Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- KA242Y Abi
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- SKU:
- 6471521
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1051 reviews
(1,051 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Display Quality4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Features4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are positive about the KA242YAbi monitor's picture quality, price, and ease of use, frequently praising its performance and value. However, customers are negative about the lack of built-in speakers and the limited connectivity options, particularly the single HDMI port and non-adjustable stand. Some users also expressed concerns about the monitor's stand stability and screen durability. The refresh rate and color accuracy also received positive feedback.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Screen Periodically Turns Black
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The screen periodically goes black several times a day.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from TeamAcer
Posted .Dear smwhiteside,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your Acer monitor. We are sorry you are having trouble with the screen going black periodically and we want to work with you to see how we can help improve this experience. If you are in the US or Canada, please feel free to contact our support team at 866-695-2237; they are available to assist 24/7 for in-warranty products.
Regards,
Acer America
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Ok
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It’s ok..it’s lower cost so probably why it doesn’t have as many options
I would recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
If you don't like distraction, buy it...
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This monitor did not even recognize my computer's video output. Yes, I validated this finding by trying other ports and even other monitors. There was no question that it was this monitor. I returned the monitor and had the SAME PROBLEM with the next monitor (same model). This finding was again validated by switching ports and testing on a different computer and with a different monitor. There was no question that there is something intrinsically wrong with this monitor. If you like a pretty-looking monitor that will not go on, this is the monitor for you. The advantage is that you will absolutely not be distracted by social media or the internet and can go read a book, go outside and get fresh air, or do paperwork.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from TeamAcer
Posted .Dear Tanks,
We are sorry to hear you are having trouble with the video outputs on your Acer monitor and we understand this is frustrating for you. This is not the experience we want our customers to have and we would like to help you get this resolved. If you are located in the US or Canada, please feel free to contact our support team at 866-695-2237; they are available to assist 24/7 for in-warranty products.
We appreciate you taking the time to write this review.
Regards,
Acer America
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Monitor
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Brought for working out of state and one wrong move screen got scratched
I would recommend this to a friendRated 3 out of 5 stars
Average monitor at low price
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Has one HDMI input -- does alright as an external / second monitor for a laptop.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendRated 3 out of 5 stars
Monitor
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far no problems works good have not had it long enough to give a fair assessment
I would recommend this to a friendRated 3 out of 5 stars
Cheaper Elsewhere
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Found it cheaper on Acer website. Monitor works fine.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great high refresh rate gaming display
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a simple but good gaming monitor that has a great picture. For me, the colors seem right and the display is bright with minimal glare. I set this up to use with my gaming laptop and have to say it works great! The AMD FreeSync definitely is noticeable if you have a graphics card that supports it as you'll see less tearing in fast moving action in games. In FPS games this is critical and this monitor so far is a great entry level for gaming. I do wish it had more connectivity options and didn't have the VGA port but if you did have an older system that required the VGA port this would be great for that. In similar size monitors I would definite recommend this one as it's high refresh rate and response time makes a difference in gaming and video. In terms of features, there aren't many on this one but what it lacks it makes up for in terms of picture and gaming. It has the slim bezel that most high end monitors have so that's also another thing that I really like about this monitor. Overall I'd recommend it for anyone looking for a gaming monitor in this size - especially if you have a gaming laptop with an AMD Graphics card and want to dock it to a decent display for gaming!
