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2018/12/19 11:25:20 (permalink)
So I was lucky enough to win a 2080 from the live stream Friday, and now that they got back to me and I officially claimed it, it's time to look at monitors to replace my 6 year old 1080p60hz nothing special display. 
 
I had already been saving up a little for a 2060 and planning on sticking at 1080p. But since EVGA is hooking me up with the 2080, I figure I have to use that savings on a display. 
 
Unfortunately I can't afford to go wild and get some $700 amazing display or anything. 
 
So far I found this Dell at Best Buy that is a 24in 165hz 1440p with G-sync for $320. I think 24in is the perfect size for my setup, I sit pretty close to my display, so 27in might be too big but I can adjust if need be. I also feel like I'd rather have the higher refresh and gsync at 1440p than 4k60 without gsync. Anyone have opinions on that aspect of it? 
 
Just looking around for $320 I can't find anything that's even remotely close in price and as good a balance for my setup/wants. I know it's a TN panel but reviews say it's fairly decent. 
 
Anyone have any other suggestions. I would probably go up to around $400 for the right deal but would obviously prefer savings. Budget is a factor here. I also absolutely hate rebates, so I won't mess with those. 
 
Thanks in advance!
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    fearpoint
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    Re: Monitor Advice? 2018/12/20 14:30:49 (permalink)
    Gsync is a must. I'd go as big as possible since monitors aren't something people upgrade often and will be used for a long time.
     
    I use a TN gsync and its great. 
     
    Congrats on winning sweet sweet EVGA swag!
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    Re: Monitor Advice? 2018/12/22 12:31:41 (permalink)
    That's probably the same monitor I'm looking at.  Link Since I added it to my shopping list, none are available new in 24", only used.  I won't be looking to buy for a couple months anyway.
     
    edit... yep, that's the same one.  If you look at the reviews on amazon, there are suggestions for color settings to make it look better.
    post edited by HaywireHaywood - 2018/12/22 12:36:57


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    Re: Monitor Advice? 2018/12/24 18:42:07 (permalink)
    HaywireHaywood
    That's probably the same monitor I'm looking at.  Link Since I added it to my shopping list, none are available new in 24", only used.  I won't be looking to buy for a couple months anyway.
     
    edit... yep, that's the same one.  If you look at the reviews on amazon, there are suggestions for color settings to make it look better.


    Dell makes a nice display. I think the g-sync, 165Hz, 1440p would be awesome for a 2080.


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    Re: Monitor Advice? 2019/01/14 23:47:43 (permalink)
    AOC has some affordable monitors with g-sync also.
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