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What Monitor Are You Playing On?

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Hey Insiders,

Whether we’re rocking a setup ready to launch a rocket or a humble rig, we all have something in common—we need a screen to play on. With new features like the mesmerizing HDR or blazing fast refresh rate popping up every month, choosing the perfect monitor can be tough. There are now more types of panels than games available, and with the arrival of 4K and Ultra-Wide gaming, resolution is also an important factor.

So, what kind of monitor are you guys playing on? A classic 1080p 60Hz monitor? A lightning-fast 144Hz screen? Maybe a brand new 4K monitor to savor every tiny in-game detail? Or perhaps…you play on a TV. You savage.

Tell us now and let’s discuss monitors!
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KillStealzzz
Viewsonic XG2401. I play Dota 2 and CS GO so 144Hz is really a needed feature.
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Predator5
Currently using an Acer Predator XB252Q.

It's a 25'' 1080p TN monitor, quite expensive, but that 240hz :eek_:

I'm running a GTX 1060, so I don't reach 120+ FPS in most games. I wanted to get a GTX 1070, but since the new Nvidia Volta series GPUs are coming out in a few months, I didn't want to waste money on an expensive GPU. (My PC was built recently, like 2 months ago.)



The only complaint I have is that its color bit depth is only 8 bit (6 bit + FRC), so I do get some color banding, and the build quality is alright, but it does creak here and there.



I'm not sure if it was worth paying $650 for this, since for $750 I could have gotten an XB281HK, a 4K monitor from Acer, only 60hz, but I saw it in real life recently and mother of god the pixels are so dense. I looked at it from 3 inches away and I could barely see individual pixels.
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Joikansai
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Don’t have monitor with high refresh rate over 60Hz or 4K, but this igzo Display from Sharp 1440p, 1080p, 768p and LG 1080p feed every my needs well;) Counted?
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I have just upgraded from 1 UW to 2UW... thats a lot of screen!!!!

These are Samsung CF791 34" monitors!
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ASUS ROG Swift PG278QR 27” Gaming Monitor 1440p 1ms 165Hz
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ARMOR_152
Userlevel 7
Dell S2417DG 24" 1440p, 165hz, TN, Gsync

I like it overall and it goes on sale to $400 every couple weeks at BestBuy so it's one of the best deals out there.
It's colors aren't amazing and it has some color banding on black scenes, but the high frames and 1440p are great. Also liking the ULMB mode even though that disables Gsync and drops the frames down to 120hz. You have to overclock it from 144hz to 165hz which takes about 10 tries which is bizarre...

It sounds like this winter the 4k 144hz monitors are finally coming out although no GPU will be able to take advantage of that yet on graphic intense games. They'll be crazy expensive for awhile, but maybe in another couple years!:big_grin_:
Arelmunda
Userlevel 4
A savage here playing on a TV. Samsung 4k 100Hz, with the option to go 3D 1080p@23Hz or 720p@60Hz.
"You will ride eternal, shiny and Chroma"
KungFuGrip
Predator X34 - Ultrawide 3440x1440p @ 100hz. I recently got the Alienware 240hz 25" monitor for my girlfriend since she plays so much Overwatch.
Tackertyp
Just upgraded my Main-Monitor to a 32" AOC Q3279VWF. QHD (1440p) with 5ms MVA Panel 75Hz and FreeSync. Although it is pretty cheap (180€) I am totally into it.
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I'm playing on a ACER Predator XB241H (1080p & 144Hz). But thinking about to buy a better own and using this as second screen.
And on the PS4 Pro im playing on my Samsung UE48JU6450 UXZG (4K & 60Hz).
BaccaBoss2
I bought the absolute cheapest 1440P monitor I could find: the Lenovo L24Q. 1440P 60Hz, 24in. Bought it on sale for $150 from BestBuy. I love the slim bezels and brushed aluminum. IMO, 1440P is the sweet spot for gaming, which is why I'm glad the Raptor is 1440P. Maybe someday...
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Userlevel 4
LG 32GK850G gsync enabled, 1440p @ 165hz . Love.
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Alienware aw2518h gsync at 240hz and 1ms response time and 1080x1920 resolution. have three of them, one for gaming, one for discord, and one for twitch. i got into this monitor because im a team liquid fan and that is one of there sponsors
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After using my ASUS PB278Q for 5 years, decided it's time to get a new monitor and a new graphic card to replace my old GTX780Ti. Changed to Acer ED32QUR as it better fit my requirements and budget, and it served me well so far. 31.5" 144hz WQHD VA panel with RTX2060.
pan0phobik
Userlevel 4
Dell S2716DG 27 inch 144hz 2k monitor
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BaccaBoss2
sonofpsyops
really old dell monitor you have any suggestion for one under $100

Under $100 is a pretty severe limitation, you might want to go used at that point. However, if you are looking for a new monitor, this page might help: https://pcpartpicker.com/products/monitor/#r=192001080&sort=price&page=1&D=60000,240000
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TK-1987
Currently I use the Acer Predator X34, 3440x1440 100Hz G-Sync. There are alot of newer and presumably better models now. But, I find the 3440x1440 to be a good sweet spot of pixel density and usability for everyday tasks. Ultrawide is really a game changer for me when it comes to gaming and is very immersive. Only recently have I been interested in upgrading as these BFD models are slowly coming out. Mostly because I've been interested in a "Gaming TV" recently. So once one that seems reasonable is released I might get one.
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I'm using two monitors. The primary one is an Acer KG271. It's a 1080p 144Hz monitor that's pretty bog standard when it comes to special tricks. It's works more than well enough for gaming. And trust me guys, that faster refresh makes a huge difference. And I don't just mean in games. It makes browsing the freaking web look much smoother.

That said, it's got a fake "brushed aluminum" finish that the more I look at... It just doesn't match my rigs otherwise-Razer aesthetic. So, I'm planning on replacing both with Razer Raptors sometime between the product dropping and next years tax season. I figure that on top of the higher resolution, better contrast, better color recreation and HDR, the Raptor will just be a prettier monitor to look at.

I just haven't figured out if I want one or two the Raptors. Duel monitors are nice when you need them. I'm finding myself not needing them so much anymore.
Argirious
little 1080p 75hz 23" Viewsonic. Does the job so far. But in a desperate need to upgrade.
Might need to keep an eye out for those Dells @ARMOR_152 😃
Marco5553
I've noticed that a lot of brand are starting to make curved monitors, just like it's already a popular thing in the television world. Anybody who has one of these curved monitors, and how are they for gaming?
Nuc1earF1ame
Pixio px347c prime. 1440p 34" ultrawide, 100Hz, curved
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I have a 28 inch Samsung UE28, 3840x2160 and a new 34 inch Ultra wide Samsung CF791, 3440x1440. The Ultrawide uses Quantom Dot and really brings out some impressive detail.



ps ignore the shameless :rolleyes:
ZxJeremy
i2apier
900p 20" I am. :slightly_sad:


i use my montor for 8 yrs and finally getting a new 1..
Live Life Beautifully.
Christinde
Atm I don't have a good desk, so I have a weird setup.
Working on my Cintiq27'' and Lenovo Laptop on the side.

BUT... Normally I would game on!!
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