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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Alienware-AW2518HF-24-5-inch-Response-Free-Sync/dp/B074JDKN3Q/ref=sr_1_5?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1517344701&sr=1-5&keywords=alienware is this monitor any good for competitive csgo because i dont see any pro players using it and i am considering just getting a regular 144hz benq and am wondering if this alienware is good because it doesnt seem to get many amazing reviews compared to the benq ones thanks

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i thought it was just generic Alienware branded crap but maybe it's good at 240hz

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ok thanks man also do you recommend xl2411 or xl2430 also does dvi dual link gice any advantages/disadvantages over dp

 

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ok thanks man also do you recommend xl2411 or xl2430 also does dvi dual link gice any advantages/disadvantages over dp

 

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Review looks good. http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/alienware-aw2518h-240hz-g-sync-monitor,5283-6.html

 

As in, no glaring problems and delivering on the performance it boasts.

 

I'd pair it with an AMD GPU, even though they tend to push a bit lower frames in CS:GO (so like, 300 instead of 1000 fps :P), the Freesync both removes tears and minimizes input lag compared to other Sync technologies.

 

If you have an Nvidia GPU, there is the pricier option of the same panel but with Gsync.

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@themctipers why do you reccomend benq also does dual link dvi give a disadvantage over dp also i experience screen tear 

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2 minutes ago, AH4 said:

@themctipers why do you reccomend benq also does dual link dvi give a disadvantage over dp also i experience screen tear 

dp is the best cable. Turning on V-sync, getting an nvidia gpu with a gsync monitor, or getting an amd gpu with a freesync monitor will all fix this issue.

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@Vandorlot is freesync necessary to remove screen tear alot of the time im over 144hz btw i have and amd card

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Its 240hz so you better have a very strong cpu to get those frames and also overclock the hell out of it.

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13 minutes ago, AH4 said:

@Vandorlot is freesync necessary to remove screen tear alot of the time im over 144hz btw i have and amd card

I have a 240hz monitor with gsync but never use it. Can't tell the difference at all because if there is screen tearing it is only displayed for less that 5 thousands of a second.

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15 minutes ago, AH4 said:

@Vandorlot is freesync necessary to remove screen tear alot of the time im over 144hz btw i have and amd card

The only time you are going to truly benefit from the sync tech is when you are at lower fps. 

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@Brooksie359would that be the same case with 144hz say a benq xl2411

Yeah pretty much. Again this is if you are running high fps on a high refresh rate monitor. Screen tear is a lot more evident when at lower fps 

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@Brooksie359 so should i get a xl2411 an asus VG248QE or should i fork out extra and get an xl2430 

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7 minutes ago, AH4 said:

@Brooksie359 so should i get a xl2411 an asus VG248QE or should i fork out extra and get an xl2430 

I don't see the difference between the cheaper ones and the more expensive ones so I would just go with the cheaper one.

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On 1/30/2018 at 1:18 PM, AH4 said:

@Brooksie359 so should i get a xl2411 an asus VG248QE or should i fork out extra and get an xl2430 

The XL2411Z and VG248QE are both super old and not a good value. The ViewSonic XG2401 or AOC G2460PF would be better options.

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I wouldn’t bother with 240hz. It might make a difference if you’re a pro player and you’re already at top skill level and need an edge.

 

It’s nice if CS is all you play but I’d either save the money and get a 144hz or a higher resolution/IPS

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