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  1. chimpfish

    Question Monitor issues at 120hz and 144hz. Vertical lines at bottom of the screen

    Hi, I'm having issues with the refresh rate on my AOC 27G2G4 monitor. Basically at 120hz and 144hz I get lines across the bottom of the screen, but I don't get them when I lower the refresh rate to 100hz or below. My graphics card is a Geforce 1070 8GB. At one stage at 120hz the lines would...
  2. Five_fat_Kids

    Question 240hz Monitor only displaying 120?

    So I recently just ordered the AOC C27G2ZE, It goes up to 240hz and I have it plugged in via display port to my pc. In my nvidia control panel It only gives me the option to go up to 120hz. I decided to make a forum because I cannot find out anywhere else online if my components are compatible...
  3. Z

    Question Refresh Rate Resetting

    I'm on Windows 7 (ready to be bullied) and whenever I try to change my refresh rate to anything 75hz and above it just resets back to 59hz, it sucks since im used to 144hz and it just started doing this. i have a msi optix mag241cp monitor that supports 144hz
  4. A

    Question Pixel line issue appears when refresh-rate is set higher than 144hz ?

    Hello! I have an issue with my monitor, which is a very annoying one. I have investigated it a lot, but still do not understand why it is occurring. The problem is that I am getting a pixel line issue horizontally at a fixed y-position on my monitor (see the pictures), but it only appears...
  5. Kadoryan

    Question How do I change my Hz?

    I'm trying to play skyrim on my alienware gaming laptop but its impossible to play when your Hz is above 60, when I try to change it to 60 I only have the option of 144 Hz. Is there a way to get it back to 60?
  6. E

    Question Why i cant run 4k 60 hertz on my display through USB type c?

    Why I cant run 4k 60 hertz on my display through my USB type c port? I am limited to 4k @30hz(2k @60hz 1k @60hz) -through HDMI it works just fine though(4k @60hz)!- I have" LCD monitor with USB-C Dock 279C9/00 | Philips " including "Dell Vostro 5402 · i5-1135G7 · Xe Graphics G7 80 EU · 14.0”...
  7. I

    Question Having issues with ASUS vg279q1a monitor

    Hello, I'm the owner of a somewhat newly acquired ASUS monitor. I have had the monitor for about three, four months now, and as of recently I've begun to have issues where the monitor does not display properly at any refresh rate higher than 120hz (see attached image 1). From what I can tell, it...
  8. MGA123321

    [SOLVED] Aorus FI27Q Displayport to HDMI cable, what to buy for it to work properly HELP

    Hello, So I got this [Aorus FI27Q ], and my laptop has an 1660ti which has only an HDMI port as output but the monitor to do 165hz and use nvidia G Sync feature it needs to connect via the displayport not the HDMI. Issue is i dont know if any displayport to hdmi cable will work, cuz i bought...
  9. ethan206

    Question Games locked at 60FPS on 144Hz display ?

    Hi, I recently just purchased a Razer Blade 14 2021 (RTX 3060 Base Model) and I noticed that it runs at 144Hz, but in games, it's capped at 60. Like, whenever I enter a game, it automatically goes into Windows settings and changes the display refresh rate from 144 to 60 and doesn't change back...
  10. Z

    [SOLVED] 1080p 144hz or 1440p 60hz or both for dual monitors?

    I'm going into CS for university and wanted to set up dual monitors, but I'm having trouble finding the right pair. Some stuff to let you guys know: I'm planning on playing games that range from intensive games like Warzone to light games like Valorant. Also, with the expensive GPU's because of...
  11. Iver Hicarte

    [SOLVED] How to Take Advantage of your Monitor's Refresh Rate?

    If I have a 144hz refresh rate monitor, does it mean that I need to output 144 FPS in all of the games that I play in order to fully utilize and take advantage of the 144hz refresh rate? If the FPS I'm getting in all of my games are below 144 FPS does that mean that I am not able to take...
  12. Chris_264

    [SOLVED] 2070 super, displayport to DVI, no 144hz???

    My monitor doesn't have displayport, but my new 2070 doesn't support DVI-D. went out and purchased a tripp-lite DP to DVI adapter, which worked just fine for 1080p@60hz. Reinstalled drivers, still couldn't find 144hz in display settings. Went into nvidia control panel to set a custom...
  13. marvelflash

    [SOLVED] MSI G271 monitor support for 144hz over laptop HDMI ?

    Hi guys! I apologise for asking a basic question, but I couldn't find a definitive answer anywhere and hence asking it on this forum. I have an Asus ROG Strix G531 with a HDMI port version 2.0b. The monitor I'm looking to buy is the MSI optix G271 and this has a HDMI 1.4b. The idea is to hookup...
  14. Onl1X1

    Question The monitor does not turn on if the refresh rate is greater than 60hz ?

