Do You Really Need a G-Sync Module? ViewSonic XG270QG Tested

How does the G-Sync Module of the XG270QG stack up against the G-Sync Compatible certification that the other monitors with the same LG Nano IPS panel have got? And what about Uncertified monitors? We'll find out.
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Index:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - The LG LM270WQA
2:14 - Tiers of G-Sync
4:50 - G-Sync Certified vs Module
8:28 - G-Sync Factory Color Calibration
9:19 - XG270QG has some other features
11:36 - Conclusion

[@greenspyke21]

great video, nice and objective approach like every time. I find your content very helpful. Keep up the good work, and more recognition will come, I am sure of this.

[@abdelrahmanmohamed8329]

there's also another feature to g-sync module, variable overdrive according to the frame rate

[@donmorelock4054]

I bought a G-Sync monitor in 2016, just bought an expensive g-Sync compatible monitor 2 weeks ago, I tried everything, locking in the fps at 120 ans 144hz, I tried all the low input and other options, but I always got a headache and dizzy after 10 to 15 min. I asked others that dont get motion sickness to try it, they both said they got a little bit of a headache from the g-Sync compatible monitor. I went back to my ASUS 2016 g-Sync 27inch monitor and no headache or dizziness. There is a HUGE difference even if you spend nearly $1,800 on a G-Sync compatible monitor (non module).

[@onuridvan]

So you are telling gsync module is really making a differance? I play fps games should I go for gsync module? I have to pay +200$ extra for gsync module one 😢

[@buttergolem8584]

Yes. I have an old 2016 Acer Predator with G-Sync module, but got me a new LG G-Sync compatible monitor. Great picture, better than my old one but my eyes hurt after a while when playing shooters. Tried everything but in the end I just got the newest Acer with a G-Sync module and no headaches.

[@maxirunpl]

Can you guys tell me some monitors with g-sync module. I would like to get one, but it's hard to find them.

[@almaximus03]

Great review! Thanks

[@zachhayes4954]

I like the review but wonder if your opinion would change if you had a more powerful GPU since you mentioned it limited your fps.

[@Retro_Driver]

Why was the G-Sync's module VO (Variable Overdrive) tuning capability and its significance not covered? Quite strange to leave that out...

[@smp219]

I really hope you give avg g2g response time , max and low . %errors and etc

[@ImSiggi]

im pretty sure that it is actually good if you have low fps and they get synced.. because usually what happens when you have low fps is that you get framedrops to like 0 or 1 fps and if they get synced it would work better i believe.

[@alpay_z_7025]

Love your vids can you review the Msi Optix G24C6P because i am really interested to buy the monitor. In germany it only costs 179€

[@MrMastadox]

Interesting video. Yet not unexpected.. Hopefully you will do a review of the MSI MAG274QRF-QD at some point. Supposedly the best ips 1440p gaming monitor out there when it comes to colors. it just lacks srgb fuction. And question. Listening to your video makes me wonder. Are you the same guy as the one of the Pete Complete series? Sounds a lot alike.

[@techlessYT]

Thanks! I'm not Pete Complete 😜

[@DeathDome_]

mmm are you saying its bad to not cap the fps and effectively lose gsync? ill try it, never heard of that, but im pretty sure in competitive games having higher fps than hz is good for input lag, partially visible frames, and with very high above monitor max: reduced stuttering. great video tho, i got the omen 27i

[@paulburger9904]

Great content.

[@2killme]

where can i find the list of monitors that have the module

[@rohanmobarrat2351]

hey . im gonna be buying vg259q but shipment is stuck is it worth buying the vg259q over vg249q ?

[@ozero_]

Can you check MSI MAG274R?

[@cHaMp630]

I've had 2 gsync monitors and 2 gsync compatible monitors and noticed no difference in actual use.

[@nostalgicplayer115]

Whats the difference of compatible and gsync.

[@Huntmx24]

Great video!

[@Erksah68]

Honestly not having variable oberdrive hurts a bit. I have an Omenx25f 240Hz freesync monitor. OD3 is good at 200Hz but has horrible overshoot in the skyblue. It is so noticeable when looking st the Sky in GTA at 80fps. I use OD2 all the time now which is slightly worse at >200Hz but much much better at

[@namtrieunguyen7630]

Overshoot problem is caused by the monitor software and hardware. Some monitors can be better at handling overshoot in a single overdrive mode while others depends on multiple overdrive mode (which you must change manually depends on your game fps range). So for short, gsync module has nothing to do with overshoot. Gsync compatible and gsync ultimate are basically the same. They give you variable refresh rate and only that.

