Is 75Hz a Worthwhile upgrade from 60? (Monitor Recommendations)?

[bmichaels556]

I mean it's what, like 25% increase?

 

I used to run on an Asus 1080p 21.5" monitor. Now I realize how small that thing was. For the last year or so, I've been using a crappy Vizio 28" TV, if only for the increased size for a monitor. It's been "okay", but low resolution definitely shows out here. I don't sit right on top of my monitor, but you can definitely tell a difference. I mean it's half the pixels, stretched another 6.5".

 

So I've been looking to upgrade for something reasonable priced. Originally I was going to go with a 1440p monitor, but I'm only running an RX 480 8GB right now, and for recent games, it's not quite where I need it to be for nice 1440p 60fps gaming. So I'm leaning towards 1080p with a bump in refresh rate and using AA, which I think I'll be more than satisfied with.

 

Right now I'm eyeing this guy:

https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GL2760H-Technology-ZeroFlicker-Certified/dp/B00IZBIMLK/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=1080p+27"&qid=1576029253&sr=8-3

 

It claims 75 hz but others in that series seem to be 60. Does it seem like the 75 Hz versions are "pre-overclocked" and just sort of binned to be able to do it? Or do you think I'd be able to hit 90 Hz on it?

 

If this won't fit my needs, what would be my best bet under $200 for higher than 60fps, as well as a decent display, decent blacks, decent response time. Nothing has to be best-in-class, but just be a really nice bang for my buck for a bit of everything. Content creation, gaming, and just generally being nice to use.

 

Thanks so much!!

[cyberg_gamer1]

It's going to be impossible to find a good deal on a unused monitor that is 1440p and with a noticeable fps boost.

I have a few options for you. Here they are with the specs: 

 

1. good color accuracy, 1080p, 144hz, 24 inch (not the best size but bigger than 21.5 inch), benq (good company) $200

https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-XL2411-Equalizer-Vibrance-Competitive/dp/B01H5KKQTM

 

2. probably bad color accuracy, 1080p, 165hz? (it has 165 and 144 listed in title), freesync, $160

https://www.amazon.com/Sceptre-E255B-1658A-Gaming-Monitor-DisplayPort/dp/B07KGMQGDT

 

3. probably bad color accuracy, 1080p, 144hz, 27 inch, $140

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Widescreen-XF270H-Bbmiiprzx-Refurbished/dp/B07BHQD1S7

 

And if you're willing to go a small amount over:

3. unsure of color accuracy, 1080p, 144hz, 27 inch, curved, freesync, $203

https://www.amazon.com/Sceptre-C275B-144R-1920x1080p-Freesync-DisplayPort/dp/B07BVW5TV5

 

4. unsure of color accuracy, speakers, 1080p, 144hz, 27 inch, freesync, $210

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-VG271-Pbmiipx-Technology-DisplayHDR400/dp/B07MDXF81K/

 

 

[bmichaels556]

1 hour ago, cyberg_gamer1 said:

It's going to be impossible to find a good deal on a unused monitor that is 1440p and with a noticeable fps boost.

I have a few options for you. Here they are with the specs: 

 

1. good color accuracy, 1080p, 144hz, 24 inch (not the best size but bigger than 21.5 inch), benq (good company) $200

https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-XL2411-Equalizer-Vibrance-Competitive/dp/B01H5KKQTM

 

2. probably bad color accuracy, 1080p, 165hz? (it has 165 and 144 listed in title), freesync, $160

https://www.amazon.com/Sceptre-E255B-1658A-Gaming-Monitor-DisplayPort/dp/B07KGMQGDT

 

3. probably bad color accuracy, 1080p, 144hz, 27 inch, $140

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Widescreen-XF270H-Bbmiiprzx-Refurbished/dp/B07BHQD1S7

 

And if you're willing to go a small amount over:

3. unsure of color accuracy, 1080p, 144hz, 27 inch, curved, freesync, $203

https://www.amazon.com/Sceptre-C275B-144R-1920x1080p-Freesync-DisplayPort/dp/B07BVW5TV5

 

4. unsure of color accuracy, speakers, 1080p, 144hz, 27 inch, freesync, $210

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-VG271-Pbmiipx-Technology-DisplayHDR400/dp/B07MDXF81K/

 

 

Great suggestions, thanks! I'll have to look up some reviews on these models.

 

Yeah, I think I'll stay away from 1440p. I'm willing to buy most things used, but for some reason used monitors irk me.

 

I also think at this point, I have to keep it at 27" since I sit about 2.5-3 feet away from my display. My old setup, even if a little small at 21", I was still sitting closer, so it wasn't as bad.

 

That Acer Nitro looks pretty decent tbh...

 

P.S., I think 144fps is going to be higher than my current CPU and GPU will handle. Am I able to easily set different refresh rates either through the display or Windows? Probably a noob question, but it's one that hasn't come up for me until now. 

[cyberg_gamer1]

1 hour ago, bmichaels556 said:

Am I able to easily set different refresh rates either through the display or Windows? Probably a noob question, but it's one that hasn't come up for me until now. 

Depends on a lot of stuff, but your normally able to. With nvidia use the nvidia control panel, with intel integrated there is intel control panel, and with amd I'm not sure how but you can look it up. In fact, you can look all these up, they're fairly easy to find by looking up "how to overclock monitor with _____".

 

Also, for overclocking and downclocking, I've been doing that with my monitor for quite some time so I know it's safe. The only thing you should worry about is setting it too high too quickly, make sure you do it in small increments because that's the safest way.

[bmichaels556]

19 minutes ago, cyberg_gamer1 said:

Depends on a lot of stuff, but your normally able to. With nvidia use the nvidia control panel, with intel integrated there is intel control panel, and with amd I'm not sure how but you can look it up. In fact, you can look all these up, they're fairly easy to find by looking up "how to overclock monitor with _____".

 

Also, for overclocking and downclocking, I've been doing that with my monitor for quite some time so I know it's safe. The only thing you should worry about is setting it too high too quickly, make sure you do it in small increments because that's the safest way.

Appreciate that info, it's been extremely helpful!  

[cyberg_gamer1]

13 hours ago, bmichaels556 said:

Appreciate that info, it's been extremely helpful!  

No problem