    I have two monitors( Philips 226V - 60hz and Acer vg242yp -165hz). If I shut down the computer when my main monitor's refresh rate is above 60hz it won't turn on (shows no signal sign). If I unplug the second monitor, the main works fine doesn't have a problem with the refresh rate. I have RX...
  15. EnitLee

    [SOLVED] The 144Hz option doesn't show up for my 144Hz Monitor

    So I have an Acer Nitro VG271u monitor, which is 144Hz. I have successfully used 144Hz in the past with the cable I am currently using. However, at some point it reverted back to 60Hz. Now, when I got to the advanced display settings in Windows 10 or the Nvidia Control Panel, the only option for...
  16. lorenzoenzo

    Question Primary monitor sometimes @60hz instead of 240hz after reboot & secondary monitor disabled?

    Hi, so I did a clean install of windows about a month ago and kinda since then am experiencing the issue that after starting my pc (not every time but often) my primary 240hz monitor sits at 60hz and my secondary monitor is disabled. So everytime I experience this bug I have to go to windows...
  17. T

    Question Quick Question about VRR

    With my new GPU I'm trying to get VRR to work. I've been having issues where at random my screen goes black for a second or two and then goes back to normal. I'm also experiencing some minor flickering of the screen. This only happens when I turn VRR on in my AMD options. M<y monitor is fully...
  18. KaylaJane

    [SOLVED] Help understanding the limits of my screens resolution

    Hello to everyone, I hope you are all well, free from any strong consequence from this pandemics situation. I have a second screen which is a SHARP TV MODEL LC-60UQ17U, Which if I understand correctly withstands 4K resolution @120-240Hz, as I can see this on the menu: Connected to it, I...
  19. D

    Question LG Gram 14 2-in-1 Stuck on 30 Hz

    I recently purchased a LG Gram 14 from Costco, I am connecting it to LG CX (ultra color on) using the hub linked below. When ever I do the HDR will enable but the refresh will not go above 30 hz. The Inten UHD Graphics supports the 60 Hz as does the hub. I can not for the life of me figure out...
  20. stefanen_dev

    [SOLVED] Samsung LC24F390FHUXEN refresh rate to 72hz?

    Hello, I have a Samsung Curved Monitor (LC24F390FHUXEN) which in the store details says it's refresh rate is 60hz. Howewer, in Advanced display settings it says that the maximum refresh rate is 72hz. What do you think, is 72hz a good value? Is it considered a overclock or not?
  21. H

    Question Resolution keeps opening in 1280x720 instead of 1920x1080 & causing refresh rate issues

    Hi folks, this is my first post on this site which I hope is okay. I'm hopeful someone can help as I am not able to figure out why this issue is happening. Yesterday I started getting a very odd issue with my monitor. Whenever I booted up my PC, the resolution kept going into 1280x720 instead...
  22. E

    [SOLVED] Confusing TV refresh rate at 4k

    So I have a 50in 4k TV and a 27in 1440p monitor connected to a Dell optiplex 3040 running Windows 10 ( I am using it to stream games from my gaming PC) I am able to run the monitor at 60hz 1440p but when I use the TV at anything above 1080p I only get 30hz, now its important to know that my...
  23. T

    [SOLVED] iiyama Black Hawk stuck at 60Hz

    My iiyama Black Hawk is stuck at 60Hz and I can't figure out how to change it to 75Hz. Does anyone know how to fix it? Thanks in advance.
  24. M

    Question Can a graphics card affect the hz of a high hz gaming monitor (144hz, etc.)?

    I recently got a new gaming monitor in which the hz would drop to levels of around ~70 at times while playing games. The monitor has G-Sync built in (not the compatible version) and my graphics card can be seen here. From searching online, it seems that everyone points to the idea that the...
  25. C

    [SOLVED] Upgrading my current PC to handle 120+ fps

    Hi All, My current monitor has died which is a dell u2414h 24 inch 60hz monitor. I am going to buy the Dell S3220 32 inch 166 hz monitor. The question is with my current specs will I need to upgrade my parts? I play FPS games and would like to see smoother results. With low settings on...
  26. M

    [SOLVED] (HELP) Refresh rate dropping lower than fps on games

    Hello, I recently bought the Acer XB241H Predator. I'm noticing that for some reason, the refresh rate seem to dip to ~70 at times while a game will be running at a stable 130fps. It is currently connected with the stock DisplayPort cable that came with the monitor, with g-sync enabled. Is...
  27. Alstromeria

    [SOLVED] how to make laptop monitor stay at 120hz?

    how do i make my laptop monitor permanently stay at 120hz? i find it annoying to always change it on the display settings. every time i open my laptop it always goes back to 60hz. help pls. i have a asus vivobook 15
  28. W

    [SOLVED] What's the catch with the VG240YS?

