I'm looking to buy a monitor for my gaming setup, especially since I have an RTX 5080. However, I'm feeling a bit lost when it comes to choosing between different types of panels like VA, IPS, and OLED. I know OLEDs are the top choice but they can be pretty pricey. Can anyone suggest which panel I should go for, and recommend some brands? Also, what exactly are mini LED and VA panels? I'm based in Indonesia, so my options are a bit limited.
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Here's a quick rundown of panel types ranked from best to worst: Mini LED, OLED, IPS, and VA. If you're gaming with an RTX 5080, aim for a monitor with at least a 144 Hz refresh rate, but honestly, you might want to push for 165 Hz or even higher for peak performance. Aiming for a 1440p monitor with a 1 ms response time and an IPS panel would provide a smooth experience!
Hold on, are you saying mini LED is actually better than OLED?
I agree, but if you're using a 5080, why settle for less than 240 Hz? You'll really want to take advantage of that power without any bottlenecks.