new Need Monitors

[The 6th Summoner]

I need 2 IPS Monitors for my new setup. One have to be at least 75Hz and 5ms for gaming (either 1080p or 1440p , since 1440p monitors are usually really expensive ) , and the other should be just a good 1080p monitor.
I know that LG , SAMSUNG and ASUS monitors are great , but I really don't know anything else. 
My budget is strictly $500 - $600 for both 
Thanks in advance for the help

[Guest lilbman]

This one might work.

[Pachyderm]

If you have an AMD/Radeon graphics card, I cannot recommend this monitor enough. I have a Dell SE2717H monitor I just picked up last month from Staples for $149 and absolutely love it. It is only 1080p, but it has 27" IPS panel with AMD FreeSync at 75 Hz.

 

http://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-27-monitor-se2717h/apd/210-aizr/monitors-monitor-accessories

 

This monitor has been on sale for $149 (USD) and Micro Center off and on since the beginning of the year. I will update this post tomorrow when the new sales come out for the day because right now they are out of stock (but typically reset at midnight).

 

Some highlights include:

 

Device Type

LED-backlit LCD monitor - 27"

 

Adaptive Sync Technology

AMD FreeSync

 

Panel Type

IPS

 

Native Resolution

1920 x 1080 at 75 Hz

 

Response Time

6 ms (gray-to-gray)

 

Input Connectors

HDMI, VGA

 

Screen Coating

Anti-glare, 3H Hard Coating

[The 6th Summoner]

13 minutes ago, lilbman said:

This one might work.

I have never though of an Ultrawide seems weird 
But will consider thanks though

[The 6th Summoner]

2 minutes ago, Pachyderm said:

If you have an AMD/Radeon graphics card, I cannot recommend this monitor enough. I have a Dell SE2717H monitor I just picked up last month from Staples for $149 and absolutely love it. It is only 1080p, but it has 27" IPS panel with AMD FreeSync at 75 Hz.

 

http://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-27-monitor-se2717h/apd/210-aizr/monitors-monitor-accessories

 

This monitor has been on sale for $149 (USD) and Micro Center off and on since the beginning of the year. I will update this post tomorrow when the new sales come out for the day because right now they are out of stock (but typically reset at midnight).

 

Some highlights include:

 

Device Type

LED-backlit LCD monitor - 27"

 

Adaptive Sync Technology

AMD FreeSync

 

Panel Type

IPS

 

Native Resolution

1920 x 1080 at 75 Hz

 

Response Time

6 ms (gray-to-gray)

 

Input Connectors

HDMI, VGA

 

Screen Coating

Anti-glare, 3H Hard Coating

I am running a Nvidia card so I won't be able to use freesync right?

Looks great just two questions : Does the curved option provide anything different?

Would be smarter to look for a 144Hz version similar to this ?
Thanks though look like a promising option

[Pachyderm]

1 minute ago, The 6th Summoner said:

I am running a Nvidia card so I won't be able to use freesync right?

Looks great just two questions : Does the curved option provide anything different?

Would be smarter to look for a 144Hz version similar to this ?
Thanks though look like a promising option

Correct, Nvidia cards are unable to use the open freesync technology. You want to look for a monitor with G-Sync technology from Nvidia

 

Answer 1: I have the flat version and a buddy of mine has the new (slightly) curved model. The curved verizon seems a little more immersive, but it's not as noticeable or valuable as the having a curve on an ultrawide monitor.

 

Answer 2: In most of the videos I have watched regarding refresh rates and G-Sync from LTT, everyone seems to value G-Sync much higher. I am not familiar with the power of your rig, but a 75 Hz monitor with G-Sync would be very enjoyable for playing games at 1080p or 1440p. The step up to higher refresh rate or higher resolution while keeping G-Sync technology seems to bring a very large jump in the price tag as well. With that being said, there are still noticeable improvements in the gaming experience and it is ultimately up to you what you want to spend your money on.

 

Best of luck on your quest.

[HelplmChoking]

1 hour ago, lilbman said:

This one might work.

25" is way, way too small for an ultrawide, the vertical height would be tiny. A 34" ultrawide is the same height as a 27" 16:9.

[HelplmChoking]

41 minutes ago, Pachyderm said:

Correct, Nvidia cards are unable to use the open freesync technology. You want to look for a monitor with G-Sync technology from Nvidia

 

Answer 1: I have the flat version and a buddy of mine has the new (slightly) curved model. The curved verizon seems a little more immersive, but it's not as noticeable or valuable as the having a curve on an ultrawide monitor.

 

Answer 2: In most of the videos I have watched regarding refresh rates and G-Sync from LTT, everyone seems to value G-Sync much higher. I am not familiar with the power of your rig, but a 75 Hz monitor with G-Sync would be very enjoyable for playing games at 1080p or 1440p. The step up to higher refresh rate or higher resolution while keeping G-Sync technology seems to bring a very large jump in the price tag as well. With that being said, there are still noticeable improvements in the gaming experience and it is ultimately up to you what you want to spend your money on.

 

Best of luck on your quest.

 

The problem with G-Sync is price, there's an Nvidia tax of a couple hundred bucks for having it, while Freesync is much cheaper.

[The 6th Summoner]

8 hours ago, Pachyderm said:

Correct, Nvidia cards are unable to use the open freesync technology. You want to look for a monitor with G-Sync technology from Nvidia

 

Answer 1: I have the flat version and a buddy of mine has the new (slightly) curved model. The curved verizon seems a little more immersive, but it's not as noticeable or valuable as the having a curve on an ultrawide monitor.

 

Answer 2: In most of the videos I have watched regarding refresh rates and G-Sync from LTT, everyone seems to value G-Sync much higher. I am not familiar with the power of your rig, but a 75 Hz monitor with G-Sync would be very enjoyable for playing games at 1080p or 1440p. The step up to higher refresh rate or higher resolution while keeping G-Sync technology seems to bring a very large jump in the price tag as well. With that being said, there are still noticeable improvements in the gaming experience and it is ultimately up to you what you want to spend your money on.

 

Best of luck on your quest.

I am only asking because the curved 1 is cheaper than the flat so I thought something was wrong there

My rig will probably have either a 1070 or a 1080. The thing is I don't really know if I am gonna notice any major difference between 75Hz and 144Hz , so I am not sure 144Hz or even the G-Sync is worth as you said the large jump in price

I found a couple of monitors and I would like your opinion on them
https://www.amazon.com/VG248QE-1920x1080-144Hz-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B00B2HH7G0
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-UltraSharp-U2515H-25-Inch-LED-Lit/dp/B00SPWPF1O

 

Thanks again for the help