144Hz Gaming Monitors

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The Competitive Standard for PC Gaming

Island Electrical Supply carries 144Hz gaming monitors from Asus, MSI, Samsung, Acer, and ViewSonic. 144Hz has become the baseline refresh rate for competitive PC gaming, delivering smooth motion and responsive input that gives players a tangible advantage. Browse all gaming options in our gaming monitors collection, or see the full monitors catalog.

Best for: competitive PC gamers, FPS and battle royale players, streamers who game and multitask, and anyone upgrading from 60Hz or 75Hz

What 144Hz Means for Gaming

At 144Hz, the display refreshes 144 times per second, producing 2.4 times the frame output of a 60Hz panel. This translates to smoother camera movement, reduced motion blur, and more responsive mouse tracking in fast-paced games. Titles like CS2, Valorant, Apex Legends, and Fortnite all benefit from 144fps gameplay, and most mid-range GPUs can hit this target at 1080p or 1440p resolution. For the best 144Hz experience, look for panels with 1ms response time and adaptive sync from the MSI MAG or Acer Nitro lines.

Who Should Choose 144Hz

144Hz is the right choice for most PC gamers. It provides a substantial improvement over 60Hz that nearly everyone can perceive, and mid-range hardware from both NVIDIA and AMD can sustain 144fps in popular competitive titles. If you play professionally or at a high competitive level, 240Hz offers even smoother motion. For console gamers, 120Hz is the maximum supported refresh rate, so a lower-cost 120Hz panel may be a better match. The Asus ROG Strix line includes 144Hz options with Fast IPS and OLED panels for premium gaming.

Compare Refresh Rates

See how 144Hz fits in the refresh rate spectrum:

  • 120Hz Monitors: Slightly fewer frames, often at a lower price or at higher resolutions like 4K
  • 240Hz Monitors: The next step up for esports players who need maximum motion clarity
  • 4K Monitors: Some 4K panels now support 144Hz for the sharpest high-refresh gaming experience

Browse our full 144Hz monitor selection below. Qualifying orders ship free, and our team offers expert guidance and volume pricing for gaming setups.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 144Hz good for gaming?

Yes. 144Hz is widely considered the sweet spot for PC gaming. It provides 2.4 times the frame output of 60Hz, delivering noticeably smoother motion and more responsive input. Most competitive gamers consider 144Hz the minimum acceptable refresh rate.

Can I run 144Hz with a mid-range GPU?

Yes. Modern mid-range GPUs like the NVIDIA RTX 4060 and AMD RX 7600 XT can sustain 144fps in popular esports titles at 1080p, and approach it at 1440p in less demanding games. Lowering graphics settings in demanding titles helps maintain 144fps consistently.

What is the difference between 144Hz and 165Hz?

The difference between 144Hz and 165Hz is 21 additional frames per second, which is a roughly 15% increase. In practice, most people cannot perceive a meaningful difference between 144Hz and 165Hz. Many monitors marketed as 165Hz are 144Hz panels with a factory overclock.