Acer presented Nitro EI491CRP with the claim "Big is better" and, in fact, once you overcome the difficulties with the bulky packaging, a truly imposing screen will stand out on your desk. Well 1198 mm wide for almost 12 kg of weight. And just a glance with the screen off will be enough to realize how immersive the gaming experience can be with a format of this type.
Nitro EI491CRP mount a 49 ”vertical alignment LCD panel. VA (Vertical Alignment) is a technology that guarantees excellent blacks at the expense of the viewing angle which, typically, for this kind of panels, undergoes variations at just 20 ° of angle. But, since it is not a "coworking screen", the problem should not arise. Indeed, Acer Nitro EI491CRP gives its best if you are alone, so that you can fully enjoy the enveloping format.
If you are worried about the loss of sharpness or details I reassure you: the resolution is DFHD (Doble Full High Definition) i.e. 3840 × 1080. Basically two 27 ”full HD monitors side by side.
The curvature on the other hand is 1800R, one of the most common, despite a not particularly thin chassis. By placing the gaming seat at the right distance (not too far), the immersion will be truly grandiose and further emphasized by the design: the monitor in fact takes advantage of a ZeroFrame frame, really thin on the sides and on the top edge. In short, the 49 "will be fully exploited!
Acer Nitro EI491CRP and AMD's Radeon FreeSync 2
Nitro EI491CRP is equipped with technology AMD Radeon FreeSync 2. What does it mean? It is a technology of adaptive synchronization which helps displays avoid errors and imperfections. These include, for example, screen tearing, i.e. the display of information from different frames on the same screen. FreeSync 2 is the latest version of the technology and adds improved support for HDR content.
As mentioned, screen tearing is an unwanted effect that makes the elements displayed on the screen appear as if they were disjoint. The cause is of course the game framerate (the rate at which frames in an image are displayed) which does not match the monitor refresh rate (the rate at which a display image is updated). FreeSync provides the display with a variable, i.e. dynamic, refresh rate thus allowing the display refresh rate to match the graphics card framerate.
In a nutshell: thanks to AMD technology the graphics are exceptionally smooth and responsive. But it doesn't stop there, because Acer Nitro EI491CRP will also give you the option to overclocking a 144 Hz, thus increasing the frames per second and consequently the quality of the images.
Non solo gaming
Acer Nitro EI491CRP was born for gamers and fully satisfies the needs of the public. But is it versatile enough for other uses? In short, it is a demanding screen, both in terms of cost and size, can you watch a movie? To work? Or, once the game screens are closed, is it still a very expensive ornament?
Versatile, definitely versatile. This is our answer. We tested it in the editorial office where "multitasking”Is an understatement. Whole days of work divided between photo and video editing, navigation, writing and of course also gaming.
Thanks to Acer Nitro EI491CRP we were able to open multiple windows, simultaneously taking notes from a video in play and without ever losing sight of the browser. Three windows open in a more than satisfactory and above all very practical way. Acer Nitro EI491CRP also provides comode funzionalità PIP (Picture in Picture) e PBP (Picture by Picture).
The menu is not particularly intuitive can be called up with the keys, but any deficiencies are compensated for by the software utility Display Widget from which it is possible to modify all the settings, which naturally include the recommended pre-sets (Action, Racing, Sports and Eco).
In the category of (bearable) defects, the energy class B must also be mentioned. A limit, moreover, in common with equal models produced by competitors.
Even the two 3W output speakers are not optimal, but those looking for an immersive gaming experience know well that the ideal solution lies in a nice pair of headphones (Don't have them? Take a look at our suggestions).
Speaking of style
The coloring is only available in an elegant matte black. The cables disappear in a convenient casing behind the screen, while on the upper part of the cylindrical vertical support a seven-color backlight system creates perfect lighting effects to create the right atmosphere.
The overall depth, including the stand, is 375mm x 172mm high. All you need is a standard-sized desk to properly accommodate Acer Nitro. Be careful though, the height is not adjustable. You can only manage the angle of inclination (-5 ° to 15 °).
Finally, I would like to point out that Acer Nitro EI491CRP has 3 HDMI inputs, 1 Display Port and a mini-jack input. Also, we have VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification. A standard that certifies HDR quality based on luminance, color gamut, bit depth, and rise time.
Acer Nitro EI491CRP: buy it or not?
Acer Nitro EI491CRP is an excellent monitor for gamers who are looking for an immersive and quality experience, without giving up a practical and versatile work platform.
The price is 999 € with free shipping (1 to 4 working days). Please, ask for delivery to the floor!
Acer Nitro EI491CRP
Pro 
- Nice design
- Huge screen
- FreeSync 2
- Perfect for multitasking
Cons 
- Height not adjustable
- Unintuitive menu
- Low-powered speakers