[@MLWJ1993]

@@namtrieunguyen7630 That's actually false information. Variable overdrive is 100% a G-sync module feature you'll get along having variable refresh rate. It'll keep overdrive at more optimal levels throughout the whole refresh rate window of the display (1 - maximum Hz). If you didn't have that you're either not pushing pixels hard enough for high refresh rates or push pixels too fast for low refresh rates. Any monitor that does well across the full refresh rate window has variable overdrive. It's not locked down to G-sync displays, but IS a 100% certainty that comes with a G-sync module. Since it's rarely advertised (correctly) with freesync displays you might end up buying a product that doesn't provide what you were looking for.

[@AB-xo4zj]

ASUS VG249Q or AOC 24G2U for PS5? I love the vids bro new sub here :)

[@mami3801]

Im also on that, but for pc

[@mykhaylovarvarin9078]

Actually, there is the Low Framerate Compensation in most of midrange to high-end Freesync monitors, which allows to use Freesync even at lower framerates, just displaying the same frame a few times

[@AlfaPro1337]

Except it's adding latency, not very good in any way shape or form, especially FPS.

[@mykhaylovarvarin9078]

@@AlfaPro1337 can you provide sources?

[@AlfaPro1337]

@Señor Why Me It does add latency, it duplicate the frames.

[@aolson1111]

@@AlfaPro1337 It doesn't add latency, dumbass. 2 frames at 48fps takes the same amount of time as 1 frame at 24fps.

[@vybonghoanho]

@@AlfaPro1337 dude, nobody plays a FPS game with that low framerate :))

[@maxirunpl]

Can somebody help me to find 1440p VA 120-165Hz 1ms 27" Curved G-sync Monitor

[@scottblasingame9789]

I'm pretty sure I heard correctly that the main thing the G-Sync module does is make the RGB better. And we all know that means that the monitor will be faster and better!

[@Pandemonium088]

With the Gsync module you get significantly lesser input latency and this is typically noticeable if you have a monitor with and without the hardware side by side. Since I dont play competitive games that input latency does not bother me that much but its feels like the Vsync input lag.

[@iXpertMan]

I third this. Maybe it’s unlimited cap placebo, but I often feel my actions aren’t registered or lagging with G-Sync Comp (/FreeSync)

[@iXpertMan]

wonder, is this also an issue with FreeSync

[@rounakr94]

Hello, do you have any idea how to access the factory menu in viewsonic?

[@techlessYT]

I wasted an hour trying any combination I could think of, sadly without success 🤣

[@rounakr94]

@@techlessYT 😂

[@kfl611]

You have the nicest speaking voice !

[@04GEEDOGG]

I just picked up a LG 165hz certified G Sync monitor. How do I find out what the G sync range is for my monitor?

[@TheDhlk]

165Hz is the max range for your monitor. Meaning if you go above 165 FPS you’ll be out of your G Sync range.

[@Harctwo]

I might go for a gsync module monitor lol. Seeing the comments here are enlightening. Whenever I've used gysnc compatibility, across 4 different monitors Ive felt a horrid stutter that makes me turn off gysnc and i wrote it off as useless garbage. If the module eliminates that stutter, I think it'd be worth it. I can't stand constant stuttering.

[@maxirunpl]

Did you buy a gsync module monitor?

[@Harctwo]

@@maxirunpl I went with the LG 45 inch oled, no module. I've had to just deal with the microstutter. Upgraded my rig too with all new parts so I've ruled out hardware being the microstutter causer. Big fun.

[@dirtyph0nics]

i was waiting for xg2405 panda panel one.

[@rounakr94]

Just an update. My Viewsonic died after 3days of use. Returned it for a Mobiuz. Retailer said that this is the fourth defective monitor in the current lot.

[@musguelha14]

You didn't talk about variable overdrive though.

[@j6347]

most important part too

[@ScutuRC]

Based on your logic my old 24" FullHD monitor is more than perfect! ... Of course I want the G-Sync Ultimate - for perfect framerate sync between my GPU and my screen.

