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AU Optronics has presented the world's first 24″ Full HD monitor panel with a refresh rate of up to 800Hz, marking a huge leap for the esports segment. Until now, top constructions reached around 600Hz, so the new panel pushes the boundaries even further. Importantly, we are talking about native 1080p, not a reduced resolution as seen in the experimental 1000Hz+ monitors that operated at 720p. This means that gamers get both high smoothness and full image quality.
800Hz is equipment for esports where every millisecond matters and the differences are truly noticeable
This high refresh rate is not for everyone - it's equipment mainly for competitive games, where reaction time and maximum fluidity matter. Panels of this type most often rely on TN technology, which allows for extreme Hz values at the expense of colors or contrast. Monitors with 500–600Hz are already used by professional players, so 800Hz could be the next step for the most demanding. In practice, this means even lower latency and more "responsive" controls, which can make a difference in esports.
AUO is also developing 4K 360Hz and 5K 180Hz panels, showing that the market is moving in both quality and performance
In addition to 800Hz, AUO has announced new panels: 32″ 4K 360Hz and 27″ 5K 180Hz with dual-mode that allow switching to lower resolutions for higher fluidity. This demonstrates that the monitor market is developing in two directions at the same time: extreme fluidity for esports and high resolution with high refresh rates for more versatile applications. As a result, users will be able to choose between image quality and maximum performance, depending on their needs.
800Hz is another step in the race for smooth visuals. For most, it's overkill, but for esports, it can be a real advantage.
source: auo.com, tftcentral