I would recommend this to a friendRated 4 out of 5 stars
Solid Monitor But Missing Some Features
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Acer products have always seemed to me to be hit and miss. I've had products from them that are top of the line, while others that seem like knock-offs for a premium brand. This is my first time purchasing an Acer monitor though. Overall, this is a solid monitor for its price point. I like the fact that I don't need any tools to put the stand together. I also like the ease of setup being relatively plug and play. However, the "plug" was my main problem. It seems that most monitors have at least three ways to connect the display to your CPU (HDMI, VGA and USB-C). Unfortunately for me this monitor does not have a USB-C port which is what I needed to attach to my docking station. I did find an aftermarket HDMI to USB-C adapter that did the job. As for colors, contrast and brightness, this monitor does not disappoint. You will probably find that you need to turn the brightness down a tick, which is uncommon for me to do. My daughter uses this screen mainly for graphic design and drawing while it's docked with her Surface Book 3. Detailed image quality are important to her for these tasks and she loves the monitor. Overall, this monitor is solid, but with the lack of a USB-C port or at the very least a USB-C adapter included, I gave four stars. However, I would recommend this monitor to friends and family.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Color
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice Monitor
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very nice display. Deep rich colors, full HD1080p, super high 100,000,000:1 contrast ratio, 1ms response time, and 75Hz refresh rate. All these traits combined and you've got a pretty nice display here. Very bright as well, the 250 candela per square meter make this display crystal clear and works great even in well lit space. I really like the appearance of the the super slim bezel and its small footprint on the desk. This also seems extremely lightweight for its size. HDMI and VGA ports make setup quick and simple. I use this primarily as a second/larger screen with my laptop and works great every time. Very happy with it.
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Gave it away.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.You get what you pay for, no speakers. Why a minimum of fifty characters?
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from TeamAcer
Posted .Dear GaveItAway,
Acer has many different monitor models, some with or without speakers and price to meet any user's needs. If you would like, our Acer store team is always available to assist in finding a more suitable model. They can be reached at 800-910-2237, 8-5pm Central, M-F.
We appreciate you taking the time to write this review.
Regards,
Acer America
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars
HDMI is glitchy
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After the it was too late to return the monitor (day 10), it started going out when I connected to my computer. I have to unplug the HDMI cable and plug it back in. Annoying for how much I paid for this monitor and was sold on it by the Best buy staff member. Anybody want to buy a Acer monitor?
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from TeamAcer
Posted .Hello Marvin,
We are sorry to hear you are having trouble with the inputs on your Acer KA series monitor and we understand this is frustrating for you. This is not the experience we want our customers to have and we would like to help you get this resolved. If you are located in the US or Canada, please feel free to contact our support team at 866-695-2237; they are available to assist 24/7 for in-warranty products.
We appreciate you taking the time to write this review.
Regards,
Acer America
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
dont
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It is ok, not worth the price, hdmi and power connectors randomly cut out all the time if i move the monitor slightly. have tried changing the cables, its the monitor itself that has bad hardware. save yourself the trouble.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from TeamAcer
Posted .Dear Isa,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review regarding the purchase of your Acer K series monitor. We are sorry to hear that the product did not meet your expectations, and we want to work with you to see how we can help improve this experience. If you are located in the US or Canada, please feel free to contact our support team at 866-695-2237; they are available to assist 24/7 for in-warranty products.
Regards,
Acer America
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Wouldn't work with my computer
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It's a very nice monitor but even the Geek Squad couldn't figure out why it wouldn't work with my Lenovo computer. We tried many different cables, options, and ideas but none worked so I returned the monitor. I'll find one that works at another time.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from TeamAcer
Posted .Dear Stella,
We are sorry to hear that you decided to return your newly purchased Acer monitor. Our support team is always available to assist with getting your new product set up and configured, or assist with any other troubles you may experience with your purchase. If you should need assistance with an Acer product in the future, please contact our support team at 1-866-695-2237, chat or social media, and we will be glad to help.
We appreciate you taking the time to write this review.
