So I just bought a new 2k 144hz 27 inch monitor and i love it. But sometimes I dont wont to game at 2k but 1080p instead for multiple reasons like wanting more frames or some games aren’t optimized for 2k. So I wanna run my pc at 1080p without getting black notches at my screen. Sort by: Jan 26, 2018 at 20:25. Add a comment. 2. I work with Linux Mint 18 with a Dell U2711 (2560x1440). To get the max resolution of 2560x1440, type this in the terminal: xrandr --newmode "2560x1440_60.00" 146.25 2560 2680 2944 3328 1440 1443 1448 1468 -hsync +vsync xrandr --addmode Virtual1 2560x1440_60.00. Share. Oct 29, 2014. #1. Hey guys, So I just bought this new sexy 28 inch 4k resolution monitor. I hooked it up to my laptop (MSI GE70 running Windows 7) using the hdmi cable and the max resolution available was 1920x1080. When I tried using the DisplayPort it went up to some resolution in the 2k range but still could not reach 3840x2160. Our Pick: 4K 60Hz or 1080p 144Hz. From experiencing both 4K 60Hz and 1080p 144Hz firsthand, we can safely say that 1080p 144Hz is the one we would go for. The viewing experience felt much better for gaming, among other things like watching movies, video editing, rendering, and more. The 144Hz refresh rate truly is a treat for the eyes. Running 1080p on a 4k monitor might even look better than 1440p on a 4k monitor. 4k has twice the resolution vertically and horizontally. This allows you to map 1 pixel generated to 4 pixels on the monitor. 4k has 1.5 times the resolution laterally and vertically which doens't have a simple mapping from rendered pixels to monitor pixels. If you'd like a reference. I have a 6950 Overclocked/unlocked so it's basically a 6970.. I run 2 monitors (one is 1440p and one is 1080p) no problems with desktop at all. I also play a crapload of Starcraft and Battlefield 4 on the 1440p monitor. BF4 has to be set to low/medium mix, but I can run SC2 on ultra (not saying much I know). After many questions on our videos of the Samsung's G7 gaming monitor and LGs Ultra Gear 27GP850 regarding 1080p gaming on 1440p monitor, here is a quick com NVIDIA Graphics Cards. For NVIDIA GPU owners, open the NVIDIA Control Panel, than click on "Adjust desktop size and position." Make sure that the "Override the scaling mode set by games and programs" option in section 2 is checked. Now click on "Change resolution" under the "Display" column on the left-hand side. Key Takeaways. 1440p generally refers to the resolution of 2560x1440 and is quickly becoming a popular choice for PC owners, especially gamers. This resolution produces a sharper image than full HD (1080p) without the additional stress that rendering a 4K image places on a GPU. You've probably heard 1440p, QHD, or "2K" resolutions mentioned in Playing at 1920 x 1080p on a 2560 x 1440p doesn’t seem to provide much of in difference in FPS. Since you have a 3080 there will be no benefit whatsoever of going to 1920 x 1080p. I have a RTX 2080 and play at 1440p, the only time I "Lag" is when the entire server is lagging and I can confirm with other party members. smQ8me.