Fast frame rates and delays
Fast frame rates and delays
I am experiencing inconsistent gameplay smoothness despite maintaining high frame rates in CSGO and other shooter games. I'm investigating whether my monitor – an LG E2260 with a 60Hz refresh rate and 5ms response time – or my mouse, the Silver Line RF317, is contributing to this issue. My system specifications are: CPU R5 2600, GPU GTX1660 Super, and RAM 16GB at 3200MHz.
Your monitor’s display rate is limited to 60 frames per second, which is determined by your monitor’s refresh rate. Therefore, regardless of your system's frame output, you will only see 60 frames displayed. Many believe that 60 fps is insufficient for competitive shooter games. Upgrading to a 100 or 120 Hz monitor would likely improve the perceived smoothness. Assuming your system generates at least 100 fps with your specifications, you could consider a 144 Hz monitor at 1080p resolution.
Your monitor’s display rate is limited to 60 frames per second, which reflects your monitor's refresh rate. Therefore, regardless of your system’s frame output – even if it reaches 1000000 fps – you'll only perceive a maximum of 60 frames. Many people find that 60 fps insufficient for action games, and a monitor with a 100 or 120 hz refresh rate would improve visual smoothness. Assuming your system generates at least 100 fps with your specifications, you might also consider a 144 hz monitor at 1080p resolution.
If your frame rate is significantly higher than 144, consider G-Sync when exploring monitor options. High frame rates can lead to tearing and other problems that G-Sync will mitigate by synchronizing the GPU with your monitor, resulting in smoother performance and improved visuals.
Frame rates vary depending on the game; for instance, in CS:GO, I typically experience 180 to 300 frames per second.
They are, indeed. Even 144Hz monitors can become quite expensive rapidly. The newest, fastest displays are currently high-end. I’ve noticed many similar questions about tearing and related issues. GSync/FreeSync is typically recommended as a solution. FreeSync tends to be more affordable, and Nvidia supports it, though you’ll need to research compatibility with specific models. GSync is exclusive to Nvidia and generally works seamlessly out of the box.