JANUARY 2021 PCWorld 45P
C gamers know that high refresh
rate monitors make games look
smoother. But do higher refresh
rate displays make games feel
smoother, too? After getting our grubby paws
on gear that measures system latency, we can
definitely say that yes, fast monitors provide
more responsive gameplay experiences foresports enthusiasts—though its effectiveness
depends on the visual settings you’re using to
play those games, and the tangible benefits
taper off the faster you go.
We recently received a 1080p Asus ROG
Swift PG259QNR display (go.pcworld.com/
pg25) in our labs. This silky-smooth 360Hz
G-Sync monitor runs a whopping six timesIMAGE: ASUSTested: Do high refresh rate
monitors make games faster?
Short answer: Faster monitors can make games feel more responsive. Long answer:
But it’s not the only thing to consider. BY BRAD CHACOS