Best Monitor for High FPS Gaming in South Africa

So, you’ve dropped some serious ZAR on a beast of a PC. That RTX card is humming, your CPU is crushing benchmarks, but your in-game performance still feels… sluggish. What gives? Chances are, your monitor is the bottleneck. Pairing a high-end rig with a standard 60Hz screen is like putting bicycle wheels on a Ferrari. 🚀 To truly see the frames you’re pushing, you need the best monitor for high FPS gaming in South Africa.

HP 524SA G5 FHD Gaming Monitor - White/Silver / 24" FHD (1920 x 1080) / IPS Panel / 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x VGA / Eye Ease with Eyesafe Certification / 94C36AS

R4199.00In Stock

ViewSonic TD1655 15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) Portable Touchscreen Monitor / Ultra-portable Design / Advanced in-cell Capacitive Touchscreen / 2-Way Power With USB Type-C / Frameless Design / Portrait and Landscape Modes / dual integrated speakers / TD1655

R5199.00In Stock

DAHUA DHI-LM32-A200X 32" LED MONITOR / Bezel-less Design / IPS Level-Display / 8ms Response Time / FHD 1920x1080 / 75Hz Refresh Rate / Low Blue Light / DHI-LM32-A200X

R3399.00In Stock

VIEWSONIC VX3218C-2K 32" QHD Curved Gaming Monitor / 180Hz Refresh Rate / 1ms MPRT Response Time / 1500R Curvature / AMD FreeSync™ Premium / QHD 1440p Resolution / VX3218C-2K

R4999.00In Stock

MSI MAG 491CQPX 49" DQHD (5120 x 1440) Curved Gaming Monitor / 0.03ms Response Time / 240Hz Refresh Rate / HDMI 2.1 Support / 9S6-3FA84T-040

R34999.00In Stock

Dell SE2425HM Monitor 210-BQZT / FHD (1920 x 1080) Resolution / 5ms Response Time / IPS level Display / 178° Horizontal and Vertical Viewing Angles / SE2425HM

R1899.00In Stock

Why High Refresh Rates are Crucial for Competitive Gaming

In the fast-paced arenas of Valorant, Apex Legends, or Warzone, every millisecond counts. The difference between clutching a round and staring at a respawn timer often comes down to who sees who first. This is where a high refresh rate monitor becomes your biggest advantage.

Refresh rate, measured in Hertz (Hz), is how many times your screen updates with a new image each second. A standard 60Hz monitor shows 60 frames per second (FPS). A 144Hz monitor shows 144. The difference is night and day. With a high FPS monitor, you get:

• Silky-Smooth Motion: Tracking fast-moving opponents becomes effortless, with dramatically less motion blur.
• Reduced Input Lag: You see information faster, allowing you to react quicker.
• A Clear Competitive Edge: You’re literally seeing the game world ahead of players on older 60Hz screens.

Upgrading is one of the most noticeable improvements you can make to your setup, and finding a great high FPS monitor in SA has never been easier.

Finding the Best Monitor for High FPS Gaming: Key Specs Explained

Navigating the world of PC monitors can be tricky with all the technical jargon. Let's break down what truly matters for a top-tier competitive experience.

Refresh Rate (Hz): The King of FPS

This is your number one priority. While 144Hz is the gold standard for serious gaming, the market is packed with even faster options like 240Hz and 360Hz for esports professionals. For most competitive gamers, a 144Hz or 165Hz screen offers the perfect blend of performance and value. You can explore a massive selection across all refresh rates in our collection of all gaming monitors to find your sweet spot.

