1440p Now, or G-Sync Later?

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I built a new pc a few weeks ago, and currently have to use an old 1024 x 768 display. I really want a G-Sync display, but they're not even out yet. I also like the QNIX QX2710 Evolution II, which is supposed to be great for the money, with a high resolution and great colors, but no G-Sync. So should I wait for G-Sync, or get the QNIX? I don't want to spend more than $340.

I have a feeling for G-Sync I would need to get one that is only 1080p and has worse color since I'm on a budget. Unless of course those Korean panels will support G-Sync. It's doubtful though.

Btw my gpu is a gtx 770.
 
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Korean panels unlikely to support GSYNC. Only model that the DIY kit works with is the ASUS VG248QE, which you can buy without the kit or premodded from some retailers.

The colors on the VG248QE aren't horrible once you've configured it. It's just horrible out of the box, which is the main problem. As far as games go, it looks fine once you've set it up.

That being said, if you want 1440p with better colors, go for the QNIX, or if you want 1440p GSYNC, you might not wanna bother, because the soonest upcoming GSYNC 1440p is the ROG Swift, and that's quoted to be a $799 monitor.
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Korean panels unlikely to support GSYNC. Only model that the DIY kit works with is the ASUS VG248QE, which you can buy without the kit or premodded from some retailers.

The colors on the VG248QE aren't horrible once you've configured it. It's just horrible out of the box, which is the main problem. As far as games go, it looks fine once you've set it up.

That being said, if you want 1440p with better colors, go for the QNIX, or if you want 1440p GSYNC, you might not wanna bother, because the soonest upcoming GSYNC 1440p is the ROG Swift, and that's quoted to be a $799 monitor.
 
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So is gsync not the huge deal that some people make it out to be?
 
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The issue with going to 1440p is that your card likely can't deliver 60Hz on that resolution in demanding games. And, ironically, you'd likely need G-sync :p
If you don't really need 1440p then there are 1080p monitors with perfect colors. If you want 1440p you're likely going to need one of two things, SLI or G-sync. There is the upcoming Asus monitor that includes those two in one (http://rog.asus.com/296652014/news/rog-announces-the-pg278q-swift-27-inch-wqhd-g-sync-gaming-monitor/ ) It all depends on what your monitor priorities are.

EDIT: I didn't know the price point of the ROG swift, holy balls :p
 
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Haha yeah, I can't imagine paying that much for TN.
For demanding games, I think I'll just run the game at 1080p or decrease the quality. All the other games can still benefit, as well as general computing.
 
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Hahahaha, That was my expression too when I saw the price point. Holy Balls.

Don't get me wrong - for gaming, G-SYNC is everything it's cracked up to be. If you're looking at just straight-1080p gaming, I say go for it. The fact it keeps things buttery smooth as long as you stay over 30fps will extend the life of your card a bit on its own, as you won't feel too pressured to get something new at higher framerates. (Don't get me wrong, 100 fps still looks awesome, but its amazing how good 40 fps can look)

TN Panels can look good. You just have to shell out for a decent one. All the first impressions of the TN panel on the Swift were nothing but compliments. The VG248QE falls in this category too. I have no color complaints on mine, and games look *Great* once you configure it (if you have to, my buddy who got one didn't have to) and the 144 Hz refresh rate is buttery smooth. I have a youtube video of Metro: LL's benchmark compared against Vsync if you're interested.
 
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HOLY BALLS - Linus
 
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