Can I just use Adaptive vsync on freesync monitor with nvidia card?

[Solo59]

I want to know if its ok to enable Adaptive vsync from the Nvidia control panel along with my Freesync LG monitor?

I'm currently doing just that. I purchased this freesync monitor because it had all the features I want at a very affordable price. I play my pc games (mainly racing sims like Raceroom, Assetto Corsa, Automobilista...) at 2560x1080 @75fps.

Now with Adaptive sync enabled from the Nvidia control panel, my in-game fps is locked to 75. In return I experience nothing byt smooth crisp gameplay. I do ocassional get a quick minor studder once or twice when in-game.

So my main question is; Is it ok to continue to use my Nvidia gpu with my freesync monitor with Adaptive vsync enabled? Would my gameplay benifit more if I convert to AMD gpu and utilize freesync? Or I'm I just fine with my current setup? Would Adaptive vsync via display port cable (with Nvidia gpu) produce the same or similar results if I were to use an AMD gpu with my freesync monitor? A g sync monitor for the size I want is way out of my price range by the way.

PC specs;
Asus i5 4440 3.1 ghz turbo boost 3.2 ghz
8 GB of ram
Nvidia gtx 760 4 GB
LG Freesync 34inch widescreen 75hz monitor via displayport cable

 

[ak47jar3d]

Yes, adaptive sync can be used a freesync monitor. The technologies don't affect each other in any way. Freesync would be much better so yes and amd card is ideal for freesync monitors. Yes, adaptive sync has nothing to do with the connection type. Freesync can only be done though display port in your monitor. Freesync is superior regardless of the connection being used.

 

[Solo59]

So are you saying that even though I'm using Nvidia gpu with my freesync monitor, I can still achieve the same results if I were to use an AMD gpu on the same monitor? I just don't want to invest in a gpu if I really don't have to. Freesync via AMD gpu will work the same as it would with adaptive vsync via Nvidia gpu?

 

[ak47jar3d]

No, adaptive sync capabilities are far below freesync. Freesync is adaptive refresh technology and is amd's equivalent to gsync.

 

[Solo59]

Ok then... Thanks. Looks like I'll be investing in a AMD card and a new psu to support its power. I love Nvidia cause of its really good performance and low power consumption. To future proof myself, I'll invest in a r9 390 by the summer or fall... Pending how long it takes me to save up for the upgrade