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Bobbette
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I’m looking to purchase 2 gaming monitors as a gift for Christmas. However, I’m not very tech savvy and really need help. I’d like it to be 4K. And thanks to YouTube I found ASUS VP28UQG 28”. The person I’m giving this to currently has an ASUS VN247H. Is this a good buy or is there a better option out there???? I’d really appreciate the help ❤️

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depends on the game, high refresh rate is more often more important than high resolution.

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8 minutes ago, Bobbette said:

I’m looking to purchase 2 gaming monitors as a gift for Christmas. However, I’m not very tech savvy and really need help. I’d like it to be 4K. And thanks to YouTube I found ASUS VP28UQG 28”. The person I’m giving this to currently has an ASUS VN247H. Is this a good buy or is there a better option out there???? I’d really appreciate the help ❤️

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I've been using an Asus PB287Q. In simple terms, it's really good. 

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1 minute ago, Jurrunio said:

depends on the game, high refresh rate is more often more important than high resolution.

He said he wants 4k, but yeah, you should consider refresh rate.

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If you're willing to step down to 1440p 144Hz IPS, I'd recommend the Acer xf270hu. Plus you can get them dirt-cheap refurbished with a warranty either at Newegg or this Staples listing I found:

 

https://www.staples.com/Refurbished-Acer-27-Widescreen-LCD-IPS-Monitor-Display-WQHD-2560-x-1440-4-ms-144-Hz-XF270HU-Abmiidprzx/product_2710673

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If you want 4K 144HZ here you go: https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236885&Description=4k monitor&cm_re=4k_monitor-_-24-236-885-_-Product

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Y'all have been very helpful! I now know to look at refresh rate! I've watched a couple videos including Linus's ASUS ROG Swift PG27UQ video. However I need to buy 2 monitors and $4000 is a ton of money! Even though it's a beast of monitor!!!! I was looking at the BenQ EL2870U... I'd preferably like to stay under $1000. Thank you for all your help!!!! Please send anymore suggestion! We have a ton of time before Christmas ❤️

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