Acer Predator Z35P Bmiphz  Monitor Review

Reviewed Nov 06, 2018 at 08:02am
Tested using Methodology v1.0 
Acer Predator Z35P Bmiphz

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The Acer Predator Z35P Bmiphz is a good ultrawide VA monitor with great gaming features, including a fast refresh rate and support for NVIDIA G-SYNC. It has excellent low input lag and a fast response time, great for gaming. The large, high-resolution screen is great for multitasking, and it provides a more immersive gaming experience. Unfortunately, it doesn't have the wide viewing angles found on IPS monitors, and it doesn't look great in a dark room due to the poor black uniformity.

Our Verdict

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The Acer Predator Z35P is a good monitor for most uses. The large, high-resolution screen is great for gaming and multimedia, and it makes it easy to multitask. It has a fast response time, so motion in movies and games looks clear with little blur. Unfortunately, it doesn't support HDR, and the Adobe RGB coverage is less than ideal for professional use.

Pros
  • Low input lag
  • Great gaming features, including NVIDIA G-SYNC support
  • Great screen real-estate, perfect for multitasking
Cons
  • Disappointing viewing angles
  • Poor black uniformity
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The Acer Predator Z35P is a good monitor for office use. The large, high-resolution screen is wonderful for multitasking. It has a good stand that can easily be adjusted for the most optimal viewing position. It has great reflections handling and decent peak brightness, so there shouldn't be many issues using it in a medium-lit office, but it can't overcome glare in a bright room.

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Gaming 

The Acer Predator Z35P is great for gaming. It has very low input lag and a fast response time, and it supports NVIDIA G-SYNC for a tear-free gaming experience. The high resolution, 35" curved screen delivers a more immersive gaming experience than with smaller monitors. The default 100 Hz refresh rate is great for gaming, and it can be overclocked to 120 Hz directly from the OSD, which is great.

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Multimedia 

Decent monitor for multimedia. It has a fast response time, so fast motion looks clear with little blur. The large screen is great for watching movies, but unfortunately, the mediocre viewing angles limit how many people can watch it at once. It has a good contrast ratio, so blacks look black in a dark room, but it has poor black uniformity.

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Media Creation 

Decent monitor for media creation. The large, high-resolution screen allows you to see more of your project without zooming out. Unfortunately, the curved screen causes minor image distortion, and the Adobe RGB coverage isn't ideal for professional photo or video editing.

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HDR Gaming 

The Acer Predator Z35P does not support HDR. For a good HDR monitor, check out the Samsung CHG70.

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  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Nov 06, 2018: Review published.
    2.  Updated Nov 04, 2018: Early access published.
    3.  Updated Nov 02, 2018: Our testers have started testing this product.
    4.  Updated Nov 02, 2018: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.

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    Differences Between Sizes And Variants

    We tested the Acer Predator Z35P bmiphz. There are other models in the Predator family of gaming monitors, but they have different specifications and do not perform the same.

    The Acer Predator Z35P we reviewed should not be confused with the Z35. The Z35 has a lower native resolution, but a higher native refresh rate.

    If someone comes across a different type of panel or if their Z35P doesn't correspond to our review, let us know and we will update the review. Note that some tests such as the gray uniformity may vary between individual units.

    Model Size Resolution Refresh Rate Notes
    X35 bmiphzx 35" 3440x1440 (QHD) 144 Hz 2000R Curved, G-SYNC, VA, HDR
    X34 bmiphz 34" 3440x1440 (QHD) 100 Hz 3800R Curved, G-SYNC, IPS
    X27 bmiphzx 27" 3840x2160 (UHD) 120 Hz G-SYNC, IPS, HDR
    Z35P Bmiphz 35" 3440x1440 (QHD) 100 Hz 1800R Curved, G-SYNC, VA
    Z35 bmiphz 35" 2560x1080 144 Hz 1800R Curved, G-SYNC, VA

    The Acer Z35P we reviewed was manufactured in December 2017.

    Popular Monitor Comparisons

    Comparison picture

    Left:  ASUS PG348Q. Middle: Acer Predator Z35P. Right: Dell U3818DW.
    Unlike our other photographs, this picture wasn't taken under a controlled environment, so do not draw conclusions from it.

    The Acer Predator Z35P is a good monitor for most uses, and it delivers a great gaming experience.

    See our recommendations for the best ultrawide gaming monitors, the best 1440p gaming monitors, and the best 4k gaming monitors.

    ASUS ROG Swift PG348Q

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    The ASUS ROG Swift PG348Q and the Acer Predator Z35P Bmiphz are very similar overall. The Z35P has a higher native refresh rate, but the PG348Q can be easily overclocked to 100Hz. The PG348Q also has better wide viewing angles, great for sharing your screen with other people.

    Samsung CHG70

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    The Samsung CHG70 is better than the Acer Predator Z35P Bmiphz for most uses. The CHG70 has a faster refresh rate and faster response time, so motion has less blur trail. The Z35P has a higher resolution, larger screen, better for multitasking and office work. The CHG70 supports HDR, and FreeSync VRR, great for Xbox One S/X owners or if you have an AMD graphics card. The Z35P supports G-SYNC VRR, great if you have an NVIDIA graphics card.

    Dell Alienware AW3418DW

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    The Dell Alienware AW3418DW is a bit better than the Acer Predator Z35P Bmiphz. The Acer has slightly better dark room performance, but the Dell looks better when viewed at an angle. The Dell also has a faster response time, so fast-moving objects have less blur trail behind them.

