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Worthwhile Upgrade? - 144Hz 1440p
Hello all,
I need some advice on a decision here. I have considered a full upgrade to my rig but decided it's not worth replacing everything just yet (not to mention the cost). So I was wondering about a monitor upgrade.
I'm thinking about the new Acer XB271HU (when it's released) but I have some concerns.
1. Is this monitor going to look much better than my 8 year old BenQ? This monitor is (only) normal HD but the quality is excellent all round. Have monitors moved on that much in 8 years? I have no idea...
2. I suspect I know the answer to this one, but is my current GPU capable of driving a 144Hz 1440p monitor with decent fps (30+)? Should I upgrade my GPU to a GTX908Ti? and if I do, are there any other bottlenecks in my system I should be aware of?
3. Are there any other panels I should be considering around that size? I don't like TN panels as I also use my monitor for photo editing. Should I wait for something else?
Any advice most welcome.
Mark
Hello all,
I need some advice on a decision here. I have considered a full upgrade to my rig but decided it's not worth replacing everything just yet (not to mention the cost). So I was wondering about a monitor upgrade.
I'm thinking about the new Acer XB271HU (when it's released) but I have some concerns.
1. Is this monitor going to look much better than my 8 year old BenQ? This monitor is (only) normal HD but the quality is excellent all round. Have monitors moved on that much in 8 years? I have no idea...
2. I suspect I know the answer to this one, but is my current GPU capable of driving a 144Hz 1440p monitor with decent fps (30+)? Should I upgrade my GPU to a GTX908Ti? and if I do, are there any other bottlenecks in my system I should be aware of?
3. Are there any other panels I should be considering around that size? I don't like TN panels as I also use my monitor for photo editing. Should I wait for something else?
Any advice most welcome.
Mark
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