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TheCyberNerd
By TheCyberNerd
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So I am looking to get a new monitor but I am stuck in a decision on whether to go for a 4K 60hz monitor or a 1440p 120hz one. I had been leaning towards the 120hz for a while until I started really debating and ultimately deciding to get the PS5, which kinda threw a wrench in my plan as I would want to have it connected to my monitor rather then a TV and I would expect games to start using the 4K before the 120hz. Also, not loaded (partially because of the PS5 lol), so getting a 4k 120hz monitor isn't really an option. Would love to get some feedback from others on which way I should go, below are the specs of the main PC for this monitor for reference to it's main use.

 

CPU: Ryzen 3600

MOBO: TUF X570 Gaming-Plus

GPU: GTX 1070 Ti

RAM: 16 GB RipJaw

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I would go with the 4k at 60 hz.  I prefer crystal clear detail over liquid smooth.

It must be true, I read it on the internet...

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38 minutes ago, TheCyberNerd said:

1440p 120hz

Any day. The difference between 60hz and 120hz is mind blowing but for a monitor 1440p to 4k is not much. Plus I guarantee you will enjoy the 120 hz smoothness.

I will recommend an NHu12s (or an NHd15 (maybe)) for your PC build. Quote or @ me @Prodigy_Smit for me to see your replies.

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Desktop :

i7 8700 | Quadro P4000 8GB |  64gb 2933Mhz cl18 | 500 GB Samsung 960 Pro | 1tb SSD Samsung 850 evo

Laptop :

ASUS G14 | R9 5900hs | RTX 3060 | 16GB 3200Mhz | 1 TB SSD

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1440p 120/144hz would be ur best option.

 

Nobody should be thinking about 'upgrading' to 60hz, as such if u want to go 4k u should be looking at 4k 120hz, which would also mean u'll need a top of the line GPU.

 

Make sure to read the thread below when ur searching for a monitor.

 

CPU: Intel i7 3930k w/OC & EK Supremacy EVO Block | Motherboard: Asus P9x79 Pro  | RAM: G.Skill 4x4 1866 CL9 | PSU: Seasonic Platinum 1000w Corsair RM 750w Gold (2021)|

VDU: Panasonic 42" Plasma | GPU: Gigabyte 1080ti Gaming OC & Barrow Block (RIP)...GTX 980ti | Sound: Asus Xonar D2X - Z5500 -FiiO X3K DAP/DAC - ATH-M50S | Case: Phantek Enthoo Primo White |

Storage: Samsung 850 Pro 1TB SSD + WD Blue 1TB SSD | Cooling: XSPC D5 Photon 270 Res & Pump | 2x XSPC AX240 White Rads | NexXxos Monsta 80x240 Rad P/P | NF-A12x25 fans |

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1440p 120/144Hz is the best balance when it comes to finding middle ground.

 

 

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