Monitor Display Port 1.4 Vs 1.2. Is 1.4 That Much Better?

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by jaruler, Apr 22, 2020.

  1. jaruler

    jaruler Private First Class

    All

    i know almost nothing about monitors

    I am having a custom rig built and with Ryzen 9 3600, RTX 2060 super.

    i just bought a monitor because it has G-sync it was ASUS VG278QR (£250). but i just learned its display port is 1.2 and not 1.4.

    To be able to return the monitor and get a refund for something better i need to know within days if i should keep it or return it.

    I need a monitor to be at least .
    G-Sync compatible
    27"+
    144mhz refresh rate

    I like the option of 4k but when will i use this? if ever. I do not know.

    As i do more research on monitors i think i need one that has a 1.4 display port to make best use of gaming when using the RTX 2060 super?

    I cannot work out if i will need a better monitor with display port 1.4 or keep what i have. this ASUS VG278QR has a refresh rate of 165. but will be using that with my new rig? will my rig be able to give me a better gaming experience but held back by the display port 1.2?

    Is 1.4 that much better for gaming than 1.2? If so, by how much benefit will i get?

    Should i send back the ASUS VG278QR and get a refund and opt for either of the below:

    Pixio prime PX7
    LG 27GL83A-B
    LG 27GL850-B (might be to costly)
    LG 27GL65F-B

    Max i want to spend is £400

    I have bought a Display port cable that handles 1.4 in preparation.

    thank you all
     
  2. harmless

    harmless Staff Sergeant


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