New Monitor, 144hz or 4k.

[benser]

As title says, currently looking for a new monitor to replace my ancient LG thing.

Currently using 1920x1080 @60hz monitor.

For gaming (like BF4) which do you think I would get the most benefit from;

28" 4k monitor that runs at 60hz, with which I could currently reach about 60fps average with in BF4.

Or.

24" 1080 monitor that runs at 144hz, with which I could reach 130fps average in BF4.

Simply put, should I get the monitor that upgrades the refresh rate to 144hz, or the monitor that upgrades the resolution (even at 2k the 28" monitor has more definition than my current). I play a lot more than just BF4, but BF4 is the one I want to be able to continue playing at Ultra (except maybe some AA at 4k since it doesn't seem necessary).

EDIT: both monitors in question are G-sync monitors btw, I would probably go for a 144hz 1440p monitor if such existed with G-sync but one doesn't afaik.

 

[legend001523]

what gpu do you have

 

[farmfowls]

Well depending on your GPU...

 

[benser]

How does my GPU make any difference when I already stated expected fps?

But 2x 780ti for what that's worth.

 

[legend001523]

because a gpu dictates how much fps you get? and you didnt specify what expected fps you wanted

 

[benser]

Well honestly I don't know. The 60fps average I would seemingly get with BF4 sounds playable to me, but people say 144hz feels a lot smoother if you can reach that sort of FPS, if 60 is good enough then what's the point of 120+.

So what would be better, a more sluggish 4k game, or a smoother, less defined game. That's my question.

 

[Derza10]

Well honestly I don't know. The 60fps average I would seemingly get with BF4 sounds playable to me, but people say 144hz feels a lot smoother if you can reach that sort of FPS, if 60 is good enough then what's the point of 120+.

So what would be better, a more sluggish 4k game, or a smoother, less defined game. That's my question.

2560x1440 144 Hz g-sync 1ms monitor.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236405&cm_re=ASUS_ROG_SWIFT_PG278Q-_-24-236-405-_-Product

This will give you room for the higher frame rates - a compromise between 1080p and 4k, and G-sync will make the experience even more smooth.

 

[Badger101]

In my opinion, I'd go for the 1080p monitor.

Then again, I prefer 24inch monitors over any other size.

What are the response times on the monitors?

 

[benser]

They're both 1ms

I've completely failed to mention I'm looking at G-sync monitors which was completely stupid of me.

 

[Derza10]

They're both 1ms

I've completely failed to mention I'm looking at G-sync monitors which was completely stupid of me.

Have you considered the ASUS ROG SWIFT PG278Q?

 

[M0j0jojo]

Well honestly I don't know. The 60fps average I would seemingly get with BF4 sounds playable to me, but people say 144hz feels a lot smoother if you can reach that sort of FPS, if 60 is good enough then what's the point of 120+.

So what would be better, a more sluggish 4k game, or a smoother, less defined game. That's my question.

2560x1440 144 Hz g-sync 1ms monitor.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236405&cm_re=ASUS_ROG_SWIFT_PG278Q-_-24-236-405-_-Product

This will give you room for the higher frame rates - a compromise between 1080p and 4k, and G-sync will make the experience even more smooth.

If i had money to blow, I would get this monitor considering I already had the GPU requirements.

 

[benser]

Have you considered the ASUS ROG SWIFT PG278Q?

Too expensive for a 1440p TN panel that features silly junk like 'crosshair overlays' and a joystick for integrated menu navigation. It's basically +£200 for the name ROG imo.

 

[M0j0jojo]

What is ur budget then?

 

[Derza10]

Well it is the only 144hz 1440p monitor with g-sync that i know of...

 

[M0j0jojo]

Found one lol http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009657

 

[M0j0jojo]

I knew there another G sync monitor out there

 

[Derza10]

Found one lol http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009657

That is 1080p, not 1440p.

 

[benser]

That isn't 1440p though, it's 1080p.

And my budget was >£500 preferably.

There are only 4 G-Sync monitors I know of atm
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/productlist.php?groupid=17&catid=948
Thus my predicament.

Of the 4 I don't want the ROG monitor and I don't want a 27" 1080p panel.

That leaves the 144hz 1080p panel, smoother but not more defined.
Or the 60hz 4k panel, much more definition but possibly at the limit of decent fps (though will run 2560x1440 for non 4k/upscaling games just fine).

 

[Derza10]

So what g-sync 4k monitor did you find that is under £500?
NVM see your edited post... Well the Asus Rog swift is £600 on amazon uk..

 

[benser]

The Acer in my above link.
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MO-065-AC&groupid=17&catid=948

 

[M0j0jojo]

Yea go with the 4K Acer monitor http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MO-065-AC&groupid=17&catid=948

Its everything you wanted right?

 

[Derza10]

If you are going to rule out the asus rog swift, I'd get the 4k monitor. It will be a better monitor for all around usage.

 

[benser]

Yea go with the 4K Acer monitor http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MO-065-AC&groupid=17&catid=948

Its everything you wanted right?

My point is I don't know what I want. The smoothness of 144hz or the definition of 4k, cos I can't have both. They both have pros and cons. But for gaming, one is surely better.

I guess if I really needed I could add a 3rd 780ti...

 

[Derza10]

Yea go with the 4K Acer monitor http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MO-065-AC&groupid=17&catid=948

Its everything you wanted right?

My point is I don't know what I want. The smoothness of 144hz or the definition of 4k, cos I can't have both. They both have pros and cons. But for gaming, one is surely better.

I guess if I really needed I could add a 3rd 780ti...

You are willing to buy a 3rd gtx 780 Ti + a monitor but not get the asus rog swift for ~£100 over your budget?? You sir are confusing... and I wouldn't get a 3rd gpu, most games see very little to no performance gain from it.

 

[M0j0jojo]

Forget 4K then lol, its not necessary atm, go for a 144Hz G-Sync monitor so you can enjoy that smooth glory at true 144hz refresh rate