I'm genuinely curious if anyone here is an owner of a 120hz-capable monitor, any feedback from you would be great. With my next build I've decided to stick with the old "go big or go home", with the following parts:
Monitor: Acer GD245HQ 23.6", 120hz, 2ms response, 80000:1 contrast, 3D
CPU: i5 2500k
Cooler: Scythe Mugen 2 Rev.B
MoBo: Asus P8P67 Pro
RAM: G.Skill (2x4gb) 1600mhz
GPU: EVGA GTX 580 (SLI in future)
PSU: CM Silent Pro Gold 1000w (for SLI + overclocking)
HDD: Spinpoint F3 1tb
SSD: Vertex 2 90gb
Case: CM Storm Sniper Black Edition
I don't really care for the 3D as much as the fact that it's 120hz. It's expensive, but the main reason I've picked that monitor is this - if a GTX580 can comfortably cross 70+ fps at 1900x1080 in so many games (100-120+ in SLI), what on earth is the point of having such a graphics setup if you end up playing on a 60hz monitor?
The most I can tell from reading forums/reviews is that 120hz monitors are mind-blowing for FPS games, which is primarily what I intend to play. Also, the whole "human eye can't tell difference beyond 60fps" is been proven to be largely BS, just a quick google search brings up tons of evidence on that fact. Apparently those who have experienced it can feel a VERY noticeable difference in smoothness and response between 60hz and 120hz, especially in fast-paced shooters.
Which also brings up the question of v-Sync. With 120hz native and v-Sync + triple buffering enabled, you would be in for some seriously smooth gameplay. But is there anyone on these forums who can attest to that?? Feedback on this topic is hard to come across, and feedback on my next build is also welcome