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cookiemonster

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Processor Intel 10 Core i9 10900K Comet Lake CPU/Processor
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Display(s) ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q 27" 2K WQHD 165Hz IPS G-Sync 2K Gaming Monitor, Sony Bravia 49" 4k uhd tv
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The Asus model is great, equipped with a AU Optronics panel, to my eyes its one of the two best gaming monitors available. Asus has swapped panels a few times, latest published specs for Asus using an 8 bit panel but Acer still using the 10 (8+2) panel. Don't know anything about the Gigglebyte model

A PCPP lnk for the PG279Q (£687.42 ), with TFTcentral review below ($4 pounds cheaper delivered)
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/XvfmP6/asus-monitor-pg279q
http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/asus_rog_swift_pg279q.htm#conclusion

I prefer the Acer XB271HU (£669.00) with a review of the older 144 Hz model below
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/ttnG3C/acer-monitor-xb271hubmiprz
http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/acer_xb270hu.htm#conclusion

Would you notice the difference ? Im not sure what the R means in Asus PB278QR but the non R version had 16.6 input lag and "A lag of 16 - 32ms / One to two frames - moderate lag but should be fine for many gamers. Caution advised for serious gaming and FPS"
http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/asus_pb278q.htm#conclusion

Its the same resolution, the IPS model is faster and less lag and is the best of the best IPS panel so colors will be great . The B278Q (again no R) was just 60 hz so that's another huge bonos allowing you to turn off G-Sync when averaging over 70 - 80 fps and use ULMB instead.
 
cookiemonster said:
Hi i have a couple of questions one i have been looking at these monitors,

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/asus...descreen-led-monitor-black-red-mo-088-as.html

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/giga...actical-gaming-monitor-hdmi-dp-mo-000-gi.html

would i notice the difference from the monitor i have and is my graphics card capable.
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Your monitor specs- compare them to what you are considering to buy.
https://www.asus.com/us/Commercial-Monitors/PB278Q/specifications/

Since Freesync is supported by Nvidia now, save the 100 pounds and go Freesync.
 
I would avoid ROG and GSync and save the wasted money on branding that serves no purpose myself. That said, you will likely be happy with your purchases so buy away!
 
moproblems99 said:
I would avoid ROG and GSync and save the wasted money on branding that serves no purpose myself. That said, you will likely be happy with your purchases so buy away!
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It’s still, a great panel. I had The MG279Q and miss it terribly now..But Yeah the ROG “tax” sucks
 
Any monitor suggestions before I order.
 
eidairaman1 said:
Your monitor specs- compare them to what you are considering to buy.
https://www.asus.com/us/Commercial-Monitors/PB278Q/specifications/

Since Freesync is supported by Nvidia now, save the 100 pounds and go Freesync.
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Thats a significant cost option, provided one recognizes that Freesync and G-Sync monitors differ greatly at the hardware level.

G-Sync Monitors - Functions quite well from 30 fps to 60 fps; after 60 fps it continues to function but the user expereince is less impacted by diminishing returns. At 75 - 80 fps, many gamers will choose to shut G-Sync off and switch on ULMB. ULMB is a Motion Blur Reduction (MBR) technology which requires a hardware module to strobe the backlight which is extremely effective in eliminating ghosting. See video below. The hardware module is responsible for the cost difference between G-Sync and Freesync monitors.


Freesync - Functions quite well from 40 fps to 60 fps; after 60 fps it continues to function but the user experience is less impacted by diminishing returns. Unfortunately, at 75 - 80 fps, there is no option to turn Freesyn off and switch on MBR technology. Some Freesync monitor manufacturers initially offered this option with the manufacturers own version of MBR but it has since become quite rare. Since there is no hardware module to strobe the backlight, ghosting remains a fact of life but you do save about $125 - 150 on a 1440p monitor which may mean more to the user than having that option, especially of0nly getting 40 - 70 fps in most games.

https://www.blurbusters.com/faq/120hz-monitors/

If your budget allows enough GFX card horsepower to stay > 75 fps in enough games, to my eyes, it's certainly worth the investment. If your budget allows for a card that keeps you between 40 and 70 fps most of the time, the Freesync option will save a few bucks and you want miss not having ULMB. Unfirtinately only about 14 monitors have been certified so far to work with nVidia GFX cards

https://www.windowscentral.com/list-all-nvidia-g-sync-compatible-freesync-monitors
 
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John Naylor said:
See video below. The hardware module is responsible for the cost difference between G-Sync and Freesync monitors.
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Not always. My Freesync2 monitor has ULMB and was still $200 cheaper than the gysnc version.

Advice on monitors is really hard to give because everyone has visual preferences. Checkout rtings, monitornerds, tftcentral, or any place that specialize in monitor reviews. Also, there aren't that many panel producers so many monitors from different brands are likely using the same panel. Case in point the ROG monitors. They likely have the same panel as other manufacturer's competing line but cost more because it has the word (well, acronym) gamer in the brand name. Generally speaking, there is no reason to buy a gsync monitor because Freesync (especially 2) works just as well.

If you are considering gsync just because it works down to a lower FPS than Freesync then in my opinion your GPU is not up to snuff and you bought a monitor too grand for your GPU.
 
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https://www.scan.co.uk/products/27-...itor-2560x1440-4ms-10001-dp-hdmi-2x-usb-30-bl ordered
 
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