What 4K Monitor do I pick?

klaxhu

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I just got a GTX1080 and want to do some 4K gaming.
Moving from a Dell IPS 27" so really want to stick with IPS.
Not keen on wide or VA or TN panels but please tell me what you think I should get?

Must haves: 4K, 30+ inch, under 900 price mark, Gsync.
I have shortlisted these so far from the Overclokers shop:
1/ Benq PD3200U vs
2/ LG 32UD89-W vs - just realised this is not Gsync (LG and Sammy do any Gsync models too?)
3/ Acer Predator 4k2k

Any other models worth considering?
Any ideas if past years have had some good discounts for black friday?
 
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I've had the XB321HK for a short time, it was fantastic and can really recommend it. Only sold it due to keeping Ultrawide instead (I also have an Asus PG348Q atm).
 
MrRockliffe said:
Why don't you want to go with a VA panel?
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Had only one monitor with VA mefore but like IPS a lot.

But this is the reason I am posting actually, I need advice on what to get :)
What are my 144 Hz best option today in my budget? I rather get a 27/28 inch and compromise on size than quality tbf.

Anything in between? Like better refresh but on 4k? I've really set my mind on 4k now ........

Also, do I have a place where I could see some of these monitors in action to help me with the decision?

Is it worth getting a used 4k like the predator for now and sell later when 4k 144 Hz come out?
 
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VA is comparable to IPS, and often better with contrast ratio.

In terms of finding somewhere to try out a high refresh rate display, try a three store and check out the razer phone (120 Hz Display, but check settings to make sure it's not running at 90), or the Apple Store iPad Pro 10.5. That's also running a 120Hz display.
 
MrRockliffe said:
In terms of finding somewhere to try out a high refresh rate display, try a three store and check out the razer phone (120 Hz Display, but check settings to make sure it's not running at 90), or the Apple Store iPad Pro 10.5. That's also running a 120Hz display.
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He's already had a 144Hz screen, he knows about high refresh.

If it helps then the XB321HK I had had no IPS glow, so I'm unsure if I was just lucky or that they generally have good fitment of panels.

@klaxhu Pickup a used 4k Predator if you can, just make sure has warranty left etc then you can check it out in the flesh beforehand :)
 
MrRockliffe said:
VA is comparable to IPS, and often better with contrast ratio.

In terms of finding somewhere to try out a high refresh rate display, try a three store and check out the razer phone (120 Hz Display, but check settings to make sure it's not running at 90), or the Apple Store iPad Pro 10.5. That's also running a 120Hz display.
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ok, thanks!
Does anyone have any dates on 4k 144 Hz or all we know is "delays" and "maybe soon/this year" ?

JediFragger said:
He's already had a 144Hz screen, he knows about high refresh.

If it helps then the XB321HK I had had no IPS glow, so I'm unsure if I was just lucky or that they generally have good fitment of panels.
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Yup, kind - but it was a Benq TN. I did see the iPad but haven't played anything on it just know what it can look like.
 
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JediFragger said:
He's already had a 144Hz screen, he knows about high refresh.

If it helps then the XB321HK I had had no IPS glow, so I'm unsure if I was just lucky or that they generally have good fitment of panels.

@klaxhu Pickup a used 4k Predator if you can, just make sure has warranty left etc then you can check it out in the flesh beforehand :)
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Yes, I was thinking that. What do you think one of these would go for used as a price-range? There are so many issues with monitors now-days that if you don't have warranty left on them as you said it is a pain to sort out. so That's why I would much prefer a new one so I can send back if needed.
 
JediFragger said:
It's be Q1 ish next year I gather, but expect them to be £1200/1300 at *least*
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Fair enough. I think that might a bit too much for how much I would play on a monitor like that to make it worth. I would use it a lot as it will be my work monitor for my macbook pro when I work from home but still :) [it's not that I don't have the cash but I just cannot justify it]
 
Having high refresh on a 4K monitor is great and everything, but you'll struggle to push above 60FPS consistently on a 1080, with decent settings on the latest games. I think it'd make little sense to invest in a 4K with a HFR panel.


Remember you can use your Amazon voucher on Overclockers ;)
 
MrRockliffe said:
Having high refresh on a 4K monitor is great and everything, but you'll struggle to push above 60FPS consistently on a 1080, with decent settings on the latest games. I think it'd make little sense to invest in a 4K with a HFR panel.


Remember you can use your Amazon voucher on Overclockers ;)
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sht! did not geniuly know that. However, do overclockers pricematch? Currently they are selling the Predator for almost 200 more than other websites - https://www.overclockers.co.uk/acer...descreen-led-monitor-black-red-mo-099-ac.html
If there is a justification for that, but I find it hard to pay that just because its overclockers :)
 
I'm not saying you have to use them, just they get funny about mentioning competitors, even if OC are horrendously overpriced :p

I'm not sure if they do price match to be honest, you'd probably have to take into account the cost of a packet of Haribo too :D
 
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