Acer V6 UM.CV6AA.B01 19" Black 2016
The 19-inch IPS panel delivers a 1280 x 1024 resolution at 60Hz with a 5ms response time, plus a 100,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for clear office visuals. Its 250-nit brightness, tilt adjustment, and VESA 100x100 mount compatibility make it a flexible workspace addition, though connectivity is limited to HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA. This monitor suits budget-conscious office workers handling spreadsheets, documents, and web tasks, not gamers or media editors.
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Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
A 19 inch blast from the past that's fine for spreadsheets and terrible for everything else. If you need a tiny monitor, it works. If you want a good monitor, look elsewhere.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Compact 88th percentile footprint, great for tight desks 77th
- Built-in webcam and speakers, rare at this size
- IPS panel with 16.7 million colors, decent for office text
- VESA mountable and tilt adjustable
Cons
- 1280 x 1024 resolution is painfully low by modern standards
- 250 nits brightness is dim, struggles in bright rooms
- Gaming score of 16/100, this is not for games
- Only HDMI and VGA, no DisplayPort despite the spec sheet
The proof
Performance
The 5ms response time and 60Hz refresh rate are nothing to write home about, and our database puts the overall performance in the 21st percentile, which is a weak spot. What surprised us is that it has a webcam and speakers built in, which is genuinely rare on a budget panel this small. It's not going to win any speed awards, but it'll handle spreadsheets and email without falling over.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 19" |
| Resolution | 1280x1024 |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:4 |
| Curved | No |
| Screen Finish | matte |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 250 nits |
| Color Depth | 16.7 Million |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| Speakers | Yes |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Tilt | Yes |
| Swivel | No |
| Pivot | No |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 |
Features
| Webcam | Yes |
| Power | 16 |
| Weight | 3.1 kg / 6.8 lbs |
vs Competition
Stacked against something like the Dell S2725QC, this Acer looks ancient. The Dell gives you 4K resolution, USB-C connectivity, and a modern 27 inch panel. Even a budget 24 inch 1080p monitor from LG or ASUS will blow this thing away in color, brightness, and screen real estate. The only reason to pick the Acer is if you literally cannot fit anything larger on your desk.
| Spec | Acer V6 UM.CV6AA.B01 19" | LG UltraGear 27G810A-B | MSI MAG 272QPW QD-OLED X28 | ASUS ROG Strix XG27JCG | Dell S2725QC | HP OMEN 27qs G2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 19 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Resolution | 1280 x 1024 | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 | 5120 x 2880 | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS | OLED | IPS | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 | 180 | 280 | 180 | 120 | 280 |
| Response Time Ms | 5 | 1 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.30000001192092896 | 8 | 1 |
| Adaptive Sync | - | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium | G-Sync Compatible |
| Hdr | - | DisplayHDR 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 600 | HDR | VESA Certified DisplayHDR 400 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Portability | Display | Feature | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acer V6 UM.CV6AA.B01 19" | 15.8 | 76.6 | 6 | 48.3 | 47.7 | 22.4 | 43.9 | 44.6 |
| LG UltraGear 27G810A-B Compare | 94.8 | 68.1 | 88.5 | 67.8 | 90.8 | 81.8 | 98.2 | 78.1 |
| MSI MAG 272QPW QD-OLED X28 Compare | 79.6 | 57.8 | 77.4 | 67.8 | 90.8 | 99.2 | 81.4 | 94.7 |
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27JCG Compare | 93.2 | 68.1 | 99.5 | 67.8 | 90.8 | 94.4 | 81.4 | 89.4 |
| Dell S2725QC Compare | 71.8 | 76.6 | 88.5 | 67.8 | 90.8 | 44.2 | 87.7 | 98 |
| HP OMEN 27qs G2 Compare | 75.4 | 81.3 | 70.5 | 67.8 | 90.8 | 89.6 | 96.9 | 99.3 |
Price
Value & Pricing
At around $125 USD, it's not a terrible deal if you need a tiny second monitor for a point-of-sale system or a cramped workspace. But for that same money, you can often find a used 22 or 24 inch 1080p panel that will be far more useful. It's worth it only if the 5:4 form factor is exactly what you need.
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Overview
This is a relic, plain and simple. The Acer V6 is a 19 inch, 5:4 aspect ratio monitor that feels like it was pulled straight out of a 2008 office cubicle. The one thing to know? It's cheap, it's small, and it's built for one very specific job: basic office work where desk space is at a premium. Don't expect anything else from it.
Common Questions
Q: Can I use this monitor for gaming?
No. With a 16/100 gaming score, 60Hz refresh rate, and 5ms response time, you'll get motion blur and input lag. Get a 144Hz panel instead.
Q: Does it come with an HDMI cable?
The listing doesn't specify, but most budget Acer monitors ship with a VGA cable only. Plan on buying an HDMI cable separately if you need one.
Q: Is the built-in webcam any good?
It's a basic 720p webcam at best. Fine for occasional video calls, but don't expect crisp image quality. A cheap external webcam will beat it.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for a monitor to watch movies, play games, or do any kind of creative work, this isn't it. Go get a 24 inch 1080p IPS panel from LG or Dell instead. You'll get better color, more screen space, and a modern resolution for about the same price.
Verdict
Buy it if you need a tiny, cheap monitor for a legacy system or a cramped office corner. Otherwise, save your money and get a used 24 inch 1080p panel. This Acer is a niche product for a niche need, and it does that job fine, but it's not a good general-purpose monitor in 2024.
Usage Scores
- Overall29.1
- Gaming16
- Office29.2
- Creative18.1
- Portable22.5
- Professional20.4
- Entertainment16.8
