Got a NVIDIA graphics card in your computer? You'll want to take a closer look at a G-SYNC monitor if you want a better gaming experience. Recently, prices have dropped on G-SYNC monitors as more competition has entered the market so you're no longer having to pay a significant premium for the tech.

Now, it's worth noting that NVIDIA has enabled adaptive sync with certain FreeSync monitors, but the list of supported monitors isn't very lengthy. If you want a seamless solution to pair with your NVIDIA GPU, you'll want to invest into a G-SYNC monitor.

What is G-SYNC?

G-SYNC is a type of display technology that synchronizes display refresh rates to a NVIDIA GPU to eliminate screen tearing, minimize display stutter and input lag. The result is a smoother and faster gaming experience, and many who have experienced it have a hard time going back. If your video card is capable of pushing you past 100 frames per second (FPS) in the games you play, you'll want to take advantage of that performance with a G-SYNC monitor.

Below, you'll find our picks for the top G-SYNC monitors currently available, in a variety of sizes, screen ratios, and resolutions.




1. Our Pick: ASUS ROG Swift PG279QZ



Our best overall pick comes from ASUS, with the ROG Swift PG279QZ. The 27" monitor features an IPS panel and a max refresh rate of 165Hz with 178-degree viewing angles. Max resolution is 2560 x 1440 and it delivers great visuals with its 1000:1 contrast ratio. With a slim 6mm bezel, it's also a great display for multi-monitor setups and comes equipped with built-in 2-watt speakers, although no real gamer will resort to using those.

This monitor comes with an ergonomically-designed stand with full tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustment for the perfect viewing position.
Size27"
Aspect Ratio16:9
Panel TypeIPS
Max Resolution2560 x 1440
Max Refresh Rate165Hz
Max Brightness350 cd/m²
Max Contrast Ratio1000:1
PortsHDMI, DisplayPort, 3.5mm, 2 x USB 3.0
Response Time4ms
VESA Mounting Interface100 x 100 mm





2. Best G-SYNC Monitor on a Budget: Dell Gaming S2716DGR



If you're shopping on a budget, the Dell S2716DGR is as good as it gets for an affordable G-SYNC monitor. Its major drawbacks are the TN panel and narrow viewing angles, but it delivers a 144Hz refresh rate and 2560 x 1440 resolution without emptying the bank account. It also has a very impressive 1ms response time, an extremely important specification for gamers. It won't offer the best picture quality of the bunch, but you'll have to sacrifice somewhere to save money.

Another benefit to this monitor is that it's often on sale, so keep an eye for any discounts. Dell also offers a 24" version that can be overclocked to 165Hz.
Size27"
Aspect Ratio16:9
Panel TypeTN
Max Resolution2560 x 1440
Max Refresh Rate144Hz
Max Brightness350 cd/m²
Max Contrast Ratio1000:1
PortsHDMI, DisplayPort, 3.5mm, 4 x USB 3.0
Response Time1ms
VESA Mounting Interface100 x 100 mm





3. Best 4K G-SYNC Monitor: Acer Predator XB273K



Rocking a 2080 Ti and want to enjoy 4K gaming at a high frame rate? The Acer Predator XB273K is the monitor for you, boasting 3840 x 2160 resolution and a maximum refresh rate of 144Hz when overclocked. It's a 27" offering with an IPS panel and a 4ms response time. It's also a certified VESA DisplayHDR 400 monitor, so you'll get great contrast and accurate colors to go along with that pixel density.
Size27"
Aspect Ratio16:9
Panel TypeIPS
Max Resolution3840 x 2160
Max Refresh Rate144Hz
Max Brightness350 cd/m² (Native), 400 cd/m² (Peak, HDR Mode)
Max Contrast Ratio1000:1
PortsHDMI, DisplayPort, 4 x USB
Response Time4ms
VESA Mounting Interface100 x 100 mm





4. Best Ultrawide G-SYNC Monitor: Dell Alienware AW3418DW



Ultrawide, 21:9 gaming is picking up steam, although there's still plenty of controversy with competitive games supporting the format. But if you're sold on ultrawide, Dell's Alienware AW3418DW is a top pick for G-SYNC. The 34" monitor has a resolution of 3440 x 1440 with an IPS panel, topping out at 120Hz when overclocked. It's a 1900R curved display to offer an immersive experience with ultrathin bezels.
Size34"
Aspect Ratio21:9
Panel TypeIPS
Max Resolution3440 x 1440
Max Refresh Rate120Hz
Max Brightness300 cd/m²
Max Contrast Ratio1000:1
PortsHDMI, DisplayPort, 3.5mm, 3 x USB 3.0
Response Time4ms
VESA Mounting Interface100 x 100 mm





5. Best 1080P G-SYNC Monitor: ASUS ROG Swift PG258Q



Don't have a top-of-the-line GPU or prefer high frame rate over pixels? This 24.5" 1080p monitor from ASUS offers 1ms response time and a native 240Hz refresh rate, making it one of the fastest monitors available. Like the Dell S2716DGR, the ROG Swift PG258Q uses a TN panel so it has more narrow viewing angles. Don't expect the same picture quality as an IPS or VA panel, but it's still a great pick if you want an extremely fast monitor.
Size24.5"
Aspect Ratio16:9
Panel TypeTN
Max Resolution1920 x 1080
Max Refresh Rate240Hz
Max Brightness400 cd/m²
Max Contrast Ratio1000:1
PortsHDMI, DisplayPort, 3.5mm, 2 x USB 3.0
Response Time1ms
VESA Mounting Interface100 x 100 mm




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