[@alexdhm8]

Ok... Well, let's say that I have a great pc with a Nvidia Graphics Card. But also i manage to get a PS5 (with 1440p support and vrr... some day) so... Is possible to activate vrr with consoles by hdmi?

[@techlessYT]

At the end of 2019 Nvidia allowed their Gsync Module to used Adaptive Sync/VRR with AMD hardware including consoles. But this only applies to monitors produced after that decision, while existing monitors can't or won't be updated. Also Nvidia's wording is that those updated monitors *can* be capable of VRR over HDMI with the new consoles. So I think this is somewhat depending on whether the manufacturer chooses to include compatibility or not. But I'd guess that pretty much every manufacturer wants to include that functionality.

[@labudajozef]

Hi, my old monitor only works at 60Hz so I want to buy a new gaming one that meets the requirements of today. I have an older graphics card from Asus model STRIX GTX960 DC2OC 2GD5. Could you give me a tip for some good gaming monitor? Thanks.

[@MrlFixZ]

I recommending 1080p with 120hz-144hz and lowering resolutions to 720p after u got it

[@labudajozef]

@@MrlFixZ Thanks for advice. I'm thinking about the Asus VG249Q monitor but I don't know if framerate synchronization will work for me:/

[@28betz]

Most smooth consistent and fast picture in this monitor for 27 1440p

[@jeff7397]

Just went from Dell DG2716 Gsync to LG nano ips Gsync compatible. The LG does not have that locked in feeling Ive been used to for years.

[@tamilanx]

Can you elaborate your problem? I’m looking for a monitor upgrade. Idk if I should pick gsync or compatible. What kind of difference u see from your upgrade?

[@jeff7397]

@@tamilanx The LG looked amazing but I could feel a delay. Aiming just felt awkward in anything competitive. Now with the PG279QM I feel its the closest to a gsync tn panel.

[@diocub4022]

@@jeff7397 Are you talking about the dell2716dgf, I have that monitor with a g-sync module, and it felt smoother than the g-sync compatible monitor that came with my Samsung g7 odyssey. Does PG27QM feel as smooth or no, and does it have a g-synce module or compatible?

[@jeff7397]

@@diocub4022 No the S2716DG. There is a S2719DGF which doesn't have the module. IMO the PG279QM feels very slightly less responsive than the S2716DG, but the trade off is worth it for me. The Asus has a module but it just comes down to if you want IPS or TN.

[@DEPEKTOP]

Hello/ Is there a difference at 240 hertz (-240fps-) in games with g-sync enabled or disabled? Or with so many 240hz frames, does g-sync not matter??

[@dalmassoluis]

Nice headshots ;)

[@-Rizecek-]

I have a 165Hz gsync panel and I've been dealing with screen tearing for an awful long time. At 165Hz and fps lock at 144fps, the picture is fine. At 144Hz, probably no one will want 120FPS, so they use Vsync and here's the stumbling block. Gsync + Vsync + 140FPS cap some games run well and some bad. This weekend I played Division 2 Gsync + Vsync + 140FPS cap and in one area the game was incredibly choppy. I turned off V-sync and it stopped. My advice? If possible, buy a 165Hz+ monitor if you don't want to turn on vsync and play without screen tearing. For those who have similar monitors, try locking via Rivatuner fps with VSYNC turned off. 120Hz = 100FPS Cap 144Hz = 120FPS Cap 165Hz = 144FPS Cap 170Hz = 150FPS Cap 180Hz = 160FPS Cap 200Hz = 180FPS Cap 240Hz = 200-210FPS Cap

[@tmcc2799]

you have a gsync module or gsync compatible panel? i personally never felt that gsync and vsync worked well together in games

[@Layarion]

it seems like a g-sync module might be good for watching 15fps anime shows?

[@frankpalermo5588]

Hi, i have a laptop whit a RTX 3060 and a compatible Nvidia G-sync 240Hz monitor, can I use G-sync or does my laptop need to be G-sync to? Please respond, thanks man 👍

[@Kaiser187]

My Dell S2721DGF has the same exact sticker as the ViewSonic Elite. I think Dell put the module in the newest models. The older Dell S2721DGF never had the stickers on them.

[@portman8909]

It doesn't have a module. It uses FreeSync Premium, which is also G-Sync compatible that works with Nvidia cards. You won't notice the difference between that and an actual G-Sync module monitor. I've owned both and the Dell is an excellent 1440p panel.

[@Kaiser187]

@@portman8909 You are correct.

