I've opened my eyes!
I've opened my eyes!
Monitor prices aren't that high. A solid entry-level 144Hz model is the AOC 24G2 around $180. For a top-tier 1440p 144Hz display, the LG 27GN850 costs about $430. It's much cheaper than spending $699 on a 3080 series.
Since I’m currently using 4K, lowering to 1440p makes it tough for me to play next-gen titles. I’ll reflect on this and think about your advice.
I play my games on different displays: 1440p at 144Hz for strategy titles, and 4K at 120Hz with HDR for RPGs or story-driven experiences. This setup gives me the optimal feel in every game. Another point: a 27-inch monitor doesn’t show much difference between 4K and 1440p, and you can achieve higher frame rates on the former. Since your GPU is an 2080Ti, it should handle everything smoothly for now and still support newer games.
Your preference is SSD first, then monitor, followed by a new GPU. If you only have an HDD, the sequence would shift to monitor, GPU, and then SSD. Upgrading to 144Hz or even 240Hz displays will impress you with their smoothness, offering far more than just basic frame rates.