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Posted: 12/17/2016 11:07:08 AM EST
So I'm setting up my new LG 34UC79G-B 34" 21:9 Curved 144 Hz FreeSync IPS Monitor I got for Christmas and I wanted to know what connection is better for gaming? Does it matter if I use HDMI or Display port? I don't plan on using audio through the monitor.
Link Posted: 12/17/2016 11:10:01 AM EST
[#1]
I could be wrong but I didn't think HDMI supported 144hz?

I use display port on my Acer Predator.
Link Posted: 12/17/2016 11:12:54 AM EST
[#2]
i believe display port is supposed to be the better option
Link Posted: 12/17/2016 11:15:24 AM EST
[#3]
Older versions of HDMI cannot handle the data for that resolution and refresh rate.  HDMI up to and including 1.2 cannot.  HDMI 1.3 can support 144 Hz for 1080p, however I am not sure if the extra resolution of the sides of your monitor would be a problem or not.  HDMI is at end of life.

Nvidia GPU's hooked to a monitor through HDMI will default to limited color space.  For some reason Nvidia drivers think that if you hook up through HDMI that you are attaching to a TV, every single setup I have done are this way.  You can manually fix it by going to Nvidia control panel > Resolution > Output Dynamic Range change from "limited" to "full."  

I use HDMI myself, just 1920x1080 @ 60Hz, however it's kind of a pain having to change the above setting every single time I update my drivers.  My monitor does not have displayport inputs or I would switch over.

Displayport can handle MUCH more data than HDMI can.  Also, the graphics card will default to full color range, and will be less of a hassle.  If you have the option, go displayport.
Link Posted: 12/17/2016 11:17:56 AM EST
[#4]
Thanks guys I'll use the display port for sure the manual says to make sure and use the cables that are included I guess you can't just use any cheap cable.
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