Acer HDMI Switch 2-in-1-Out, Bidirectional 4K@60Hz Video Switcher
Product description
Some HDMI setups need two sources on one display, others need to switch one source between two screens. The Acer bidirectional HDMI switch handles either arrangement, so you can choose the connection that suits your desk or entertainment setup.
A press of the switch changes the active source or display. In 1-in-2-out mode, it selects one screen at a time rather than showing the same signal on both simultaneously.
Who it’s for
This switch is useful for a workspace where two computers share one monitor, or a TV setup where you want to alternate between devices such as a streaming player and a game console. It can also route one HDMI source between two displays when you need to select which screen is active. The choice between these two setups comes down to whether you have multiple sources or multiple destinations.
It’s a great fit if you want a straightforward way to change HDMI connections without moving cables each time. Supported devices include PCs, laptops, game consoles, streaming players, TVs, monitors, and projectors. For example, connect a console and a streaming device to one TV, then press the switch to select which source to view.
Spec sheet
- Name: Acer HDMI Switch 2 in 1 Out
- Type: Bidirectional HDMI switch
- Format: 2-in-1-out or 1-in-2-out switching
- Resolution and refresh rate: 4K at 60Hz, 2K at 144Hz, and 1080p at 240Hz
- Connectivity: HDMI, optional USB-C power port
- Compatibility: PCs, laptops, game consoles, streaming media players, TVs, monitors, and projectors
- Power: Passive power from connected cables for standard setups, auxiliary power can be used for demanding consoles or long cable runs
- Color: Black
What stands out
The bidirectional design gives the switch two practical roles in one compact setup: connect two HDMI sources to a single display, or select between two displays for one source. Switching is handled with a button, making it easy to change what is connected to the active screen without relying on software or drivers.
Support for 4K at 60Hz covers detailed viewing and gaming at that format, while the listed 2K and 1080p refresh rates provide additional display modes. HDR and 3D support preserve those formats when used with compatible connected equipment. Dolby Atmos and DTS audio support, along with HDCP 2.2 compatibility, make it suitable for home viewing setups involving streaming devices and TVs.
The switch draws passive power from connected cables in standard setups. For consoles or longer cable runs that need additional signal stability, the auxiliary power cable can be used. This gives you a practical way to adapt the setup while keeping the central task simple: select the source or screen you want to use.
Is it worth it?
Choose the Acer HDMI switch when the main goal is convenient, button-based HDMI selection rather than adding simultaneous display output. Its strongest advantage is flexibility: one device can serve a two-source, one-screen setup or a one-source, two-screen setup, with the active connection selected as needed. That makes it a useful fit for shared monitors, home entertainment centers, and gaming setups where switching between compatible HDMI devices is part of everyday use.