[@maxirunpl]

​@@portman8909Is g-sync compatible nvidia's own sync just without module or is it freesync named as nvidia? If you know what I mean.

[@notBeWitchy]

11:43

[@sL1NK]

You can also not enable overdrive on g-sync compatible while g-sync is turned on! It will stay on "normal". FPS limit should be below the upper cap by 4-7 frames. 144hz->140, 165hz->159, 240hz->233 Edit: DP 1.2 is a limitation of G-Sync module v1!

[@nunomoura3578]

AOC 27G2U ✌

[@02blunt85]

I want to get Alienware QOled monitor 34 inch. 0.1ms. The gysnc version I would get. but the color is white for some odd odd odd reason. Alienware decides to make gysnc version white, and free synce version black also with better RGB on the black version. Wtf. Im probably getting the free sync version cuz how ugly the white is...

[@TimoteonSK]

i think black one looks more cheaper. White is more beautiful.

[@maxirunpl]

Yo somebody find me 27" 1440p IPS G-sync module monitor

[@nikolygtx8848]

I got cheap 230$ free sync premium monitor and with 1050 flawless at 165 hz, so if you are not professional gamer you don't need g=sync monitor

[@WarDkr]

Can a monitor with a gsync module take away the stuttering feeling in the jedi fallen order?

[@rischerasche8769]

Yes, it does. I have this Game and a Native G-Sync Monitor.

[@rogervaldez3401]

If you believe a gsync compatible monitor is exactly the same as a actual gsync monitor then you have never used both for long periods of time. Trust me if you want the best visual experience and no small minor things that could annoy you go with a actual gsync monitor yes they will cost you liter a few 100 bucks more for the gsync model of the monitor you want if it's available.

[@MLWJ1993]

They can be identical, the problem is finding out if they're identical. Since some features you definitely get with a G-sync module aren't necessarily part of a freesync monitor. I.E. good luck figuring out if your freesync monitor has actual dynamic overdrive (without looking up a review of the specific model).

[@meliodas11]

safe deutscher, nicht wahr? :D

[@techlessYT]

Korrekt 😜

[@eggyolk8067]

All I want is a 75 Hz 1440p panel with G sync Unfortunately that doesn't exist :(

[@maxirunpl]

Screw g-sync. There is like a 1:80 ratio of gsync to freesync.

[@darinsteele7091]

you dont even need a certified one and you will get the same performance

[@yeahright3733]

Gsync compatible monitors are terrible as they stutter. Once you have used a monitor with a gsync module you will not be able to tolerate gsync compatible monitors.

[@nestaash]

For my experience i agree the issue is that some of them have a hard time syncing to the exact fps when especially if it varies alot.

[@TheSarah10001]

You are 100% right here I remember when gsync first came out and i was telling my friend how it sucked cause it still stutters on the pendulum test and that it was snake oil. I then got an actual module monitor because i didn't know at the time there was a difference between certified and module. Then ofc with the new monitor it actually had no stutter.

[@titans2720]

My pc using freesync with an nvidia gpu doesn’t get any stuttering like not even a little bit, if your pc is stuttering it’s because you don’t have enough ram or a powerful enough gpu/cpu, not because you’re using freesync. Seriously why do people like you love shilling for companies by spreading false information, is it to justify your purchase? There’s a reason 99% of gaming monitors don’t have a gsync module, because it’s already outdated by freesync and a waste of money.

[@yeahright3733]

@@titans2720 have you tried a gsync monitor? It works better. Sure you can spend more, way more upgrading your gpu/cpu, but freesync compatible won’t handle the framerate fluctuations the same, or as intelligently, which occur no matter what gpu/cpu you are using.

[@maxirunpl]

Okay so find me a 1440p VA 120-165hz 1ms 27" curved monitor with g-sync, because I can't find any, the g-sync to freesync monitors ratio is like 1:80 so it's nearly impossible to find what I want

[@netsoldier363]

nop

[@Joeldca]

i need it , but cheaper xd

[@portman8909]

You won't notice the difference between FreeSync Premium and G-Sync module monitor. I know as I have owned both.

[@UnknownLifter-jx2xu]

Thank you for commenting this. Saved me a lot of money lol

[@28betz]

ПК бояре должны понимать что сраные видеоприставки никогда не имели тиринга;) и это лучшая быстрая картинка из 27" 1440p