Looking to upgrade from Dell U2212HM to a 1440p screen

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Hi guys,

As the monitor experts i'm hoping you could help me make a choice on my next monitor.

I've had my U2212HM for about 3 years now and, despite remaining extremely capable, i want something with a higher res and refresh rate.

I will be mostly doing gaming (casual FPS,RTS,RPG) and some light photo and video work (mainly Lightroom).

Ideal specs:
- 27'' 1440 @ 144Hz
- Freesync
- Prefer IPS, but TN seems to have improved leaps and bounds in the last few years
- Height/Tilt adjustable
- Would appreciate a matte screen, but haven't seen any available

Budget is £400.


The ones i'm considering:
Acer Predator XF270HU
https://www.overclockers.co.uk/acer...descreen-led-monitor-black-red-mo-095-ac.html
Great value, but a lottery due to QC issues.

Ilyama B2783QSU
https://www.overclockers.co.uk/iiya...g-widescreen-led-monitor-black-mo-124-iy.html
Price is right, but what's the TN panel like on it? Is the colour calibrated in the factory or do i need to do it?

Any other screens i should consider? Am happy to look at second hand prices.