Gaming focuses on both resolution and FPS, but it depends on the specific game and playstyle.
Gaming focuses on both resolution and FPS, but it depends on the specific game and playstyle.
I enjoy offline FPS or RPG titles, so I value screen resolution. I purchased a Dell S2417G 1440p monitor with 144Hz and G-Sync technology. This gives me the optimal combination of high quality and smooth performance. A solid 2K display with strong frame rates and G-Sync benefits should keep me at 144Hz in-game.
I feel the stress when I see below 75 fps at 1440p on my graphics card. I set FPSmax to 75 in AAA titles and adjust settings until I hit steady 75 fps. It’s called ghetto g-sync. For competitive games, I’m aiming for 150 fps at the same resolution.
I enjoy games that look stunning and value visual quality above quick loading times (as long as the speed isn’t excessive). Response time does matter sometimes, like in Counter-Strike, but for casual play I prefer a smoother experience. It’s all about what you want most. @Dan Castellaneta captured that nicely.
I struggle to accept that view, unless you’re playing games that are easy. Titles like deus ex don’t run well on ultra, which many benchmarks show. Even simple titles such as Vampyr can be tough on a GTX 1070 (based on my experience), but I still manage with a GTX 960. Even Divine Origins 2 suffers from performance drops when certain effects are used. Taking your point, ultra settings seem overrated because they’re mostly the same across games—just with exaggerated numbers. They create a false sense of speed. In reality, ultra is more about marketing than actual improvement. I’ve compared many configurations side by side, and it’s hard to find meaningful differences. Still, people treat ultra as if it were the ultimate setting, which isn’t true. High settings are close to perfection, but they don’t always deliver. I only use ultra for old games where a consistent 60 FPS is essential. Otherwise, I prioritize smoother performance, even if it means sacrificing some visuals. And I understand others value looks or top visuals; that’s okay. The issue is that pushing ultra pushes performance limits, and most settings end up being disappointing.
Disclaimer: I’m not claiming every ultra setting is useless. It really depends on the game and the specific configuration, though most tend to be subpar. The “ultra” preset is simply a misleading shortcut.