How to Choose Ultrawide Monitors for:
Competitive FPS gaming(According to Reddit)
Who is this for?
Players of fast-paced shooters like Valorant, Apex Legends, or Call of Duty.
Unique demands
Unlike immersive gaming, competitive play requires a balance where the screen is wide enough for an advantage but small enough that the player doesn't have to physically turn their head to see the mini-map or kill feed.
- High refresh rate (240Hz+)
- Low input lag and fast response times
- Manageable screen size to keep the entire field of play in view
Prioritize
34-inch or 39-inch 21:9 panels: These sizes offer a wider view than 16:9 without becoming overwhelming.
OLED technology: For near-instantaneous pixel response times.
Black Frame Insertion (BFI) or similar motion blur reduction: To maintain clarity during fast camera pans.
Deprioritize
Extreme immersion/width: Too much horizontal space makes it harder to track the HUD and enemies in the periphery.
4K resolution: High frame rates are more important than raw resolution for competitive play.