MSI MAG 274QF X24 27" 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) Gaming Monitor / 240Hz Refresh Rate / 0.5ms Response Time / Rapid IPS Panel / AMD FreeSync™ Premium / HDR Ready / 9S6-3CE41H-063

R5999.00In Stock

LG UltraGear Gaming Monitor 27GR75Q, 27 inch, 1440p, 165Hz, 1ms GtG, IPS Display, HDR 10, NVIDIA G-Sync & AMD FreeSync compatible, Smart Energy Saving, Displayport, HDMI / 27GR75Q

R5499.00In Stock

HP 524SH G5 FHD Gaming Monitor - Black/Silver / 24" FHD (1920 x 1080) / IPS Panel / 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x VGA / Eye Ease with Eyesafe Certification / 94C19AS

R4299.00In Stock

Samsung Odyssey G55T 34" Ultra WQHD (3440 x 1440) 165Hz Curved Gaming Monitor / AMD FreeSync Premium / 165Hz Refresh Rate / 1ms Response Time / 1000R Curved Display / Futuristic Design / LC34G55TWWRXEN

R9999.00In Stock

Dell G2725D 27" Gaming Monitor / QHD 2560 x 1440 / 180Hz Refresh Rate / AMD Freesync / 1ms Response Time / G2725D

R4299.00In Stock

MSI MAG 272QP 27" 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) QD-OLED Monitor / 0.03ms GtG Response Time / 500Hz Refresh Rate / VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 / Optimized for PS5 & Xbox / 9S6-3CD79A-071

R18999.00In Stock

Resolution: The Balancing Act

You might be tempted by a massive 4K screen, but for pure FPS performance, it's a trade-off. Pushing 144+ frames at 4K requires an incredibly powerful (and expensive) graphics card.

• 1080p (Full HD): The undisputed king for maximum FPS. It's less demanding on your GPU, allowing you to hit those ultra-high refresh rates easily.
• 1440p (QHD): The new sweet spot. It offers a sharper, more detailed image than 1080p without being as punishing as 4K, making it a fantastic choice for modern GPUs. While gorgeous, dedicated 4K monitors are typically better suited for cinematic, single-player experiences.

Response Time (ms): Banishing Ghosting

Response time measures how quickly a pixel can change colour. A slow response time results in "ghosting" or motion blur, where you see a faint trail behind moving objects. For competitive gaming, look for a monitor with a 1ms response time (GtG) to ensure your image is as crisp and clear as possible during frantic action. ✨

VIEWSONIC VX3218C-2K 32" QHD Curved Gaming Monitor / 180Hz Refresh Rate / 1ms MPRT Response Time / 1500R Curvature / AMD FreeSync™ Premium / QHD 1440p Resolution / VX3218C-2K

R4999.00In Stock

Dahua 24 inch FullHD IPS panel 165Hz 1ms fast response time Ultra-thin bezel Monitor with DisplayPort, HDMI, VGA, Height Adjustable Stand / DHI-LM24-E231A

R2899.00In Stock

ViewSonic TD1655 15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) Portable Touchscreen Monitor / Ultra-portable Design / Advanced in-cell Capacitive Touchscreen / 2-Way Power With USB Type-C / Frameless Design / Portrait and Landscape Modes / dual integrated speakers / TD1655

R5199.00In Stock

Lenovo G24e-20 23.8" 100Hz FHD WLED Gaming LCD Monitor - 16:9 - Black / 66D7GAR1SA

R1999.00In Stock

Alienware AW2524HF Gaming Monitor/ 25-inch / IPS Panel / Full HD (1920 x 1080)/ 500Hz refresh rate / 1 ms Response Time / VESA Adaptive-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium / AW2524HF

R12999.00In Stock

DAHUA DHI-LM32-A200X 32" LED MONITOR / Bezel-less Design / IPS Level-Display / 8ms Response Time / FHD 1920x1080 / 75Hz Refresh Rate / Low Blue Light / DHI-LM32-A200X

R3399.00In Stock

Beyond the Basics: Features to Consider

Once you've nailed down the core specs, a few other features can elevate your gaming setup. For those who love immersive single-player adventures alongside their competitive shooters, curved monitors can offer a more panoramic and engaging view.

Don't forget about your physical setup either. A good monitor arm or stand can make a huge difference to ergonomics. Ensuring you have the right cables (DisplayPort is a must for high refresh rates) and other monitor accessories will complete your battle station. Even for LANs or a secondary Discord screen, clever options like portable monitors are becoming a popular and flexible choice for gamers on the go.

Choosing the best monitor for high FPS gaming is about matching the screen's capabilities to your PC's power and your gaming ambitions. By focusing on a high refresh rate and low response time, you're investing directly in your own performance.