PC monitor choice

[George]

Hey guys I’m looking to buy a new monitor for my pc. I only really play single player games at 60 fps on high or ultra

I only have a rtx 2070 super so don’t really think a 4K is an option

Anyone got any advice?

[DargonBlak]

I like ASUS and DELL/Alienware Monitors, but it is a very personal choice since you can spend a few hundred or over $1200. I've never tried Acer, but that's my own personal bias.

While a New PC (MB/CPU/RAM/HD/Video) is only good for 2-3 years, a good monitor can last over 5-6 years.

I suggest your own research, and here are the research sources i would recommend:

https://www.gamesradar.com/best-gaming-monitors/

https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/best-gaming-monitors,4533.html

https://www.tomshardware.com/topics/monitors

https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-gaming-monitors

[CunkFeatures]

Often missed is distance to size to resolution ration...
Think of what you want and need. 2k is more than enough for a 27" desktop and you sit far away. 4k is overkill unless you have more than 27". Imo go 1080p for anything small, 2k for desktop size and 4k for 32"+ TV/big monitor.

I'd pick higher res and larger screen to 144, from my experience. Adaptive sync is also a big one!


I'd aim for a 2k@60 desktop with adaptive sync. Not blowing a fortune on a slow 4k or a 144hz first person shooter monitor. I'm on a 2k mac and colours are good and text is clear.

p.s. Never buy Alienware, its a Dell in a fancy frock and a high price tag.

[Bumskin]

I have this samsung and its an excellent gaming monitor, I also have a 2070 super and can get over 120fps in bfv on ultra 1440p https://www.samsung.com/ca/monitors/c27jg52/ its 1440p, 144hz, and only 4ms I dont see any screen tearing and the curved screen is really cool.

[DargonBlak]

Originally posted by tomtalk24:

Often missed is distance to size to resolution ration...
Think of what you want and need. 2k is more than enough for a 27" desktop and you sit far away. 4k is overkill unless you have more than 27". Imo go 1080p for anything small, 2k for desktop size and 4k for 32"+ TV/big monitor.

I'd pick higher res and larger screen to 144, from my experience. Adaptive sync is also a big one!


I'd aim for a 2k@60 desktop with adaptive sync. Not blowing a fortune on a slow 4k or a 144hz first person shooter monitor. I'm on a 2k mac and colours are good and text is clear.

p.s. Never buy Alienware, its a Dell in a fancy frock and a high price tag.

Excellent information. I do buy Dell, and not Alienware, for exactly the reason you suggest.

Also, i would definitely Never recommend 4k unless someone chooses a behemoth monitor - i run 2k on 27" on a normal desk setup and love it.

Although, i do like higher refresh rate monitors (100+Hz). i usually set graphics to run around 60 fps Average, but when i get 70-80 fps for slower game motion, it's nice to know my monitor refresh isn't a bottle neck.