Hello,
I've recently upgraded my i5-3570k rig with several components, including a new EVGA GTX 1070 FTW GPU. I'm currently using an older 22" 1080p 60Hz Samsung Syncmaster monitor, and I'm looking to upgrade (for hopefully around the $350-ish range). I mostly play games (BF1, Ark, Witcher, WoT, etc.). I do get a little competitive, but nothing to warrant the additional gsync cost; and I've made my decision that I'd prefer quality (2k IPS 1440p) over quantity (TN 144Hz) --- i.e., I'd prefer pretty over fast.
From my research, it sounds as if wading into the >60 fps pool without gsync on the 1070 is not the best idea? I'm okay with relegating myself to a 60Hz refresh monitor, but I'm finding that there really aren't too many on the market --- and that a 144Hz can be had for just a little more, if not equal cash. example <--- I've got my eye on this.
My 3 big questions:
As always, thanks in advance for your time and attention. I really do appreciate it. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
I've recently upgraded my i5-3570k rig with several components, including a new EVGA GTX 1070 FTW GPU. I'm currently using an older 22" 1080p 60Hz Samsung Syncmaster monitor, and I'm looking to upgrade (for hopefully around the $350-ish range). I mostly play games (BF1, Ark, Witcher, WoT, etc.). I do get a little competitive, but nothing to warrant the additional gsync cost; and I've made my decision that I'd prefer quality (2k IPS 1440p) over quantity (TN 144Hz) --- i.e., I'd prefer pretty over fast.
From my research, it sounds as if wading into the >60 fps pool without gsync on the 1070 is not the best idea? I'm okay with relegating myself to a 60Hz refresh monitor, but I'm finding that there really aren't too many on the market --- and that a 144Hz can be had for just a little more, if not equal cash. example <--- I've got my eye on this.
My 3 big questions:
- If I opt for a 144Hz monitor w/out Gsync, is it really going to ruin my experience when my system can't keep up? I'd rather not have to dial down my settings just to keep my machine from trying to keep up with my display - if for some reason a game/application doesn't have the option to manually reduce it's refresh to 60Hz?
- I've read that 27" is optimal for 1440p. Are there any other "optimal" display sizes for this resolution, or any widescreen ratios to stay away from?
- I'd still like to keep my 22" Syncmaster as a 2nd display, so that I can browse/multitask/etc. while gaming on my new monitor. I would like to verify that I can easily set this up (2 alternate resolution displays) through my Windows10 display options without any issues?
- This will pretty much be a Christmas gift, so I'm definitely hoping to take advantage of any Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals. Please feel free to post any recommendations that you feel would be suitable for me.
As always, thanks in advance for your time and attention. I really do appreciate it. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!