Wife loves ARK
Wife loves ARK
True, but that 4-11fps can sometimes be important. It really depends on the game and the frame rate you're aiming for. The gap between 49-56fps and a smooth 60 would be clear. If you're already exceeding 60, upgrading to 75Hz or more wouldn't be worth it unless it reaches 75Hz or higher (most monitors increase from 60 to 75 to 100 to 120 to 144 to 155 to 165 to 240). Using the full refresh rate of your monitor often leads to a much better gaming experience. However, if you're on 144Hz or above, you probably won't notice FPS drops unless they fall below around 110, unless you're very sensitive.
It doesn't matter on an ARK monitor with a 60 Hz display at 1080p, it just won't work. You can achieve a locked 60 Hz frame in that game by adjusting your graphics settings manually. This approach ensures minimal loss in visual quality if you invest time in fine-tuning each setting.
Sure, you can achieve some impressive results by adjusting the settings. I managed to make Battlefront 2015 appear good quality at 1080p ultrawide on a GTX 660 with an X5650, even though it might have been a quad-core processor, achieving around 60fps. Based on my experience, you should aim for frames per second that match your monitor's refresh rate—like 60fps on a 60Hz display. However, I've noticed some monitors that can handle higher rates smoothly, while others struggle at certain frequencies.