Recommended lower-end graphics card for Ultra HD 60Hz monitor?

edyoung

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Hi, I'm looking to move to a 3840x2160 monitor in a few months (probably Lenovo ThinkVision 2840m or Samsung U28D590D, we'll see when there are some reviews out). I'll also need a new video card to keep up with it. I'm primarily a programmer rather than a gamer, so I'm not too concerned about 3D performance - basically I just want a whole bunch of text on screen at once ;-)

I need a video card which can drive the monitor at full resolution at 60Hz, which I understand means Display Port 1.2, without paying an arm and a leg. Does anyone have any recommendations? Most listings on newegg etc seem vague on whether the card actually does DP1.2.

I will likely go with EVGA GeForce GTX 750 (http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-GeForce-Dual-Link-Graphics-01G-P4-2751-KR/dp/B00IDG3NDY ) if no better solutions emerge, even though it seems overkill for my purposes.

Thanks in advance.
 

It would be fine for that.

 


I agree. There are many out there that just can't seem to have enough res. I'm happy with 1080 @ 120hz. :)
 

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It's not just about resolution. A large desktop is convenient for a number of tasks, that would mean enlarging the sheer size AND the resolution. Currently working with a Philips 288P, 3840x2160 at 28". The text is indeed small(er), so don't consider this option if that is not to your taste. That said, in windows you could always adjust settings to compensate.