I've already built my PC setup. However, I'm kind of struggling with my monitor.
I currently have a 2560x1440 IPS 27 inch monitor. The exact model is the Asus P2B78q. My old monitor was some crappy HP 27 inch TN monitor, that was 1080p.
IMO the upgrade was worth it, because the resolution jump was very noticeable. However, for some reason this monitor is giving me headaches. Specifically, it's doing a bit of a number on my eyes. I'm not sure why, seeing as my old monitor was worse in specs. So I know it's not ghosting or flickering causing it. IPS are also supposed to have better color/ and overall uniformity.
I'm still within my 30 day Amazon return period, and was highly considering trying out that new Dell 29 inch 2560x1080p. monitor ( U2913WM). The only reason I'm considering is, lately I've noticed that given the space in my room (my desk against the wall, and how far my chair can go out) - the screen is way too big vertically. My eyes rarely look up or down, and I think that's what is causing me headaches. I think the widescreen format, would work better given my space, and I would much more appreciate the horizontal sides than the vertical.
Here is my questions though:
2560x1080 seems like a very odd resolution. I'm guessing the monitor was made for Photo editing, and watching movies. Do most games even support 2560x1080?
Anyone on Gaf have this? Impressions?
Or is this monitor just considered a joke. Maybe I just need to go on over to the 120hz monitor side.