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Acer XB271HUA 27" 1440p 144hz TN G-SYNC Gaming Monitor - $697 + Delivery @ Harvey Norman

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Acer XB271HUA 27" 1440p 144hz TN G-SYNC Gaming Monitor - $697 + Delivery @ Harvey Norman
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Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 09:19 harveynorman.com.au (495 clicks)
Last edited 11/01/2019 - 13:14 by 1 other user

At CES 2019, Nvidia announced that Nvidia's drivers would, as of next week, partially work with monitors that have the VESA Adaptive Sync protocol over DisplayPort.

In other words: Nvidia owners won't necessarily need to pair their GPU with a G-Sync capable monitor anymore. Nvidia announced a range of "G-Sync Compatible" monitors, a small range of displays that met Nvidia's standards and would automatically support variable refresh rate for GTX 10 and RTX 20 series cards with Nvidia's first driver release for 2019. Meaning some FreeSync monitors will conform to Nvidia's G-Sync.

We won't know much about the results till the 15th of January when the update releases and bench-marking will be performed. So if you aren't sure, wait till then and do your own research on what is right for you (if you're in the market).

At this price, it's currently $100 off retail for a saving of approximately 12.5%. I bit the bullet last night and bought one because it was perfect for what I needed.

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  • Lanson on 11/01/2019 - 09:26
    -5

    IMO TN Monitor is not suit for gaming…

    • NegEveryone on 11/01/2019 - 09:29
      +5

      always IPS

      • Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 09:34
        +10

        IPS panels solve the issues of TN panels, with better color reproduction and viewing angles, but do so at the cost of refresh rate and response time. IPS panels are especially useful for those not wanting to play too competitively, but want a beautiful/immersive visual experience.

        So for competitive games, FPS etc, TN > IPS imo

        • murphinator69 on 11/01/2019 - 13:28
          +1

          XB271HU (IPS) has a 4ms response time compared to 1ms for this one. Also clocks up to 165hz. Can a human really experience the difference between these two screens, and know the HUA is faster?

          • Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 13:42

            @murphinator69: i swear i can :)

          • jasswolf on 11/01/2019 - 16:00

            @murphinator69: The human eye can pick up up to 1000 fps in some respects. The long term goal for flicker free fluid motion displays is targeting 1000hz.

      • HKS on 11/01/2019 - 09:35

        IPS is too slow, mva is a balance between ips colours and tn response time.

    • edfoo on 11/01/2019 - 11:27
      +1

      TN is actually better for fast action gaming due to its faster response time compared to IPS, but TN's image quality looks pale and ugly in comparison.

    • Ostrk on 11/01/2019 - 13:10
      +1

      Except that TN is the best for gaming? low response times, high refresh rates, no ghosting and cheap prices. It's why most 'gaming' monitors even some high end ones are TN.

      • Diji on 12/01/2019 - 13:07
        +1

        Competitive gaming, sure. If you're playing RPGs or basically anything non competitive you'll be able to appreciate the visuals better with an IPS panel.

  • Funky777 on 11/01/2019 - 09:29
    +1

    Even better with the Amex deal.

  • jztilly on 11/01/2019 - 09:35
    +2

    So g-sync monitors aren't a good idea now as you're locked into geforce. Whereas if you grab a freesync monitor, you're open to both card manufacturers

    • Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 09:36

      yep spot on! this deal is ideal for those locked into an nvidia-based system who don't plan on changing/upgrading.

    • FrugalFrella on 11/01/2019 - 09:37
      +1

      Only if you get one of the officially approved G-Sync and Free-Sync monitors. You can always risk it with one not officially approved by NVIDIA but could see some sketchy results

      • Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 09:41

        nvidia have claimed they've tested 400 models and of those only 12 are fully approved/compatible. Doesn't mean that others aren't going to work.

        waiting for the 15th is the right idea for those not sure/looking to save approx $100-$400, depending on the ideal type of monitor.

    • Letrico on 11/01/2019 - 09:41
      -1

      Not really, it is only made compatible with software while g sync ultimate will rely on hardware and software. You will get comparable performance but g sync certified won't be better than g sync with ultimate.

      • Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 09:43
        -1

        "G-Sync Ultimate" is literally just "G-Sync HDR". Even if you buy a HDR FreeSync monitor, it will not work with "G-Sync Ultimate".

        • Letrico on 11/01/2019 - 10:08

          That is true, but g sync compatible won't be as good as g sync. It is still a hardware vs software limitation.

          This is actually a smart move by NVIDIA because they let people to try g sync with inferior monitors and make them move to g sync monitors.

          • Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 10:12
            -1

            @Letrico: we can't make that call till the software is released though.

            • Letrico on 11/01/2019 - 10:17
              +1

              @Carrian: NVIDIA never makes a consumer friendly decision, not in terms of profit. Don't put too much hope in having g sync performance for the price of freesync.

    • murphinator69 on 11/01/2019 - 10:41

      Is being locked into geforce so bad considering they're so much better than the competition?

      • jztilly on 11/01/2019 - 11:03
        +1

        lol good point. i was going to take a stab at AMD video cards but thought i'd leave it. nvidia can't really be beat in the foreseeable future

      • Diji on 12/01/2019 - 13:09

        I'd rather not be vendor locked for multiple generations of cards. My current monitor has been chugging along for years and has seen at least 2 swaps from green team to red and vice versa.

    • [Deactivated] on 11/01/2019 - 10:43

      That's a really good point actually.

      I wonder if this will sway some people from G-Sync to Freesync, just to leave options for GPUs open.

      • Letrico on 11/01/2019 - 10:49

        This only allows wider monitor option for Nvidia users. It does not provide G-Sync to AMD cards.

        • Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 11:00

          you've missed the point. buying a fully compatible freesync monitor leaves the option to purchase either type of card

          • Letrico on 11/01/2019 - 11:18

            @Carrian: That is true, I know some who stick to AMD because they have a freesync monitor. I was only thinking from sammyrc34 perspective that people moving from Nvidia to AMD.

            • [Deactivated] on 11/01/2019 - 12:15

              @Letrico: Yes, that's what I was getting at. Were I to still partial to the green team, I would actually consider a freesync monitor.

  • jasswolf on 11/01/2019 - 09:49
    +4

    There's a massive TN panel refresh coming, and I expect 1440p 144hz true 8-bit panels to be coming for around this price (perhaps cheaper)

    Hold out for those of you can, especially given that this is an incredibly weak deal for an aging monitor.

    MSI, Acer, Lenovo and others have models set to launch.

    • Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 09:54
      +1

      tbh i was hesitant to post. i put disclaimers in the description but didn't know about the refresh. when do you think the new paneled monitors will hit?

      • jasswolf on 11/01/2019 - 09:59
        +1

        The first ones without adaptive sync have already launched in Japan, and there's laptops launching at the end of the month using them, so I expect to see plenty over the next 6 weeks.

        Acer and MSI have supposedly paper launched already too.

        Basically they're 1080p and 1440p 240hz panels with binnings that go all the way down to 60hz, so if you're buying a 6-bit or 6-bit + FRC panel today, you'll be left behind by this year's monitors.

        • Carrian on 11/01/2019 - 10:11
          +1

          end of the day if I can get something good reselling this and then upgrade, it's not the biggest loss in the world. it's perfect for what I need now. Hopefully I can get a HDR G-Sync monitor as an upgrade within the next 2 years.

          Cheers for the info :)

    • murphinator69 on 11/01/2019 - 11:02

      What is the timeframe for release of these newer models? What about more affordable, new IPS models with less QC issues?

      Forever seeking 1440p 144hz+ without spending 900+ and not needing to return.

    • Mesmus on 11/01/2019 - 15:35

      Do you know when?

  • thatguyfromthatplace on 11/01/2019 - 10:44
    -1

    TN makes the baby Jesus cry. Especially a $700 TN… in 20 goddamn 19. Unless you're a part of 0.00000000001% of gamers who are the e-sport elite, you don't need one.

    • Diji1 on 11/01/2019 - 11:02

      0.00000000001%

      Doesn't matter who you are, you're still slower than some of the competition without a TN.

    • klaw81 on 11/01/2019 - 11:03

      TN is absolutely fine for gaming and if that's your primary use for your screen, it's nothing to be concerned with. If you're concerned about colour accuracy, by all means pay extra for IPS.

      • jasswolf on 11/01/2019 - 15:58

        Colour range. Colour accuracy comes down to calibration.

  • [Deactivated] on 11/01/2019 - 14:34

    Great price! Same price Bought previously from computer alliance with free post combine with 5% off eBay gift card.
    I will highly recommend if it is not from HN.

  • Bargain4Days on 11/01/2019 - 20:02

    Dunno why alot of people are dissing tn panels, I had serveral ips "gaming" monitors, yes the performance was similar if not on par with the tn ones (maybe placebo?). Same spec QHD 144hz, I had big issues with black ligt bleeding, tn never had these issue and most good tn panels have colour comparable to ips, so dont let tn panel put you off

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