MSI MPG ARTYMIS 343CQR 165Hz VA UltraWide

MSI MPG ARTYMIS 343CQR 165Hz VA UltraWide

The 3440 x 1440 UltraWide experience is one which many users enjoy. It’s also a format where curving a screen arguably makes more sense compared to screens with a less wide aspect ratio. The monitor includes a silver-coloured ‘penguin foot’ stand base, made from powder-coated metal. The bottom bezel is dark grey to black matte ... Read More
 
REVIEW – Gigabyte M27Q 170Hz WQHD IPS model

REVIEW – Gigabyte M27Q 170Hz WQHD IPS model

Gigabyte continues to expand its lineup, with quite a few of their models now focusing on the high refresh rate 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) experience. The Gigabyte M27Q is their fourth high refresh rate WQHD IPS offering. As with other non-AORUS branded displays from the company, the monitor offers a simple look with plenty of ... Read More
 
Acer XB323QU NV 170Hz WQHD IPS model

Acer XB323QU NV 170Hz WQHD IPS model

For those looking for an immersive experience without needing to push 3840 x 2160 pixels, 32″ WQHD models can be particularly appealing. The Acer XB323QU NV is one such model, an addition to the Predator series and WQHD counterpart to the ‘4K’ XB323QK NV. The modern Predator styling is adopted, including sharp lines and a ... Read More
 
Acer XB273U NX 275Hz WQHD model with IPS panel

Acer XB273U NX 275Hz WQHD model with IPS panel

The high refresh rate IPS scene has really been gathering momentum lately. For many the combination of 27″ screen size and 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) resolution remains a happy medium. The Acer XB273U NX offers this experience, with the usual sharp-lined styling elements synonymous with the Predator series to which it belongs. This includes a ... Read More
 
Nvidia G-SYNC – variable refresh rate technology

Nvidia G-SYNC – variable refresh rate technology

Update: Model list updated. News piece below initially published 19th October 2013. Traditionally monitors operate at a fixed refresh rate – commonly 60Hz, 120Hz or 144Hz. When running graphically intensive content, such as games, frame rate can be expected to fluctuate in response to varying levels of ‘demand’ from the game or application. This introduces ... Read More
 
Acer XB323QK NV 31.5 inch 144Hz ‘4K’ UHD IPS model

Acer XB323QK NV 31.5 inch 144Hz ‘4K’ UHD IPS model

Update: Article updated based on new information from recent press release. News piece below initially published 23rd June 2020. The ~32″ screen size is something of a sweet spot for the ‘4K’ UHD resolution. The Acer XB323QK NV (XB323QK NVbmiiphuzx), of the Predator series, offers this combination and tacks on that all-important high refresh rate ... Read More