Just wondering if you can really see the difference in FSX with a Monitor that has resolution of 2560 X 1440 vs one that is 1920 x 1080?

Having just bought a 27" Dell that only has 1920 x 1080, I decided to return it and get the Asus 27" (PB278Q) that has the higher resolution.  Since I have an  Nvidia 580 card, I'm assuming there will be some significant difference in the FSX resolution.  Looking forward to your opinions on this.

 

Stan

The one with 1920 x 1080 leads to ~82dpi which is even lower than the 'standard' screens with 24" and the HD resolution. Their value would be closer to 94dpi.

 

Now the hi-res model you've picked, 27" at 2560 x 1440, offers ~109dpi, so the image and, most of all, text impression may be a lot sharper than on the low-res 27" model. Side note, very sharp images happen on those laptops like the Apple 'retina display' ones or on current mobile phones and tablets. They go up to ~450dpi which is.. probably very much. :mellow:

 

Mind you that the impression one receives when it comes to the sharpness might be a subjective factor and is very dependant on the screen's distance to the viewer's eyes. Hence mobile 'close to the eyes' devices, go up that high on the dpi.

 

The high resolution on your PC screen may only impact the GTX580 insofar as the workload is increased. But that's no small card of course. However, if you would use higher antialiasing settings, you may run into trouble with the VRAM (amount) and/or see quite some performance impact. Not saying that it won't work, it's just more of a task that's all.

For a single monitor? No, I think FullHD (1920X1080) is really good enough for the graphics FSX produces on a 27 inch monitor. Those high resolutions above are mainly for multiple monitor setup.

Of course a couple of years ago 1024X768 was all we ever needed, but for the size of a LCD-monitor I personally think FullHD is more than enough.

 

It also needs more GPU-power and thus costs FPS with high AA settings at higher resolutions.

I would pay more attention to the quality of the display, the colors, if they are both within the same price range etc.

But this is personal, and I only have a 23" LCD.

Only people who have seen both in action can really tell if it matters much.

It has more to do with how close you sit to the screen. If you sit close, you will definitely see the difference on a 27" monitor. But one reason to get a 27" is to sit a bit further back than you normally would.

I run at 2560x1440 rez and the reasoning behind higher resolution is : "Definition", More Details, Wider field of view.

Simply put: if you want to enjoy FSX at its best 2560x1440 is the way to go.

The 580 should drive it no problem.

My PC drives 3 LCD's. The Dell U2713HM as main display and 2 other 24'' Dell LCD's:U2410/U2412HM one for ATC and the other for GPS.

I need to update my PC specs as the U2713HM is brand new.

Pierre

I switched from 32" 1920x1080 to 30" 2560x1600, yes, you can easily see the difference. Small text and gauges are easier to read, texture shimmering and aliasing is also less noticeable, thanks to the smaller pixels. 

Drawbacks: a few FPS less (but not too many), a few MBytes more of VAS used. 

Thanks for the responses.  I'll look forward to it.

 

Stan

First, I'm not a happy camper right now, but I'll get to that.

 

I bought the same Asus monitor because it's a.) bigger than my 24' and b.) because there is 78% more pixels going into that larger screen. I chose a nVidia 770 to serve as the pixel supplier.

 

I'd offer some impressions about the monitor, since I've had it for two months, but I've been focusing on dev work and not putting the new box together. But I did get the monitor out of the box and attached the base. Then a short while ago I thought I had a dust bunny on the screen, as the monitor was sitting on the couch. Looked closer and found a nice gouge over along the left edge. Not a scratch, but a nice 15cm gouge down into the screen.

 

So just a friendly reminder, check everything carefully when you unpack. I'm so looking forward to calling Asus support... NOT!

First, I'm not a happy camper right now, but I'll get to that.

 

I bought the same Asus monitor because it's a.) bigger than my 24' and b.) because there is 78% more pixels going into that larger screen. I chose a nVidia 770 to serve as the pixel supplier.

 

I'd offer some impressions about the monitor, since I've had it for two months, but I've been focusing on dev work and not putting the new box together. But I did get the monitor out of the box and attached the base. Then a short while ago I thought I had a dust bunny on the screen, as the monitor was sitting on the couch. Looked closer and found a nice gouge over along the left edge. Not a scratch, but a nice 15cm gouge down into the screen.

 

So just a friendly reminder, check everything carefully when you unpack. I'm so looking forward to calling Asus support... NOT!

Thanks for the advice.  I check it out carefully.  It will be delivered this weekend (Sat or Sun).  This monitor gets great reviews.

Stan

I too bought a 27" 1920x1080 and also not happy. I came from a 1920x1080 21.5" and I swear it was clearer.

 

I am not shopping for a higher res monitor, as I think you go bigger for desktop monitors, 1920x1080 just doesn't cut it anymore.

 

 

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Got the ASUS PB 278Q today.  Easy setup, and went into FSX.  Adjusted the display to 2560 x1440 x 32 and Voila!  What a wonderful difference in the resolution.  Seems my NVidia 580 has no trouble driving it either.  Looking forward to trying it in so many new places now that I have ORBX Global.  Even the resolution of the desktop and literally everything looks better.  Check out Amazon if you're interested in this monitor.  I found the best price there.

 

 

^Stan

Here's a link to some color calibration files for the PB278Q; http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/articles/icc_profiles.htm

 

I'm on hold over the weekend, waiting for proper support to show up on Monday. Curious Stan, did your's come out  ot the box with a protective sheet over the panel? Not the styrofam'ish wrapping package, but the film placed over the screen to protect it. Mine didn't and I also can't find a warranty card to fill out that is listed at Newegg as being packaged with the monitor.

 

I'm figuring I got a return, that then got sold as new to me. :angry:

I switched from 32" 1920x1080 to 30" 2560x1600, yes, you can easily see the difference. Small text and gauges are easier to read, texture shimmering and aliasing is also less noticeable, thanks to the smaller pixels. 

Drawbacks: a few FPS less (but not too many), a few MBytes more of VAS used. 

 

I just installed a 30" at 2560 X 1600 and that is exactly what I experienced.

Here's a link to some color calibration files for the PB278Q; http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/articles/icc_profiles.htm

 

I'm on hold over the weekend, waiting for proper support to show up on Monday. Curious Stan, did your's come out  ot the box with a protective sheet over the panel? Not the styrofam'ish wrapping package, but the film placed over the screen to protect it. Mine didn't and I also can't find a warranty card to fill out that is listed at Newegg as being packaged with the monitor.

 

I'm figuring I got a return, that then got sold as new to me. :angry:

Mine came with clear plastic around the perimeter of the monitor, two (2) large decals....one on top and one on the bottom, and everything was packaged and sealed.  No doubt in my mind that it was brand new. 

Stan