Budget Photo/Gaming Monitor? 2K/4K vs 1080p Pros & Cons?

Joeyheads

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+Do you have a specific monitor you would recommend for photo editing and intermediate gaming?
===> Preferably IPS (better color)
===> My max budget is about $400

+Do you have any other thoughts about choosing a monitor, especially about 2K/4K vs 1080p resolution? (If I saved up, is it worth the switch, will it affect gaming performance much...)

I have the option to get a 27" Monoprice CrystalPro 2560x1440p IPS monitor at $270 right now (normally ~$400), which is what inspired these questions.

Thanks!
 

Joeyheads

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Thanks. I guess I should've added to the last part (I did now) if I saved, or waited for prices to drop, is it worth the switch. I suppose if it was a 4K I'd be willing to drop a little more money too.