Monitors

What is G-Sync? Nvidia's Adaptive-Sync for monitors, laptops and TVs -- including G-Sync Compatible, G-Sync Ultimate and how it differs from FreeSync -- explained.

What's the meaning of the HEVC / H.265 and AVC / H.264? Video codecs and what they mean for 4K streaming explained.

What is the meaning of an IPS monitor? In-plane switching display panels explained.

What does it mean if a monitor, laptop or TV has FreeSync? AMD's Adaptive-Sync, including FreeSync Premium and FreeSync Premium Pro, explained.

Our display benchmarks help you decide what screen to put on your desktop. In order to provide greater insight into our PC monitor testing methods, we’re running down our procedures step-by-step.

What is 1440p resolution, also known as QHD or WQHD? Quad high definition explained.

What is the meaning of 720p resolution, also known as HD? High definition resolution explained.

What is the meaning of 1080p resolution, also known as Full HD (FHD)? Full high definition explained.

What is the meaning of 5K? 5K resolution explained.

What is the meaning of 2K? 2K resolution explained.

What is the meaning of EOTF? Electro-Optical Transfer Function explained.

What is the meaning of grayscale? PC monitor grayscale and grayscale tracking explained.

What’s the meaning of Delta E (dE)? Delta E values and what it means for monitors and color accuracy explained.

What is the meaning of OLED? Organic light-emitting diodes explained.

What's the meaning of 4K? 4K resolution, also known as UHD and 2160p, explained.

What is the meaning of WUXGA? WUXGA resolution explained.

AMD's FreeSync technology is gaining momentum, but is the buzz warranted? We did our own research, worked with Acer and spoke with AMD to find out.