    I was looking to buy a 144hz monitor, and decided upon the Acer Nitro VG240Y. Only problem is that it's out of stock and I don't know until when. Then I stumbled upon this one! The Acer Nitro VG240YS. It is cheaper, as well as higher refresh rate, so am I missing something that makes it this...
  29. S

    Question How to purposely have the "Generic Non PnP Monitor" on the display settings again?

    Okay so, my little cousin was playing near the outlet that has the monitor's plug on it, when he accidentally touched the plug with his knee my monitor turned off, which is something normal for me because the outlet that my monitor is plugged into is sensitive but in order to have my monitor...
  30. Theodwros Tenizis

    Question Refresh rate on multiple monitors

    Hey everyone, Who can explain me how the refresh rate works with different monitors? Lets say the main monitor is a 144hz, seconday 100hz and a third one 60hz. What will the refresh rate be while browsing and what while gaming? Thank you!
  31. D

    [SOLVED] Framerates, Monitors, Pixel Density

    Will an RTX 2070 get the same frame rates on a 27" 1440p 144hz screen as it would get on a 32" 1440p 144hz screen, just with less pixel density? or does the increased real estate of screen surface area (+5") cost me some framerates? Hypothetically speaking, other than size, they are identical...
  32. D

    Question Nvidia Control panel resolution won't allow 144hz

    I have an Asus VG248QE and it supports 144hz. I plugged my monitor with a DisplayPort cable 1.2 and when I entered Nvidia control panel->Change Resolution->2.Resolution that I have two options. There is a tab called Ultra HD,HD,SD and displays:"1080p,1920x1080(native)" which I know but it won't...
  33. Y

    Question Animations are noot smooth on high refresh rate monitor

    Hello everyone, I've owned a 240Hz monitor (AW2518HF) for a while now, and I still love it. Recently I decided to see what the difference between 144Hz and 240Hz looked like. After concluding that you can actually feel a pretty big difference in windows and games and can also see a difference...
  34. JerrWolf

    [SOLVED] A few questions about Refresh Rate, Frame Rate, and Gsync.

    Hello everyone. I hope everyone is doing well in the times we're currently in. Before the questions I'll post my computer specs and the games I play. CPU: Intel i7 4790k (not overclocked) GPU: Asus Strix 980ti (not overclocked) RAM: 16GB 1333hz DDR3 (forgot the rest) Monitor: Dell S2417DG...
  35. G

    [SOLVED] Asus tuf A15

    I want to know once and for all that if the statement "16ms response time translates to a theoretical maximum of a 60Hz "is true or not ,if true then 144hz refresh rate with 18ms (so it can't even reach 60hz)response time is useless so would I better off with a laptop having 60hz refresh rate...
  36. I

    [SOLVED] Showing 120hz but monitor is 240hz

    I just purchased a monitor with 240hz refresh rate. I'm not a gamer and am trying it out to see if it helps with migraines from too much screen time. I'm not particularly tech savvy. I just set it up, but it says it's at 120hz. When I go to Display Preferences on my MacBook, the refresh rate...
  37. C

    Question Unable to lower refresh rate on laptop

    Hi, I've recently bought an ASUS TUF A15 FA506II laptop. It boasts a 144Hz display, which for the most part is great, but a lot of games won't run anywhere near that framerate. What I'm trying to achieve is to lower the display refresh rate to 60Hz, so I could run games more smoothly with vsync...
  38. A

    Question How to push 144hz onto an external monitor through a MacBook Pro

    I recently purchased the latest MacBook Pro 16" 2020 model which has a 60hz display. I have an external monitor that runs at 144hz and I wanted to connect the MacBook to it and be able to get 144hz. What is the way to go about it and what is the hardware required to get the same? Currently, I am...
  39. S

    Question What could be the faulty component in my monitor when it flickers horizontal lines?

    So I've got a faulty NVISION IP24V1 75hz Monitor from a friend. He told me that before his monitor acted unusual, he tried to switch his refresh rate to 75hz[because it was set to 60hz default] from Windows display settings. Everything was okay for a couple of days. But after that, his monitor...
  40. R

    Question 27" 1440p 144hz IPS Freesync vs 24" 1080p 144hz IPS Freesync

    I am building a PC with the below specs and i need suggestions in getting a perfect monitor for the below specs. I am looking for an IPS panel with Refresh rate more than 75Hz atleast. Below are the points that i already knew, More PPI means more sharpness. 27 inch 1440p PPI is more than 24...