

Most monitors work at a fixed refresh rate – often 60Hz, which means the screen updates 60 times per second. After spending this much cash, a monitor that keeps up with the rest of your tech is an afterthought for many.
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Included: Power cable, 1.4m DisplayPort cable and USB 3.0 Type B cable.įor serious gamers it's not uncommon to spend upwards of £300 (around US$455, or AU$639) on a graphics card, and another £1000 (around $1,516 or AU$2,131) to kit out the high-end gaming PC required to get the leading edge in the latest fast-paced games.Connections: 1 x DisplayPort, 4 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 3.0 Type B.There's also an 'overdrive' setting that aims to improve panel response. If, for some reason, you decide not to use G-Sync there's an 'ULMB' (Ultra Low Motion Blur) mode, which can only be enabled at 120Hz, 100Hz or 85Hz, and also means you'll get less than 70% of the light output. Picture modes include a user-calibrated option, Eco, Standard, Gaming and Movie. The on-screen menu is simple, yet packs a lot of features. On the bottom-right of the screen you'll find the buttons for power and OSD interaction, all of which are push buttons rather than capacitive, and operate with a satisfying click. Speakers can be plugged directly into your PC, while a USB headset could be easily plugged directly into the side of the monitor if needed. It's also worth noting that there are no speakers built into the XB270HU, though it has to be said that inbuilt speakers on monitors are usually below-average at best. If you're looking for a QHD or IPS monitor with other video inputs then you won't get the benefit of the G-Sync technology. There's a complete lack of any other forms of video input, primarily because a DisplayPort is required for G-Sync to work.