Regards,
Acer America
- Cons mentioned:Stand
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
ok monitor
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.this is just an ok monitor. debated between a 2 and 3 star. so I will choose the better. I guess ill start with the couple good things about it. It has a great response and does not seem to have a glowing effect. I have another monitor that I can set between 1, 2, 3 and 4ms and it seems to have a glow effect if i set below 4. and last thing is that it has freesync for those who use amd graphics cards and who cant run games above 75fps. but that is about it. My son enjoys using it with first person games on his console. so its great for that as well. its in that perfect screen size range. but for me, being its only 1920x1080, i would have at least liked 120hz. i would have loved to see it with g-sync as well for nvidia cards. it lacks ports, 1 hdmi and 1 vga which is pretty much outdated these days. would love to see at least another hdmi port. it tilts but you cant lift it up or down. it also does not have much for options within the menu. i have a couple monitors now that lets you set a crosshair on, as well as has built in blue filter. this is nice as i used to use blue filter glasses but i like it much better with the monitor instead of wearing glasses. overall not to much a fan for this monitor. if you play on console and cant get more then 60 fps then its a decent choice. but if you play higher then 75 fps like with a pc, then i suggest a monitor that has higher hz to choose from.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend Rated 4 out of 5 stars
For the casual gamer
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.A fundamental thing that most gamers know is they want to minimize input lag when possible, as it could be the influence over "life and death" gaming situations. After input lag, usually for me and I would suspect for other gamers would come visual/display quality. This monitor product by Acer I think fits the bill for a lot of gamers out there, though I would say in particular this is a great product for the casual gamer who may not be too heavy into their set-up and specs, and if you play console on a desk or small space. Firstly, once plugged in and set-up, this monitor works immediately without additional set-up needed. It does come an with a HDMI cable of pretty good length and a VGA cable, too. While it can tilt vertically, it doesn't have a height adjustment. So, you may require a monitor stand depending upon your preference. The visual settings are also easy to navigate if you would like to modify those, which I was able to do for my own experience rather quickly. The picture quality is also pretty good for the price range this falls in, and the viewing angles are also pretty nice. This monitor also doesn't have speakers nor sound output, but I don't mind that at all as I usually wear headphones of some kind. While this monitor can be used for everyday use of things, I have tried this monitor out with both my PC and consoles and I would say that I enjoy the experience of using this monitor more with my consoles overall. With that said, I am a casual to moderate gamer. But for the average casual gamer or everyday PC user for tasks and business related things, this monitor does get the job done. Overall, it is a good monitor for a broad spectrum of electronic consumers, and I would recommend this product to be considered for anyone who falls into that range, or those who may want an additional visual display. Good job, Acer!
I would recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
Well it lasted 56 days…
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Well this turf lasted exactly 2 months and then died. Bright white screen. No response from any buttons. Awesome. As a former Best Buy employee all I can think to myself is…. Should of bought the warranty lol
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from TeamAcer
Posted .We are sorry to hear your Acer KA series monitor is displaying a white screen and we understand this is frustrating for you. This is not the experience we want our customers to have and we would like to help you get this resolved. If you are located in the US or Canada, please feel free to contact our support team at 866-695-2237; they are available to assist 24/7 for in-warranty products.
We appreciate you taking the time to write this review.
Regards,
Acer America
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for Gaming and Work
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This monitor is quick and easy to setup. It looks great, and is great for gaming with such a fast response time. IT also looks and works great for work. I don't have anything negative to say about this monitor. It's easy to unbox and setup, and then it just works.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
Poor shipping quality
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pulled it out the box the LCD panel was damaged and I had a 1yr warranty and they refuse to refund or replace the product
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from TeamAcer
Posted .Dear Joshua,
We are sorry to hear this. Physical damage like this is not covered under the manufacturer's warranty. However if you ordered this from Best Buy and it arrived damaged, we suggest you contact Best Buy directly to inquire about your return/swap options. Since it arrived in this condition, you should have some choices for a replacement or refund.
We appreciate you taking the time to write this review.
Regards,
Acer America
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Fast for up to 75FPS or lower gaming
|Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is an excellent monitor for gaming with 75 fps or less. I have a RTX 3080 and my card far exceeds this monitors refresh rate. The response felt instant when connected via HDMI it ran the full 75fps but that is the monitors limits. The picture quality is ok and there was minimal backlight bleeding. I think this monitors is best for users of consoles or PC gaming with say GTX1650-RTX 3050 GPU. Once you get to the RTX 2060/3060 then the card will outperform the display. This left me wanting a higher refresh rate. I did not test the VGA as I would not connect that way for gaming. HDMI is clearer and better for framerates. For the money it serves the purpose just as long as your expectations are in alignment.
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