    Dell U3818DW

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    The Dell U3818DW is better than the Acer Predator Z35P Bmiphz for most uses, unless you are looking for an ultrawide gaming monitor. The Dell U3818DW has a higher native resolution and larger screen, great for multitasking, and the image remains accurate when viewed at an angle. The Dell is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate that may be disappointing to some gamers. The Z35P has a higher native refresh rate, and it supports NVIDIA G-SYNC VRR for a tear-free gaming experience.

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    Height Adjustment
    LockedLock" (Lock cm)
    Switch portrait/landscapeLockedLocked
    Swivel RangeLockedLocked
    Tilt RangeLockedLocked

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    Back
    Wall MountLockedLocked

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    Borders
    LockedLock" (Lock cm)

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    Thickness
    Thickness (with stand)
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    Picture Quality
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    Contrast
    LCD Type
    LockedVA
    Native Contrast
    LockedLock : 1
    Contrast with local dimming
    LockedN/A

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    LockedLocked
    Backlight
    LockedLocked

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    SDR Peak Brightness
    SDR Real Scene
    LockedLock cd/m²
    SDR Peak 2% Window
    LockedLock cd/m²
    SDR Peak 10% Window
    LockedLock cd/m²
    SDR Peak 25% Window
    LockedLock cd/m²
    SDR Peak 50% Window
    LockedLock cd/m²
    SDR Peak 100% Window
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    SDR Sustained 2% Window
    LockedLock cd/m²
    SDR Sustained 10% Window
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    SDR Sustained 25% Window
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    SDR Sustained 50% Window
    LockedLock cd/m²
    SDR Sustained 100% Window
    LockedLock cd/m²
    SDR ABL
    LockedLock

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    HDR Peak Brightness
    HDR Real Scene
    LockedN/A
    HDR Peak 2% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR Peak 10% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR Peak 25% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR Peak 50% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR Peak 100% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR Sustained 2% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR Sustained 10% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR Sustained 25% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR Sustained 50% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR Sustained 100% Window
    LockedN/A
    HDR ABL
    LockedN/A

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    Brightness from Right
    LockedLock°
    Black Level from Left
    LockedLock°
    Black Level from Right
    LockedLock°
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    Black Level from Above
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    Gray Uniformity
    50% Std. Dev.
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    Black Uniformity
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    LockedLock%
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    LockedN/A

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    Pre Calibration
    Picture Mode
    LockedLocked
    Luminance
    LockedLock cd/m²
    Luminance Settings
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    Contrast Setting
    LockedLock
    RGB controls
    LockedLocked
    Color Temperature
    LockedLock K
    White Balance dE
    LockedLock
    Color dE
    LockedLock
    Gamma
    LockedLock

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    Post Calibration
    Picture Mode
    LockedLocked
    Luminance
    LockedLock cd/m²
    Luminance Settings
    LockedLock
    Contrast Setting
    LockedLock
    RGB Controls
    LockedLocked
    Color Temperature
    LockedLock K
    White Balance dE
    LockedLock
    Color dE
    LockedLock
    Gamma
    LockedLock

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    sRGB xy
    LockedLock%
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    SDR Color Volume
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    LockedLock%
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    HDR Color Gamut
    Wide Color Gamut
    LockedLocked
    DCI P3 xy
    LockedN/A
    Rec. 2020 xy
    LockedN/A

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    HDR Color Volume
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    LockedN/A
    Rec. 2020 in ICtCp
    LockedN/A

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    Image Retention
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    LockedLock%
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    LockedLock%
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    LockedLock%
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    Gradient
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    LockedLock Bit

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    0.0
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    LockedLock%
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    0.0
    Reflections

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    Motion
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    Motion Blur
    80% Response Time
    LockedLock ms
    100% Response Time
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    Best Overdrive Setting
    LockedLocked

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    Image Flicker
    Flicker-freeLockedLocked
    PWM Dimming Frequency
    LockedLocked
    Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    LockedLocked
    BFI Maximum Frequency
    LockedN/A
    BFI Minimum Frequency
    LockedN/A

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    0.0
    Refresh Rate
    Variable Refresh Rate
    LockedG-Sync
    Native Refresh Rate
    Locked100 Hz
    Factory Overclock
    LockedLock Hz
    Variable Refresh Rate
    LockedLocked
    G-SYNC Compatible
    LockedLocked
    VRR Maximum
    LockedLock Hz
    VRR Minimum
    LockedLocked
    VRR Maximum With OC
    LockedLock Hz
    VRR Supported ConnectorsLockedLocked

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    Inputs
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    Input Lag
    Native Resolution
    LockedLock ms
    Non-Native Res @ Native Refresh
    LockedN/A
    Native Resolution @ 60 Hz
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    Variable Refresh Rate
    LockedLock ms
    10 bit HDR
    LockedN/A
    Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    LockedN/A

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    Resolution and Size
    Native ResolutionLocked3440 x 1440
    Aspect RatioLockedLocked
    MegapixelsLockedLock MP
    Pixel DensityLockedLock PPI
    Screen DiagonalLockedLock"
    Screen AreaLockedLock in²

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    Inputs

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    Total Inputs
    DisplayPortLockedLocked
    Mini DisplayPortLockedLocked
    HDMILockedLocked
    DVILockedLocked
    VGALockedLocked
    DisplayPort OutLockedLocked
    USBLockedLocked
    USB CLockedLocked
    Analog Audio Out 3.5mmLockedLocked
    Microphone In 3.5mmLockedLocked
    Digital Optical Audio OutLockedLocked
    Analog Audio Out RCALockedLocked
    Power SupplyLockedLocked

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    Features
    Additional Features
    Speakers
    LockedLocked
    HDR10LockedLocked
    Multiple input display
    LockedLocked

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