New Gaming Monitor

Capcityff3531

I built a PC earlier this year. I run an AMD Ryzen 5 3600X with a RTX 2070 Mini. I use my PC for general productivity work and gaming. The monitor I currently have is the HP - 27f 27" IPS LED FHD FreeSync 75hz.

I wanted to upgrade to a better gaming monitor and I figured with the Black Friday prices, this would be a great time. However, I’m not exactly sure what to get, or what my computer can handle.

My main questions are 1440p or 1080p? What screen size is best with either of those that it’s still running at a high refresh rate?

I saw Best Buy has the Dell S3220DGF which is 1440p and 32 inches. However, I’ve heard once you hit 32 inches, you might want better than 1440p. Also, will running at 1440p reduce refresh rate to the point that it’s not worth it? Or is my hardware good enough?

Or would it be better to stick to 27 inches at 1440p?

Another Best Buy option is the Samsung CRG5. It’s 1080p at 27 inches but 240hz refresh rate. Would be PC be able to reach numbers like that?

At Microcenter, I've had two recommended to me.

Dell S2719DGF 27" WQHD and HP X27i

I’ve done a ton of research but found a lot of conflicting information and I wasn’t sure what would work best with what I already have. Thanks.

JS_MC

Hey @Capcityff3531 Welcome to the community! Personal recommendation is that if you're choosing a 27in monitor, I'd recommend 1440p. If you can, I'd also go with 144hz. You might not be able to hit 144hz in all games at max settings, but if you can get 100+ fps it's a much more enjoyable experience. The way I see it if you're going to be buying a new display, buy the best that you can within your budget. You might upgrade your PC hardware in the future but monitors typically last a bit longer than PC hardware. 

Hope this recommendation helps! 😊

Capcityff3531

Thanks for the advice.  Any recommendations on a specific monitor?  An employee at Microcenter recommended the HP X27i but I didn't see any in stock.  His selling point was the IPS panel.  I'm open to buying from anywhere.  Didn't want to spend more than $300 if possible.

JS_MC

Which of our locations are you shopping in? I'd be happy to make a recommendation based on the selection in your store!

Capcityff3531

Fairfax, VA
I bought the Gigabyte G27Q on Amazon but still unsure.

JS_MC

The Gigabyte G27Q is a great choice based on specs, but I'm not familiar with the panel in-person.

Here are my recommendations.

https://www.microcenter.com/product/512972/dell-s2719dgf-27-wqhd-155hz-hdmi-dp-freesync-led-gaming-monitor

https://www.microcenter.com/product/615206/samsung-jg56-27-wqhd-144hz-hdmi-dp-freesync-curved-led-gaming-monitor

Let me know if you have any questions about them! I'd be happy to talk further!

Capcityff3531

I was looking at the Dell one you mentioned quite a bit. The complaints I heard were it not being as good at IPS panel. For the same price, Gigabyte seems better. However, if that’s not the case, I think a brand like Dell or Samsung would be best. 

TS_JosephF

@Capcityff3531
I would prefer Samsung since I have never had a problem with my Samsung TV and Samsung monitor but that would really be a matter of preference.