Question on refresh rate and LCD's

[Chriz]

Ok, I currently own an analog Viewsonic VA520 LCD monitor (15 inch). I am thinking about getting the sony sdm-x73 17 inch LCD which has DVI which I would use. However, I need to be cleared up on the refresh rate thing. I always thought that the max refresh rate on the monitor always made the screen look better...at least this is the case on CRT's. However, I was told by Viewsonic that it'd be best if I run it at 60 hz, not at the max 75 hz, because 60 hz is the native refresh rate. However, when i look at monitor specs, I NEVER see a native refresh rate listed, I just see native resolution. So can someone clear this up for me? Is there a native refresh and should you not run your LCD refresh at the max rate? Also, does the same go for if you use DVI connection?

 

[kaizersose]

LCD's dont refresh (that's why they are easier on the eyes) so they wont have a native refresh rate.

 

[Chriz]

So you're saying it wouldn't matter what refresh rate you set it to, it wouldn't make a difference?

 

[NYHoustonman]

Well, for me, 75hz looks better, but offers no other gains. Use whatever is best for you.