Vsync

[PrettzL]

What exactly is the point of Vsync if it adds lag to your input?

Is screen tearing really that much of an issue? (I notice it on my monitors as I do not have 60hz monitors) but I'd still rather have screen tears than ANY input lag.

[JustinPierce]

I moved this to its own thread instead of the 'about off topic' thread -- you can change the title if you want

I always played with vsync off on PC, though I've noticed some games on Mac have a crazy amount of tearing when vsync is off.. like it's a constant tear that just dances across your screen the whole time. Some people might get nausea from screen tearing and other artifacts. Some may just prefer it over more responsive controls.

I really want to try out a gsync monitor -- basically interfaces directly with your GPU to synchronize the refresh rate and eliminate the possibility of screen tearing without having to wait on vsync. Hopefully that tech becomes mainstream and the whole issue is done away with

[atavax]

i wonder if FPS gamers will adapt gsync/freesync. different monitor hz can effect mouse movement. I wonder if a consistent 120 or 144hz is actually better then a gsync or freesync monitor.