Excellent frame rates with minimal screen updates.
Excellent frame rates with minimal screen updates.
I'm searching for three monitors for a surround setup with a triple configuration. My GPU is a GTX 970 G1 edition, which supports up to four monitors. I have only two choices: Asus VN247 TN panel or Acer H236HL IPS. I prefer the TN panel because I don't want my sisters or mom seeing me play GTA 5. The main issue is that both monitors run at 60Hz. I need to confirm if the GTX 970 can sustain over 60fps at ultra settings for 1080p. I believe it might be around 75Hz, and I don't want screen tearing or other problems if the GPU exceeds that speed. Please let me know. Thanks ahead.
The TN panel won’t block anyone from watching what you’re doing from another angle. It will appear blurry, but you’ll still be able to see the action. Answering this question is tricky—it depends on the game and whether you can hit 60+ frames per second. In a triple monitor setup, it’s usually best to use just one monitor for games unless the game supports higher resolutions. You should also enable v-sync or variable refresh rate (like Freesync for AMD/G-sync for Nvidia) to avoid tearing. Even on monitors at 75-144Hz, these methods can help prevent tearing. If you’re okay with v-sync, it might introduce input lag and minor stuttering, but it’s a trade-off. For TN panels, using a G-sync TN model could reduce tearing, though I’m not sure what to choose unless you share your location.
If you’re under 18, especially in most countries where GTA V is available, it might be best to avoid playing in public. If you’re older, 15 or up, it should be fine—just keep in mind the content.
The 970 supports 1080P at 60FPS without issues, but for a surround configuration you'll need to adjust certain settings. Opt for IPS technology instead of TN. A TN display appears poor from angles, though the content remains clear. This ACER monitor performs exceptionally well.
You're asking about input lag and its effects. Yes, that's correct—input lag is the delay between when you press a key and when it appears on the screen. Micro stuttering refers to small, noticeable delays in video output that can make motion look choppy or jittery. Ips panel issues are related to how the display handles refresh rates and timing, which can contribute to such problems. Overclocking the refresh rate might help if you're using a budget monitor, but it depends on your specific setup and comfort while viewing.
What about the input delay? If the GPU handles over 60 frames per second, my 60 Hz display might flicker. With the TN panel, I usually place my computer close to it most of the time. Micro stuttering refers to small visual artifacts caused by minor timing issues in the display.
You'll likely require a minimum of two 970s to run it smoothly at high settings with three monitors.
cheap TN panels are really bad, top-tier ones only slightly worse than Ips. I switched from a 1080p IPS screen to a 4K TN monitor and didn’t notice anything. The viewing angles work well and the colors stay vivid. If you want to push three 1080p monitors, you’d need more than a 970. For better performance, I’d pick two 970s instead. Even then, you might have to lower a setting or two.