What Is The Difference Between DVI-I And DVI-D?
A DVI-D connector sends out a digital signal while a DVI-I connector can send out both a digital and an analog signal. Let’s dive deeper into these connectors.
Knowledge Base
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UltraWide vs Dual Monitors – Which Should You Choose?
Wondering whether you should get an ultrawide display or a dual monitor setup? Find out the answers for all use: casual, work and gaming.
Backlight Bleed Test – How To Test Your Monitor For Backlight Bleed
To test your display for backlight bleed, play a pitch-black video in full-screen. The light that you see around the edges of the screen is backlight bleed.
Which Cable Do I Need For 144Hz?
For 1080p 144Hz you will need DisplayPort, Dual-Link DVI, or HDMI 1.3 (or higher), while 1440p 144Hz requires either HDMI 2.0 or DisplayPort 1.2.
TV vs Monitor – Which One Should I Pick?
Monitors usually have lower input lag, higher refresh rates and faster response times than TVs, which make them a better choice for gaming. Here’s a guide to help you make a good decision.
What Is VRR Brightness Flickering And Can You Fix It?
On some high refresh rate monitors (mostly VA and OLED), VRR can sometimes cause brightness flickering with FPS fluctuations. It’s possible to reduce or fix it.
What Is VA Smearing And Can You Fix It?
Learn everything you need to know about VA panel smearing and what you can do to reduce it to more tolerable amounts.
What Is The Best Anti Aliasing Mode?
Which anti-aliasing mode should you pick? SSAA? MSAA? TXAA? SMAA? We’ll tell you all about those (and more), and we’ll tell you which one to pick!
What Is Pixel Density And Pixels Per Inch (PPI)?
What does pixel density and pixels per inch (PPI) mean? Here’s everything you need to know so you can make the best possible buying decision.
What Is Screen Tearing And How Do You Fix It?
Screen tearing can really take away from the gaming immersion. Luckily, there are a few ways to make it go away for good.
What Is FreeSync And What Does It Do?
AMD FreeSync technology synchronizes monitor’s refresh rate (Hz) with the graphics card’s frame rate (FPS) to eliminate screen tearing and stuttering.
What Is V-SYNC And Is It Worth It?
V-Sync eliminates screen tearing, but it also introduces input lag and limits your FPS to the monitor’s max refresh rate.
What Is LED Local Dimming?
What is local dimming on LED LCD displays and is it a good feature? What types of dimming exist and which is best? Let’s find out.