Cant afford G-Sync. What's the cheaper alternative?(nVidia)

[ibex333]

For nVidia only, what's the next cheaper alternative if I cannot afford G-Sync?

Should I go for 144Hz? 1ms response? Both?

AMD is not an option for me, due to mining driven prices and lack of PhysX.

I am looking at 1080p only, since I cannot justify the cost of 1440p/4k ready cards.

I am NOT a competitive, hard core gamer, yet, I want to get something that would remain relevant for a few years.

Thanks!

 

[Elfear]

With the stated criteria, I would pick up a 24" 1080p 144hz monitor with strobing. Something like this. I've had that exact monitor for 4-5yrs now and the strobing effect was glorious to behold coming from a regular 60hz LCD.

 

[Flapdrol1337]

The alternative for gsync / freesync is tearing, stutter or input lag.

High refresh screen should mitigate it.

 

[Headfoot]

GPU Physx practically doesn't even exist anymore...