I tested one of the cheapest smart monitors on the market - now I recommend it to everyone

• Acer's Nitro GA271U P smart display is available now for $299.
• It's a solid budget smart monitor with a matte, 27-inch IPS WQHD display and 180Hz refresh rate.
• However, the speakers leave much to be desired.

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When Acer entered the smart monitor market with the Nitro GA271U P smart display, it took aim at competitors like Samsung, LG, and Asus with a comparable but more affordable option starting at $299. Available in black or white colorways, the Nitro GA271U P is a solid budget smart monitor for students, gamers, or anyone with limited space.

The more accessible price couldn't be more relevant now -- in the face of market uncertainty and the threat of increased prices on consumer goods. I recently went hands-on with it by setting it up in my home ...