VESA AdaptiveSync Dual Mode Logo: Unlocking Higher Refresh Rates in Lower Resolutions

By Nadim Kahwaji


When shopping for a new monitor, you often encounter a choice between high-refresh-rate monitors with lower resolution and high-resolution monitors with lower refresh rates. VESA will provide a solution to address this dilemma by introducing a Dual Mode setup, which will be showcased by ASUS and LG at the upcoming CES 2024 show.

 

Gamers, particularly professionals, often prioritize high refresh rates, while professionals typically seek the highest resolution, in addition to factors such as color accuracy and color coverage.


VESA's Dual Mode technology aims to offer the best of both worlds by imposing specific requirements: the high-resolution mode must maintain a minimum of 144 Hz, and the high-refresh-rate mode should not dip below a resolution of 1080p. Additionally, these displays must support full adaptive sync to synchronize with compatible GPUs, ensuring that the refresh rate matches the game's FPS. This combination not only eliminates screen tearing, where visual artifacts occur when the game's FPS exceeds the monitor's refresh rate but also minimizes stuttering, which can occur when the GPU struggles to provide frames at a consistent rate. The monitors are also required to have faster G2G (Gray-to-Gray) transition times, which further enhance the overall gaming experience.

 

The new specification also adds support for overclocked displays, which are monitors that have been adjusted to operate at a refresh rate higher than their default or rated refresh rate. Manufacturers (OEMs) providing monitors with overclocking capabilities will have the opportunity to attain a higher Adaptive-Sync Display certification level, signifying a higher refresh rate associated with the certification logo. This is contingent upon their ability to meet the certification standards in both factory and overclocked modes.



ASUS's upcoming ROG Swift PG32UCDP will feature dual mode and should be available at the CES 2024 show.


 

At CES 2024, LG will showcase their dual mode offerings, including the LG 34GS95QE (34″) and 39GS95QE (39″) ultrawides.

 

To achieve high refresh rates at high resolutions, it is essential for GPU vendors to provide support for DisplayPort 2.x, which offers the necessary bandwidth to drive such monitors. Unfortunately, as of now, many consumer-grade GPUs, including those from NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel, lack this support in the consumer market.

In conclusion, the introduction of Dual Mode technology, is set to blur the line between gaming and professional monitors. This innovative approach simplifies the choice for users, offering a versatile solution that caters to both gaming enthusiasts and professionals alike. With Dual Mode, users can enjoy the benefits of high refresh rates, high resolutions, adaptive sync, and fast G2G transition times, making it easier than ever to find a monitor that suits their specific needs. Professionals, in particular, can now access high-resolution displays without sacrificing other essential features, ultimately providing a more seamless and adaptable monitor experience.



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