I have a ROG STRIX XG32VQ monitor with a native resolution of 1440p, but my GPU (Radeon 5100 wx) isn't powerful enough to handle most games at this resolution. What's the best approach here? Should I downscale the monitor through Windows, play games at 1080p, or adjust the game resolution scale to simulate 1080p?
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Honestly, you should avoid setting games to 1080p on a 1440p monitor. It just looks terrible. Focus on tweaking your in-game settings instead for better frame rates.
Using upscaling is your best bet. Native 1080p on a 1440p will look bad. If you can, try DLSS or FSR for better results. Even AMD has options like FSR 3, which aren't perfect but are an improvement over just dropping to 1080p.
Thanks for the tip! I didn’t think about using DLSS!
What are you aiming for in terms of FPS? Knowing your monitor's refresh rate could help options too. And don’t forget to share your full specs next time for better advice!
Good point! The screen size is also really important to know!
Right? More context helps us help you better!
If you're really set on 1080p, you could do that, but it can create a washed-out look. Just play with graphic settings at 1440p and see if you can get an acceptable framerate that way.
I'd recommend keeping your settings at 1440p, but lower some graphical options instead. Try reducing textures to medium or low, especially for shadows and water effects. This way, you'll get a visually better experience compared to playing at 1080p on your monitor.
Exactly! Don’t mess with resolution just yet. Just lowering those settings can significantly improve performance.
And remember, shadows are huge FPS killers. Tackle those settings first!
Yeah, upscaling tech has come a long way, definitely worth using!