G-Sync or No g-sync (GTX 1080)

[N4D3R_]

I have a GTX 1080 fe graphics card and an i5-4670k intel proccesor. I am getting a 1080p 144hz monitor to enjoy all the frames. Is G-Sync worth it or should I stick with V-Sync?

 

[10tacle]

Without question get the G-Sync with that much GPU power. I would consider that a perfect match as depending on the game, you'll see average FPS fluctuating between 100 (Witcher 3) and 140+FPS (Battlefield 1). Staying with say a Vsync locked 120Hz monitor wouldn't be a wise choice.

 

[SinxarKnights]

Seems more of a waste to run it at 1080p. Why not 1440p 144hz?

 

[10tacle]

^^He'd need SLI GTX 1070s (minimum) to run games at 1440p taking advantage of 144Hz. The GTX 1080 can't even crack 100FPS in many games today at 1440p. In my two game examples above originally showing 1080p frames, at 1440p they are Witcher 3 for 82FPS and B1 for 98FPS.

 

[N4D3R_]

^^He'd need SLI GTX 1070s (minimum) to run games at 1440p taking advantage of 144Hz. The GTX 1080 can't even crack 100FPS in many games today at 1440p. In my two game examples above originally showing 1080p frames, at 1440p they are Witcher 3 for 82FPS and B1 for 98FPS.

That's exactly my mindset, I'm glad you understand my thinking. If I get the 1080p monitor then I will be taking full advantage of my GPU in order to get maximum fps while not being overkill.

 

[10tacle]

I run a 60Hz 1440p monitor overclocked to 80Hz and that's about all my 970s in SLI can manage in heavy hitters like Witcher 3, so I'm well versed on how much GPU power 1440p takes, heh.

 

[N4D3R_]

I run a 60Hz 1440p monitor overclocked to 80Hz and that's about all my 970s in SLI can manage in heavy hitters like Witcher 3, so I'm well versed on how much GPU power 1440p takes, heh.

Thanks! Not to mention with my CPU I may not even get the same fps in the games you mentioned. Also the reason I want the 144fps is because of Destiny 2 and the other many fps shooters coming in the future ;D. Also what is your steam username? You seem like a pretty cool dude.

 

[Eximo]

G-sync makes no sense when you can achieve the maximum refresh rate of the monitor. If you want to cap it that point, V-Sync is enough.

G-sync is a perfect fit for a GTX1080 at 1440p 144hz because at max settings it can't achieve 144FPS, then you want G-sync to set the refresh to what the GPU is outputting so there is no tearing.

 

[SinxarKnights]

G-sync makes no sense when you can achieve the maximum refresh rate of the monitor. If you want to cap it that point, V-Sync is enough.

G-sync is a perfect fit for a GTX1080 at 1440p 144hz because at max settings it can't achieve 144FPS, then you want G-sync to set the refresh to what the GPU is outputting so there is no tearing.

Exactly. Just added cost for nothing as gsync doesn't do anything at the monitors max refresh.

 

[10tacle]

Check out most of the games today at 1080p resolution benchmarks. Very few with a GTX 1080 exceed 144FPS. Most fall in the 100-140FPS range. Here are a few other examples:

Sniper Elite 4 - http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=articles&action=file&id=30252
Hitman - http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=articles&action=file&id=30264
Dues Ex - http://www.guru3d.com/index.php?ct=articles&action=file&id=30267

The point being is that the handful of games that exceed 144FPS like GTAV don't exceed it by much so any "waste" of the GPU power beyond the 144Hz maximum wouldn't be by much. Also keep in mind these are all average FPS numbers, not minimum or maximum fluctuations. This is why for that GPU power, a 1080p G-sync is the perfect match. Some people prefer slower 1440p frames, others prefer faster 1080p frames. G-sync in either case is the no-brainer due to the wide variation in game performance these days regarding FPS.

 

[Eximo]

Full link for those that don't want to look at just the pictures: http://www.guru3d.com/articles_pages/geforce_gtx_1080_ti_review,1.html

I have to say, all of those, except maybe Deus Ex are probably one setting change away from running at 144 FPS+ @1080p. But even in those charts they are still 90+ at QHD, and your take AA down a notch and you are good to go.

Since they were testing the 1080Ti it seems they picked out a lot of pretty punishing games, including a few CPU bound titles as well. (And they used a 5960X)

 

[Eximo]

Screw it, just get the PG248Q @ 180Hz or the PG258Q @ 240Hz.