How much better is 1440p than 1080p?

[PCGrandWizard]

How much better is 1440p compared to 1080p. As well, is IPS very noticeably better than TN? And does response time matter, for example, 4 ms compared to 1 ms? Finally i cant decide between these three
Acer XB270HU
Asus VG248QE
Acer XG270HU
PS. what is better free sync or g sync, and does it really matter? I say that because no matter what i am getting a 144 Hz monitor, so unless i am getting 200 frames on games there will be no screen tearing.
This is my computer http://ca.pcpartpicker.com/p/QCdsf7

 

[esco_sid]

you can only use gsync as you have nvidia cards as far 1440p i think its worth it but gsync no as it adds like +200 to price but the asus one i actually have it it is really nice for a 1080p but it kind of defeats the purpose of you having sli 970s maybe just in fps games so you can hit that 144fps so in conclusion i would just get the 1080p asus because 1440p is great at 60hz price points but you want 120+ hz and those price points just make no sense at 1440p

 

[PCGrandWizard]

Yes but the acer XB270HU is 1440 p with 144 hz and IPS so the only problem is response time which you haven't told me if it matters.

 

[esco_sid]

its your money get it if you think you need it it was just my opinion based on money and yes 4ms is fine for a response time

 

[skit75]

Generally, you will take a 30% hit in FPS going from 1080p to 1440p. If you were getting 50 FPS on 1080, you will get about 35 FPS @ 1440(all other settings being equal).
G-Sync is only for Nvidia cards.
Free-Sync is only for AMD cards.
Response times under 6-7ms are just fine.
SLI 970's would perform really well for most games right now @ 1440p. There are a few exceptions(games) already on the market that will overwhelm those GPU's 3.5GB of VRAM.

 

[Suzuki@1473780084@1473780163]

Response times is primarily to reduce ghosting, and manufacturers dont tell the truth on the specs sheets. The result is nearly impossible to compare a monitor to another by only looking at the specs. This goes for everything but Size, Resolution, and panel type. 1440p is likely to be an improvement if you tend to sit closer to your monitor. But most of the time in a monitor there is a significant difference. If you sit further awa it will be a waste of money and computer resources to drive it. Because once you reach retina on a 1920x1080 display, increasing resolution wont make it any sharper. Clarity and sharpness is dependant on viewing distance. Modern monitors will not cause any noticeable ghosting, especially higher refresh rates. Manufacturers really blur the line between whats good and bad, read reviews because chances are 2 different manufacturers use the same panel and the only difference is price.

 

[PCGrandWizard]

Then the next big question is frames what looks better getting 150 frames on a game at 1080 or 100 frames on a game at 1440.

 

[PCGrandWizard]

SLI would make the v ram around 7 would it not and out of curiosity what games?

 

[Suzuki@1473780084@1473780163]

That depends on your displays refresh rate, 60 Hz = 60 FPS, not quite but is often used as a way to measure it to something that makes sense. To take full benefit of a 144 Hz panel you have to be pushing 144 FPS or more. There are other options> 75/120 Hz displays are on the market too, all will be an improvement over 60 Hz provided you can push enough frames.

 

[esco_sid]

SLI would make the v ram around 7 would it not and out of curiosity what games?

SLI does not work that way you can only use 3.5 even in SLI

 

[PCGrandWizard]

you're right

 

[PCGrandWizard]

i am getting a 144 hz monitor for sure but what like i said would higher frames on a 1080p monnitor be better than lower frames on 1440p monitor?

 

[skit75]

SLI would make the v ram around 7 would it not and out of curiosity what games?

SLI/Crossfire uses AFR(Alternate Frame Rendering) meaning both GPU's work on the same project, splitting the workload. The same "project" is loaded onto both GPU's VRAM.

GPU #1 Renders all odd frames 1,3,5,7,9 etc..
GPU#2 Renders all even frames 2,4,6,8 etc...

That is why they need to share VRAM.

Newer games like Watchdogs, GTA V, can max out the 3.5GB when all the eye candy is turned up. Going forward, this will probably only get worse(or increase).

 

[PCGrandWizard]

i am getting a 144 hz monitor for sure but what like i said would higher frames on a 1080p monnitor be better than lower frames on 1440p monitor?

 

[pcgaming98]

More FPS is always important. With 1440p, you're only increasing the time you spend to look at your entire monitor screen. Unless your card can easily push the frames 1080p/144fps is more than enough.

 

[TallestJon96]

If you are going for 144hz, then 1080p is much cheaper, and it will be much easier to get high frame rates.

I wouldn't worry about freesync and gsync for now, because it is unclear if a better/unified solution will come out or not.

 

[skit75]

i am getting a 144 hz monitor for sure but what like i said would higher frames on a 1080p monnitor be better than lower frames on 1440p monitor?

Depends on the game honestly. It is a matter of preference but, those who enjoy RPG type of games or MMO's love the extra resolution(1440p).

If you are a die-hard first-person shooter, the Frames per Second is more important(144Hz)

Today, we can finally have both. This is a recent product to market. Asus and Acer & Overlord now have 120Hz\144Hz, 1440p displays.

 

[PCGrandWizard]

would my gaming rig go perfect with the XB270HU?