator Z301CT comes presented in a large cardboard box, once we open it we see that it includes two polystyrene blocks to protect the monitor and prevent it from moving during transport, it is a very delicate and fragile product so all protection is welcome.

Among its bundle we see that the power supply is external so we will have to take it into account when installing the monitor. Inside the box are HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB 3.0 cables. A VESA 100 x 100 mounting bracket is also included so we can hang it on the wall if we want.

We are already focusing on the design of the Acer Predator Z301CT monitor itself and we see that it has very tight dimensions so the manufacturer has managed to offer the user a very compact design despite its high technical specifications.

The design maintains very aggressive lines that are characteristic of the Acer Predator series and is based on black and red colors, the usual ones in the gaming world.

The monitor is built with a combination of plastic and aluminum, as we can see the edges of the screen are very small and in the case of the sides they cannot be seen when the monitor is off.

Acer Predator Z301CT mounts an advanced panel with AMVA technology for great image quality, this panel reaches 30 inches and offers 1800R curvature. The resolution is 2560 x 1080 pixels so it will be able to offer a very high image sharpness, this sharpness adds to the great fluidity provided by its 200 Hz refresh rate and the presence of a G-Sync module that will work seamlessly with Nvidia graphics cards.

It is a monitor that will offer you the best gaming experience with very natural colors typical of AMVA technology and great fluidity in scenes with more movement. The panel features are completed by 100% sRGB color coverage, 3000: 1 contrast, and maximum brightness of 300 nits.

Acer wants to take care of the eye health of its users, the Acer Predator Z301CT includes the most important technologies in this regard such as Flicker-less, BlueLightShield, ComfyView and Low-dimming that will help us better support long sessions in front of the screen.

Ergonomics is very important when it comes to spending many hours in front of the screen every day, the Acer Predator Z301CT does not neglect this aspect and includes a highly adjustable base to offer its users the best possible use experience.

This base is adjustable in height, inclination and rotation so that we can put the monitor in the way that most interests us to work. If we remove the base we have access to the mounting holes for the VESA 100 x 100 standard, remember that Acer includes a mounting bracket with these characteristics in the bundle.

The OSD controls are located in the lower right corner and are composed of a joystick along with three buttons and an on / off switch.

The truth is that the level of customization and adjustments is maximum and if we tune up well we will be facing one of the best monitors of our life.

We continue with its wide connectivity options that are made up of HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2a video inputs, a combination that will have no problem working with any current graphics card.

It also includes four USB 3.0 ports to charge our mobile devices or connect various accessories. Finally, it includes two 7W DTS Sound speakers each.

Tobii Eye and a world of possibilities

Also included is a USB HUB with Tobii Eye technology that is not included in the monitor itself, it is an eye tracking technology that will allow us to interact with the monitor and compatible games through our eyes. For them we will have to download the drivers and install them. Acer has integrated the sensor bar in the lower frame and has done it very well, as it is totally imperceptible when it is turned off and we will only notice very dim red lights when the sensors are working.

It is a technology that has considerable potential in video games, although there are still very few that offer support. For example, in shooters it allows us to aim in a very comfortable way with our gaze without having to use the mouse, this can also give us greater precision.

In the case of open world games it is also very useful, since it offers us the possibility of moving the camera just by using our gaze and without depending on the mouse. As we see, it is a technology that hides a lot of potential that can change quite the way in which we interact with games.

Final words and conclusion about Acer Predator Z301CT

Curved gaming monitors are in fashion and all manufacturers want to have their piece of the cake, Acer Predator Z301CT is one of the latest additions of this brand and comes to offer users the best features with a very daring and aggressive design. Its main strengths include a 29.5-inch panel at 2560 x 1080 pixels, a refresh rate of 200 Hz and a G-Sync module to achieve maximum smoothness in games.

To give you an idea of the performance that the monitor offers in general terms, we leave you three of the most common scenarios that may be very interesting to you.

Daily use: Although the first impression when you take it out of the box is that it is too ultra-panoramic. Once turned on you get used to it quickly and this is a very good sign for the end user. In web browsing tasks, office automation and daily use it is very good and we can not take any snag. All very pleasant over a good number of hours on our backs. Multimedia: In reproduction of multimedia content we come across a very good image quality and very vivid colors. It happens to us so much that with internal videos as on YouTube in full screen margins remain on both sides, many users will not be particularly pleased with these margins… but this particular resolution behaves like this in the face of video in multimedia content. Although in its favor we can say, that soon we get used to and enjoy the content of one of the most important platforms in the world. PC gaming: Here comes the strongest point of this monitor? Game immersion, sharp image and premium colors. Thanks to its 1800R curve our experience with the game increases considerably and it is 100% recommended at least try it once to get the idea. We have tried some of the main titles on the market: Doom 4, Overwatch, NBA 2k17 and Battlefield leaving us a great taste.

Special mention to the two 7W DTS speakers that integrates the monitor, and that is that it offers us one of the best experience in integrated speakers that we have lived. Clear, crystal clear sound that makes us rethink about not buying speakers for our games. This would imply significant savings or the possibility of acquiring better gamers headphones to make the most of our advantage over our rivals.

On Tobii Eye Tracking technology, it offers us some very sweet and sour sensations when playing some titles… but basically because it tires us too much on sight. It is a good test but for intensive use in games it still has a lot of development;-). It is currently available in the main stores in Spain for a price of 899 euros. It is a high price yes!

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But if you like the ultra-wide curved format , a good AMVA panel, and if you have an Nvidia graphics card to get the most out of G-Sync technology, the Acer Predator Z301CT is a highly recommended purchase for any enthusiastic gamer. Although for this amount we would think if we are more interested in a 4K (Each one has its pros and cons) or the next HDR monitors. What do you think about this magnificent monitor? We want to see your comments!

ADVANTAGE	DISADVANTAGES
+ PANEL QUALITY OF 10.	- SOMETHING HIGH PRICE.
+ DESIGN IS VERY CAREFUL AND IS THE BEST CURVED MONITOR WE HAVE TESTED.
+ COOLING FREQUENCY AND RESPONSE TIME.
+ G-SYNC AND TOBII EYE TRACKING.
+ REAR CONNECTIONS.
+ QUALITY OSD