Picking a new monitor, 60Hz vs 144Hz, G-sync vs not

[JTsyo]

I'm in the market for a 24" monitor. I thought it was going to be simple and just pick something up with 1-2ms response time. But now I see there are 144Hz options and G-sync. I currently have a GTX970 and the FPS I play tend to be games like PlanetSide and BF. Do I even need to bother looking at the higher end monitors with my current video card? Or should I just pick up a sub $200, 60Hz gaming monitor?

 

[the unknown]

I just got a 24" G-Sync monitor and I have to say the fluidity is very enjoyable. I got G-Sync because I didn't want to worry about pushing 120+ frames to get a smooth picture and I do not notice any change when going from 80 to 120 fps. The cost is considerable though I got mine for $389 shipped when you can get a 1080p 144hz monitpr for 200-250.

 

[poohbear]

You're pairing a 24" sub $200 monitor with a gtx 970? I don't get it, why spend so much on a graphics card if the monitor displaying the graphics is gonna be mediocre? It's like putting a Ferrari engine in the body of a Toyota Camry. Buy a decent monitor (27" is standard these days) that can actually display the graphics prowess of a gtx 970!

Remember, that monitor is gonna far outlast your graphics card and it's the thing you're gonna be staring at constantly whenever you turn on your computer! If I was buying a new monitor I'd go IPS panel & 27" with 2560x1440 resolution with 120hz minimum (if u have 120hz no need to pay the premium for g-sync since a gtx970 isn't gonna push beyond 120fps @ 1440p in modern games. Tearing occurs when your graphics card is pushing more FPS than the hz of your monitor. With the bar set high @ 120-144hz, u won't have to worry about tearing).

2 parts I never skimp on: Monitor & PSU. Both will remain through numerous system upgrades & will last me 5-7 years easy before upgrading them. Save your self the hassle & get the right one from the beginning.

 

[Termie]

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If I was buying a new monitor I'd go IPS panel & 27" with 2560x1440 resolution with 120hz minimum (if u have 120hz no need to pay the premium for g-sync since a gtx970 isn't gonna push beyond 120fps @ 1440p in modern games. Tearing occurs when your graphics card is pushing more FPS than the hz of your monitor. With the bar set high @ 120-144hz, u won't have to worry about tearing).

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You've just increased the OP's budget from $200 to $600. I doubt he wants to do that.

OP - there's no reason to buy a 24" 60Hz monitor at this point if your main purpose is to improve the gaming experience. Lag time is inconsequential next to high refresh rates. Your GTX 970 can push pretty high framerates at 1080p, which is why you can get away with a standard 144Hz monitor in 120Hz mode. You'll be very close to maintaining that framerate.

But as mentioned in a previous post, getting a G-Sync monitor means you don't have to worry about maintaining that 120Hz to get the same overall experience. Perhaps there are newer games you're considering buying that will not be so easy on your GTX 970. That's where the fluidity of G-Sync running at 80-90Hz comes into play. Yes, it costs about $100 more than a standard 144Hz monitor, but it will save you at least one GPU upgrade. It pays for itself right there.

 

[JTsyo]

hmm I didn't realize the G-Sync would be intended for frame rates under 120Hz. I don't need a 27", I sit way too close for that. I don't see anything with G-Sync for under $300.

 

[Termie]

hmm I didn't realize the G-Sync would be intended for frame rates under 120Hz. I don't need a 27", I sit way too close for that. I don't see anything with G-Sync for under $300.

For gaming, a G-Sync monitor at $300 is a much, much better purchase than a $200 60Hz monitor. They aren't even in the same ballpark.

 

[poohbear]

hmm I didn't realize the G-Sync would be intended for frame rates under 120Hz. I don't need a 27", I sit way too close for that. I don't see anything with G-Sync for under $300.

We all sit the same distance from the monitor. 27" @ 1440p is the sweet spot. U'll never go back after u try it & wonder how u managed without it!

 

[ShintaiDK]

We all sit the same distance from the monitor. 27" @ 1440p is the sweet spot. U'll never go back after u try it & wonder how u managed without it!

^^ Agree.

 

[JTsyo]

I see AOC has one for $350. Here's hoping it drops below $300 during the holidays.

 

[JTsyo]

Picked up the monitor for $325. I'll post back after it arrives.

 

[billybbad]

I'm wanting to buy a 24 inch monitor but unsure if the purchase will return my investment of $300.00. My alienware laptop has a 675 nvidia card and 3d but if i can only run at 60hz on the laptop, what will be the need to spend on a 144hz monitor? The laptop has hdmi out but I have heard that hdmi will only transmit 60hz. I can change my settings to 120hz in my settings but if I only can transmit 60hz thru hdmi what will be the result of spending for a new kick ass monitor?

 

[MagickMan]

I'd take a 60Hz G-Sync over a 144Hz non-G any day.

 

[Mondozei]

Easily the high refresh rate monitor. The difference is amazing. G-Sync is meh. I'm using a G-sync enabled monitor right now and I find myself appreciating ULMB more.

 

[billybbad]

Ok, I get that you really dig the g sync way. But still, what should be the reason to go for the big buck monitor unless my machine will use it's features? will I get the full resources?

 

[JTsyo]

G-sync is only through DisplayPort. The AOC one I got only has a DisplayPort option, no HDMI or DVI.

The monitor looks good but I can't notice G-SYNC going into effect, I think my GTX 970 might be too steady in playing SW:BF and Planetside 2. Not a fan of the green line through the front of the panel though.