SPECIFICATION GLOSSARY: MONITORS

Special modes - what does it mean?

Special modes are additional display configurations such as Dual Mode or Triple Refresh Rate that can trade resolution for a higher refresh rate.

IN PLAIN LANGUAGE

How to understand Special modes?

Some monitors offer different resolution and refresh combinations. Always check which resolution is used for the headline maximum refresh rate.

WHEN COMPARING PRODUCTS

Informational specification

This value describes the product, but it does not make one model better than another on its own.

WHY IT MATTERS

Dual/Triple Mode trades detail for maximum refresh.

BUYING TIP

Compare exact resolution and refresh combinations.

COMMON MISTAKE

The highest Hz in a special mode may require lower resolution.

COMPARE TOGETHER WITH

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