A:Answer For gaming, 60hz refresh rate, 1920x1080p resolution, and around 7ms response time is about the Bare minimum you want for a gaming display. The IPS will make things look a little nicer. Good gaming monitors will be around 144hz refresh rate, 2560x1440p resolution, and less than 1ms response time. Adding Freesync/G-sync and IPS will enhance the experience even further. This will also jump the cost over a few hundred dollars. If you're on a budget, and aren't picky about a great display, this monitor is very good for it's price.