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Re:Hard numbers in the Wayland vs. X11 input latency discussion by bigstrat2003 on Sunday January 26, 2025 @02:27PM (#42833134)
I actually would. Gaming monitors are the equivalent of fancy audiophile gear. It's a way to fleece people by making them think they can perceive a difference that isn't really there.
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Re:Hard numbers in the Wayland vs. X11 input latency discussion by sapiogram on Sunday January 26, 2025 @02:55PM (#42833407)
But the difference between 60hz and 120hz is instantly noticeable in a blind test, without even opening a game. That's by definition not placebo.
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Re:Hard numbers in the Wayland vs. X11 input latency discussion by tuna74 on Sunday January 26, 2025 @03:14PM (#42833599)
There have been actual tests showing players have better accuracy up to 360 fps displays.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OX31kZbAXsA

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Re:Hard numbers in the Wayland vs. X11 input latency discussion by Hikikomori on Sunday January 26, 2025 @03:21PM (#42833671)
Guess you think all speakers are the same.
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