Is it possible to operate a 240Hz display at a refresh rate of 144Hz?

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Is it possible to operate a 240Hz display at a refresh rate of 144Hz?

Is it possible to operate a 240Hz display at a refresh rate of 144Hz?

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UnicornWuver
Member

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05-08-2018, 08:39 AM

#1

Greetings, I'm seeking details regarding the "Alienware AW2518H monitor with G-Sync." I’m assembling a new gaming PC:

Nvidia GTX 1070 Ti graphics card
Ryzen 7 2700X processor
16GB RAM at 3200MHz speed.

I intend to purchase this monitor alongside these components, but I'd like to downgrade the refresh rate from 240Hz to 144Hz as it seems excessive for my current needs. I have two inquiries:

1. Is G-Sync compatible if I operate the monitor at a 144Hz refresh rate?
2. Will there be any issues utilizing 144Hz on this model, specifically concerning ghosting or screen tearing?

My goal is to utilize 240Hz initially and maintain it for future upgrades when I replace my graphics card and processor, then transition back to 240Hz later.

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UnicornWuver

05-08-2018, 08:39 AM #1

Greetings, I'm seeking details regarding the "Alienware AW2518H monitor with G-Sync." I’m assembling a new gaming PC:

Nvidia GTX 1070 Ti graphics card
Ryzen 7 2700X processor
16GB RAM at 3200MHz speed.

I intend to purchase this monitor alongside these components, but I'd like to downgrade the refresh rate from 240Hz to 144Hz as it seems excessive for my current needs. I have two inquiries:

1. Is G-Sync compatible if I operate the monitor at a 144Hz refresh rate?
2. Will there be any issues utilizing 144Hz on this model, specifically concerning ghosting or screen tearing?

My goal is to utilize 240Hz initially and maintain it for future upgrades when I replace my graphics card and processor, then transition back to 240Hz later.

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Demonsss91
Posting Freak

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05-09-2018, 09:05 AM

#2

Doesn’t the core purpose of G-sync involve utilizing a fluctuating refresh rate? Considering my experience, I don't foresee any difficulties. I own a 144Hz display and consistently game at 60 frames per second without encountering problems. Moreover, that monitor operates at 1080p resolution, which would naturally allow for a substantial frame rate.

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Demonsss91

05-09-2018, 09:05 AM #2

Doesn’t the core purpose of G-sync involve utilizing a fluctuating refresh rate? Considering my experience, I don't foresee any difficulties. I own a 144Hz display and consistently game at 60 frames per second without encountering problems. Moreover, that monitor operates at 1080p resolution, which would naturally allow for a substantial frame rate.

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Digiton
Junior Member

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05-09-2018, 10:30 AM

#3

Wouldn't the primary benefit of G-Sync be its ability to utilize a fluctuating refresh rate? https://pcmonitors.info/others/nvidia-g-...echnology/ I don’t believe this would present any difficulties. I own a 144Hz display and consistently play games at 60 frames per second without encountering problems. Furthermore, that monitor is operating at 1080p resolution, which naturally allows for a substantial frame rate.

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Digiton

05-09-2018, 10:30 AM #3

Wouldn't the primary benefit of G-Sync be its ability to utilize a fluctuating refresh rate? https://pcmonitors.info/others/nvidia-g-...echnology/ I don’t believe this would present any difficulties. I own a 144Hz display and consistently play games at 60 frames per second without encountering problems. Furthermore, that monitor is operating at 1080p resolution, which naturally allows for a substantial frame rate.

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GenTheHuman
Junior Member

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05-09-2018, 11:46 AM

#4

Absolutely, you can always play at a reduced refresh rate.

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GenTheHuman

05-09-2018, 11:46 AM #4

Absolutely, you can always play at a reduced refresh rate.

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XxAlenxX
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05-09-2018, 10:21 PM

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Jesper Heidenberg Hansen:

Doesn’t the primary benefit of G-Sync lie in its ability to utilize a fluctuating refresh rate? https://pcmonitors.info/others/nvidia-g-...echnology/ I don't foresee any problems. I own a 144Hz display and consistently play games at 60 frames per second without difficulties. Furthermore, that monitor is only 1080p resolution, which naturally allows for high frame rates.

Thank you for your response. Will I need to reduce the graphical settings in titles like PUBG or Fortnite? Or will I be able to run effectively at 144Hz on this 240Hz monitor? Taking into account my system – a 1070 Ti, Ryzen 7 2700X, and G-Sync – with these specifications.

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XxAlenxX

05-09-2018, 10:21 PM #5

Jesper Heidenberg Hansen:

Doesn’t the primary benefit of G-Sync lie in its ability to utilize a fluctuating refresh rate? https://pcmonitors.info/others/nvidia-g-...echnology/ I don't foresee any problems. I own a 144Hz display and consistently play games at 60 frames per second without difficulties. Furthermore, that monitor is only 1080p resolution, which naturally allows for high frame rates.

Thank you for your response. Will I need to reduce the graphical settings in titles like PUBG or Fortnite? Or will I be able to run effectively at 144Hz on this 240Hz monitor? Taking into account my system – a 1070 Ti, Ryzen 7 2700X, and G-Sync – with these specifications.