21:9 vs. 16:9

[Brecht Janssen]

Hello, i'm planning to buy a new pc and a new monitor, but i don't know what the best monitor will be for me. i'm gonna pick the LG 29UM38-p or the Asus VC239H. But i'm also wondering if my new pc will be good enough to play games like ARMA 3 , GTA V , ... on 60fps on high/ ultra settings. Can you guys help me ?

 

LG 29UM38-p : https://www.amazon.com/LG-29UM58-P-29IN-UltraWide-21/dp/B01B67KAQ4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1483620474&sr=8-2&keywords=lg+29UM

Asus VC239H : https://www.amazon.com/Asus-VC239H-Widescreen-Backlight-Monitor/dp/B0186NJGSO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483620550&sr=8-1&keywords=Asus+VC239H

 

PC specs :

CPU : Intel core i5 6600

MB : Asus B150I Pro Gaming/Wifi/Aura

GPU : EVGA gtx 1060 FTW+ ( 6gb )

RAM : Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB

SSD : Samsung 850 pro (256GB)

HDD : WD blue ( 1TB )

PSU : Corsair CX550M

Case : Corsair 380T

CPU Cooler : Be Quiet! Shadow Rock LP

[MrPants_]

Your computer will handle both those monitors with ease (Maybe not so much the ultrawide but it's ok, it's gonna be good). Really depends on if you want/need ultrawide

[iJarbus]

Hello, my rig is pretty similar to yours(specs in sig) A GTX 970 is roughly equal to a 1060 and I can run almost all modern games at max settings at 2560x1080 and I certainly recommend going the ultrawide path, I've really enjoyed the upgrade.

[MrPants_]

4 minutes ago, iJarbus said:

Hello, my rig is pretty similar to yours(specs in sig) A GTX 970 is roughly equal to a 1060 and I can run almost all modern games at max settings at 2560x1080 and I certainly recommend going the ultrawide path, I've really enjoyed the upgrade.

Edit: More like a GTX 980. 1060 is better in some games, 980 is a bit better in some

[Delko]

IF money is no problem go nuts!

[GER_T4IGA]

19 minutes ago, Brecht Janssen said:

ARMA 3

definitely not at 60 but that is not tied to your machine nor the monitor. Just wanted to warn ya'.

[fleggle]

I have an acer x34 predator, currently powered by a 1070, and I can tell you its a really cinematic experience, definitely a replacement to multi-monitor setups. Only thing I'd say is not all games are optimised for the 21:9 aspect ratio and leave black bars down the side regardless of which resolution is selected, though GTA V and Borderlands definitely make use of that extra horizontal space.

[ImBleu]

I have a very similar monitor to the LG one and have had no issues whatsoever with it - it is a DREAM and really well done. I have a 1070, so I'm a tier above you in terms of gpu horsepower and have no issues with GTA maxed out (however you'll have horrible FPS in grass so I'd recommend turning the setting down a bit if you want to explore the areas near the vinewood sign). 

 

I was going between a 4k 16:9 27'' and a 1080p 21:9 and picked the ultrawide. I'm happy.

[JamieOlive]

I have said it before, 21:9 in 29 inches for 2016 is a no no. Maybe if you don't have the money or horsepower to run the 34um95 which is around 700$ right now, i whink that you would benefit by 2 1080p or one 1440p. Here are some options:

A couple of those https://www.amazon.com/VG248QE-1920x1080-144Hz-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B00B2HH7G0/ref=lp_8588814011_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1483622279&sr=1-1&th=1 for 500$ 

Or one of those https://www.amazon.com/Dell-UltraSharp-U2515H-25-Inch-LED-Lit/dp/B00SPWPF1O/ref=sr_1_13?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1483622361&sr=1-13&refinements=p_n_feature_keywords_two_browse-bin%3A6570749011 for 330$.

Personally i would take the 34 inch ultrawide but they cost like 900$ or more depending on some things. Your pc is powerful enough to run it  at 40-65 fps so dont worry.