Hello sifu's, I'm planning to build ever rig ( HYPE ! ) so right now I'm just learning about PC's in general, studying their parts, checking user reviews etc. My dilemma right now is I'm stuck at my GPU + Monitor combo. I really want to have the FreeSync or GSync feature. I have 2 options :

1. RX 480 + AOC G2460pf
2. GTX 1060 + *insert budget Gsync monitor here*

My priorities are 24inch, 1080p, 144hz. The only model that ticks all the boxes for a GSync monitor that I have found is the Acer Predator XB241h. But I couldn't find the reviews of it on YouTube ! Can someone help me please ? Do give me your suggestions on this FreeSync vs GSync topic.

This post has been edited by afkdanial: Aug 19 2016, 07:07 AM

Whatever your pick is basically base upon your budget, but I can say freesync = gsync in terms of usage but freesync is way cheaper. A freesync monitor cost at least few hundred cheaper. I personally went with a RX480 and a Viewsonic XG2401. the AOC G2460PF is not really a good choice base on reviews saying the colour is not as good. You can read here for more info.

http://wecravegamestoo.com/forums/monitor-...tml#post1357728

I'd say go with gsync.. I'm using freesync and screen tearing is still pretty bad on some games. Like dota and rocket league has bad screen tearing while rise of the tomb raider and mass effect series is still decent. I don't know how gsync is better, but if you let me choose again I'll go gsync considering my experience.

edit: I realize that freesync works best within 40-70 fps. My dota and rocket league is going over 120 fps in-game. Maybe thats the problem.

This post has been edited by blackblackk: Aug 20 2016, 03:07 PM

I've never tried Freesync but used a few GSync LCD's when it was launched and the experience was fantastic, you won't go wrong with it.

whats your freesync range on the monitor? certain model only goes up to 75hz

unfortunately, there's no budget Gsync.

This post has been edited by Skylinestar: Aug 20 2016, 09:43 PM

icic, then mine probably goes to only 75hz, meaning i should turn on vsync and freesync at the same time?

normally i turn off vsync since i have freesync

but screen tearing is still bad with freesync on for 100+ fps.

for me i dont notice screen tear above 100fps because my monitor supports a freesync range of 144hz.
If the monitor doesn't support 144hz freesync, of course it will have screen tear.

If the frame rate went out of your freesync range. Turn on both free sync and v-sync to eliminate the screen tearing but there'll be input lag for it. The freesync range depends on the model.

This post has been edited by zorbyss.: Aug 21 2016, 10:51 AM

once you go g sync you will never come back... but the price for the monitor is just meh..

Thanks, cause there is a lot of monitors out there having 144hz free sync... which didn't made sense to me at first.

what models support freesync for 144hz monitors, in malaysia?

please recommend me 27" 144hz freesync monitors. budget below RM2k.

Below 2k very less, maybe try korean monitor? Save you some money.. trusted seller


This post has been edited by blackblackk: Aug 21 2016, 09:54 PM

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This post has been edited by PsychoHDxMachine: Aug 29 2016, 08:27 PM

My overall budget for my intended rig is about 6K, including monitor and peripherals, which is why I'm leaning more towards Freesync. Thank you for the link, really interesting to read his points and the reviews of the other monitors. Right now, I think that the Viewsonic XG2401 is what I'm looking for. Really positive reviews on Tom's Hardware and PC Monitors. Btw, which RX 480 card are you using ? And how is your personal experience with the Viewsonic XG2401 so far ?

Feelsbadman. The cheapest 24inch Gsync monitor that I've found so far is the Acer XB241h. And even that one is around RM 900 more expensive then the Viewsonic XG2401

What monitor are you using right now bro ?