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Gaming PC monitors provide the primary window for engagement with the world of your game. Gaming monitors have a variety of technical specifications, from refresh rates to adaptive sync rates, that you should consider if you want to choose the right one for your needs.
Adaptive Sync technologies, seen in both NVIDIA-optimized G-Sync gaming monitors and AMD-optimized FreeSync gaming monitors, alleviate screen tearing. Screen tearing is a form of visual artifacting wherein visible horizontal lines, or tears, appear onscreen, breaking up the image. Tearing often occurs when the frame rate is inconsistent or much higher than the refresh rate of the image and is the result of different parts of the display rendering different frames.
Typically, fixing screen tearing requires the application of V-Sync, a setting that forces GPU synchronization at the cost of increased input latency and more severe performance drops whenever FPS dips. FreeSync and G-Sync fix this by synchronizing the monitor with the GPU by using dedicated hardware or updated DisplayPort/HDMI implementations, which eliminates screen tearing without negatively impacting latency or performance. The framerate does still need to stay within a specified VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) range, which will vary by monitor spec. In most cases, the VRR range starts at around 40 Hz and continues to the maximum refresh offered by the monitor. Higher-end implementations may start even lower, around 20 to 30 Hz.
According to a variety of sources, including eSports professionals, LinusTechTips, and even NVIDIA, playing games at a higher refresh rate offer a tangible advantage over other players in competitive titles. Couple responsive high refresh rates with a gaming headset for an intense gaming experience.
Displays from ultra-wide monitors to the standard desktop use a 60 Hz refresh rate. While refresh rate and frame rate (FPS) aren’t the same things, they are closely related in the sense that you can’t see a visual difference when your FPS exceeds your refresh rate. For instance, 144 Hz panels will allow you to see up to 144 FPS, whereas 144 FPS on a 60 Hz panel would only be as fluid as a 60 FPS signal. 144 FPS on a 60 Hz panel will also exhibit screen tearing unless the gamer uses some implementation of V-Sync.
When buying LED gaming monitors, there are three main panel types to take into consideration: TN, IPS, and VA.
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Acer 27” 170Hz 2K Gaming Monitor 1ms AMD FreeSync Premium, WQHD (2560 x 1440), HDR Support (1 x Display Port 1.2 & 2 x HDMI 2.0 Ports) Nitro KG271U Pbiip
Benjamynk
4/9/2024 7:38:17 AM
Good monitors except for flickering off and on
“Overall i think they're great monitors if your trying to find QHD gaming monitors for a low price.”
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ASRock 27" 100Hz (Max.) IPS FHD Gaming Monitor FreeSync (AMD Adaptive Sync) 1920 x 1080 sRGB 99% Challenger CL27FF
Bryon Smith
3/28/2024 1:29:11 PM
Okay office monitor; fantastic budget gaming monitor
“Replaced my old 1440p gaming monitors my wife was using with these.”
Edward E.
2/27/2024 1:31:55 PM
Great price for a 27" 100Hz FreeSync Gaming Monitor
“I could not be more pleased with this purchase & would recommend this absolute bargain to anyone looking for a great budget 27" 1080p gaming monitor.”
Sam V
2/26/2024 7:29:45 AM
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“Great entry level gaming monitor at a low price.”
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MSI 27" 240 Hz Rapid IPS QHD Gaming Monitor G-Sync Compatible 2560 x 1440 (2K) G274QPX
Anonymous
3/15/2024 12:12:35 PM
Excellent gaming monitor
“- Excellent budget choice of gaming monitor in 2024”
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Z-EDGE UG27 27" 1080P 200Hz 1ms Curved Gaming Monitor | FreeSync | HDR10 Compatible | 350cd/m² | RGB Light | Ultra-Slim Bezel | HDMI x2 | Built-in Speakers
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3/6/2024 10:18:40 AM
Z edge UG27
“Amazing, this is the perfect gaming monitor and is totally affordable.”
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GIGABYTE - M27U - 27" IPS Gaming Monitor - UHD 3840x2160 - 160Hz - 1ms MPRT - AMD FreeSync Premium Pro - Type C KVM - HDMI, DP, Type C - Height Adjustable - Black
Anonymous
2/11/2024 11:20:43 PM
Best 4k non-oled gaming monitor
“I saw every every single 27" inch 4k gaming monitor in person, except the M27U.”