The Acer Predator X25 bmiiprzx is an excellent gaming monitor. Unlike the larger 4k Acer Predator X27 bmiphzx, it's limited to a 1080p resolution but has an exceptionally high 360Hz refresh rate, making it well-suited for esports competitors or serious gamers who prioritize motion clarity over picture quality. It has a remarkably fast response time at both 60Hz and 360Hz, low input lag, and G-SYNC variable refresh rate (VRR). While it has a low contrast ratio, as expected of an IPS panel, the black uniformity on our unit isn't bad for an IPS monitor, although uniformity can vary. It gets quite bright in SDR, so glare shouldn't be an issue, although its HDR brightness is a bit limited, resulting in an underwhelming HDR experience, especially compared with the X27. On the upside, it has great viewing angles and good ergonomics that allow you to set the screen exactly as you like.
Our Verdict
The Acer X25 is great for mixed usage. It's bright enough for most environments and has good reflection handling to overcome glare. It excels in gaming features, with an exceptionally high refresh rate, fast response times, and low input lag. It also has an excellent SDR color gamut, which is great for multimedia and media creation. However, the 25 inch screen and 1080p resolution may not be large or sharp enough for some when it comes to watching movies or multitasking. Also, it's not quite bright enough to deliver a truly satisfying HDR experience.
- Bright enough to overcome moderate amounts of glare.
- Exceptionally high 360Hz refresh rate.
- Good ergonomics.
- Great viewing angles.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- Size and resolution are limited for multitasking.
The Acer Predator X25 is very good for office use. It's bright enough to overcome glare in most lighting conditions, and it has good ergonomics, so you can adjust it how you like, including rotating it into portrait mode. Its wide viewing angles are also good for sharing content. However, its 25 inch size and 1080p resolution result in a low pixel density, producing an image that may not be sharp enough for some.
- Bright enough to overcome moderate amounts of glare.
- Good ergonomics.
- Great viewing angles.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- Size and resolution are limited for multitasking.
The Acer X25 is excellent for gaming. It has a high 360Hz refresh rate and fast response times for exceptionally clear motion. It also has low input lag and supports G-SYNC VRR to reduce screen tearing. Unfortunately, FreeSync may not work, and some gamers may prefer a monitor with a higher resolution or larger screen.
- Bright enough to overcome moderate amounts of glare.
- Exceptionally high 360Hz refresh rate.
- Fantastic response time.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- We couldn't confirm if it supports FreeSync.
The Acer X25 is good for multimedia. It has good viewing angles, so the image stays accurate from the side, great for watching movies with friends. It also has good ergonomics, so you can set it to your ideal viewing position. Unfortunately, its smaller size and 1080p resolution may be too limited for some, and its low contrast ratio makes blacks look more like gray in the dark.
- Bright enough to overcome moderate amounts of glare.
- Good ergonomics.
- Great viewing angles.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- May not be big enough for watching movies.
The Acer Predator X25 is very good for media creation. It has an excellent SDR color gamut, though its coverage of the Adobe RGB color space may be too limited for professional photo editing. Still, it has wide viewing angles that are great for sharing content with another person, and it has good ergonomics. It also gets bright enough to overcome glare in most rooms. Unfortunately, it's limited to a 1080p resolution and has a low pixel density.
- Bright enough to overcome moderate amounts of glare.
- Good ergonomics.
- Great viewing angles.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- Size and resolution are limited for multitasking.
The Acer Predator X25 is decent for HDR gaming. Its gaming performance is amazing, with a 360Hz refresh rate and fast response time for smooth motion. It also has low input lag and VRR support. However, it can't display a wide HDR color gamut, and it doesn't get quite bright enough to make highlights pop, resulting in an underwhelming HDR experience.
- Bright enough to overcome moderate amounts of glare.
- Exceptionally high 360Hz refresh rate.
- Fantastic response time.
- Mediocre contrast ratio.
- Can't display a wide color gamut.
- Doesn't get bright enough to make HDR really pop.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 25 inch Acer Predator X25 bmiiprzx, which is the only size available. That said, it's part of the Predator lineup, which features a range of different gaming monitors, including the Acer Predator X27 bmiphzx. Some of them may be similar to the X25, although it's the only one with a 360Hz refresh rate.
If you come across a different type of panel or your Predator X25 doesn't correspond to our review, let us know and we'll update it. Note that some tests, like gray uniformity, may vary between individual units.
Our unit was manufactured in December 2020, and you can see the label here.
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The Acer Predator X25 is an excellent gaming monitor that's especially geared towards competitive esports gamers. Like the Dell Alienware AW2521H, MSI Oculux NXG253R and the ASUS ROG Swift 360Hz PG259QN, it has a 360Hz max refresh rate. However, it's very expensive for its size and resolution, so it may not be worth the price unless you need a 360Hz monitor for competitive gaming.
For other options, check out our recommendations for the best 24-25 inch monitors, the best 1080p monitors, and the best gaming monitors.
The Acer Predator X27 bmiphzx and the Acer Predator X25 bmiiprzx are part of Acer's Predator gaming lineup. However, they offer different benefits. The X27 is slightly larger and has a 4k resolution for the sharpest image, while the X25 is limited to 1080p but has a higher 360Hz refresh rate. While the 144Hz refresh rate of the X27 is still great, it has slower response times and a surprisingly high input lag for a gaming monitor. The X25 is a bit better for gaming, but if you want a sharper image and larger screen, as well as an exceptional HDR experience, the X27 is a great choice.
The ASUS TUF Gaming VG259QM and the Acer Predator X25 bmiiprzx are similar monitors. The Acer has a higher refresh rate at 360Hz, compared to the 270Hz on the ASUS. However, the ASUS has a slightly quicker response time at its max refresh rate than the Acer, but it's slower at 60Hz. The Acer supports G-SYNC natively and doesn't support FreeSync, whereas the ASUS has native FreeSync support and G-SYNC compatibility. Aside from these small differences, they're both great monitors with similar features.
The Acer Predator X25 bmiiprzx and the ASUS ROG Swift 360Hz PG259QN are very similar monitors. Each has a 25 inch screen, 1080p resolution, and 360Hz refresh rate. They're both excellent gaming monitors, especially aimed at competitive gaming. That said, the Acer has slightly faster response times at 360Hz and even more so at 60Hz. So, if you want the fastest monitor, the Acer has a slight edge.
The Acer Predator X25 bmiiprzx and the Dell Alienware AW2521H are both excellent gaming monitors geared towards competitive gamers. They both have 360Hz refresh rates and 25 inch 1080p screens, prioritizing motion clarity over resolution. In terms of performance, they are very similar. That said, the Dell has a slightly faster response time at the max 360Hz, although they're about even at 60Hz. If you're looking for a 360Hz monitor, you can't go wrong with either of these, and it may just be a matter of preference.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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