High refresh 2560*1440 - spec request

Dirk Diggler · 9 Nov 2018 at 19:18

I'm looking for a high refresh (144hz+) monitor, 27" 1440p. I would like variable refresh and I assume freesync won't work work a 1080ti? So, would need to be Gsync.

Any suggestions? I'm particularly interested in recommendations based on personal experiences.

TIA

[HB]Rugrat · 10 Nov 2018 at 11:45

I posted this is in a similar thread the other day so apologies for any deja vu! I recently bought an Acer Predator XB271HU to replace Samsung 40" UHD TV that I'd been using for the last 18 months. I was nervous about dropping down in size so much and losing the ridiculous brightness and contrast levels you get from the particular model I was using, but I've got a number of friends who swear that high refresh rates are worth it over anything else.

I won't lie, I do miss having the extra real estate of a large 4k screen but the minute you switch your desktop to 144hz and the mouse pointer just gliiiiiiiides across the screen you do immediately get a sense of what's in-store for gaming. In games movement feels a lot smoother and more responsive - I think I noticed the difference most when I tried playing a game that I'd gotten used to at 120hz on my son's PC at 60hz. That was when I realised I wasn't going back

andy_mk3 · 10 Nov 2018 at 11:50

Dell S2716DG is what I have, and it truly is a stunning monitor. 27" 1440p 144hz G-Sync. Out of the box is goes need calibrating properly to get the most out of it (something I am yet to do). But even just setting it up manually to something you are happy with it does look stunning. Very responsive monitor.

Captain · 10 Nov 2018 at 15:25

Acer Predator Xb271hu is what i have, fantastic for the money. 165Hz and g-sync with my Titan XP is fantastic.

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/acer...descreen-led-monitor-black-red-mo-098-ac.html

Dirk Diggler · 11 Nov 2018 at 20:35

andy_mk3 said:
Dell S2716DG is what I have

Looks interesting for under £500.

peahead · 12 Nov 2018 at 11:16

I also have the Dell S2716DG and can highly recommend one,you wont find a better TN monitor for the price.

Baden · 12 Nov 2018 at 17:24

I have the Dell S2716DG and couldn't give it enough praise. Fantastic monitor. You might have to stretch a little above £500 but in my opinion its worth.

Reppyboyo · 13 Nov 2018 at 20:42

[HB]Rugrat said:
I posted this is in a similar thread the other day so apologies for any deja vu! I recently bought an Acer Predator XB271HU to replace Samsung 40" UHD TV that I'd been using for the last 18 months.

Been thinking of doing the same (Going from a 40" UHD TV), I've never had a TN monitor though so not sure what to expect.
Is the colour difference huge or just noticeable?

Dirk Diggler · 14 Nov 2018 at 21:51

Dell S2716DG is £479.95
Acer XB271HU is £599.99

Are the other 21fps worth £120? Does the Acer have the edge?

Edit: the above is a comparison of TN versus IPS. The Acer TN panel is the same price as the Dell TN.

Raz · 14 Nov 2018 at 22:35

Don't know about the Acer but the S2716DG was ~£430 - 450 up until 2 weeks ago. It's jumped up in a few places (Dell had it for £450 for a long time and now it's jumped to over £600, closer to its "original" price of £800. )

Must be something to do with Black Friday :confused:

[HB]Rugrat · 15 Nov 2018 at 00:03

Reppyboyo said:
Been thinking of doing the same (Going from a 40" UHD TV), I've never had a TN monitor though so not sure what to expect.
Is the colour difference huge or just noticeable?

The model I switched to is the IPS version so colour accuracy actually improved over the TV - still not as bright but it does help!

Dirk Diggler · 15 Nov 2018 at 19:14

I think I'm settled on the Dell screen as I prefer a TN panel for high refresh and the Acer panel has an overclock whereas the Dell is native 144.

Now the big dilemma is can I really buy now when black Friday is so close. :eek:

Captain · 15 Nov 2018 at 20:55

String said:
I think I'm settled on the Dell screen as I prefer a TN panel for high refresh and the Acer panel has an overclock whereas the Dell is native 144.

Now the big dilemma is can I really buy now when black Friday is so close.

The Acer XB271HU is native 144Hz and overclockers to 165Hz.

Dirk Diggler · 16 Nov 2018 at 08:12

Clov!s said:
The Acer XB271HU is native 144Hz and overclockers to 165Hz.

I ordered the Dell last night @ £449 and now the Acer is £383.

Now I'm wondering... Is the Dell better quality control than Acer? Is it worth the extra £70?

strumpusplunket · 16 Nov 2018 at 08:23

Oooh, be great to hear your experiences with it for those of us (there seem to quite a few of us at the moment...) currently still looking for a monitor upgrade!

Dirk Diggler · 16 Nov 2018 at 08:29

strumpusplunket said:
Oooh, be great to hear your experiences with it for those of us (there seem to quite a few of us at the moment...) currently still looking for a monitor upgrade!

I'm now thinking of ordering the Acer too and doing a comparison.

Captain · 16 Nov 2018 at 08:37

String said:
I ordered the Dell last night @ £449 and now the Acer is £383.

Now I'm wondering... Is the Dell better quality control than Acer? Is it worth the extra £70?

I just noticed it was down to £383, amazing value and price.

strumpusplunket · 16 Nov 2018 at 08:39

String said:
I'm now thinking of ordering the Acer too and doing a comparison.

Well, that would be awesome forum service!

Dirk Diggler · 16 Nov 2018 at 08:47

Clov!s said:
I just noticed it was down to £383, amazing value and price.

Yea, that's the TN version of the Acer now £383.

Dirk Diggler · 16 Nov 2018 at 09:14

Update, both panels ordered now so I'll post back my thoughts over the weekend.

Edit: Acer unit now shot up to £521 so they must've sold out.