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Refresh rate is how many times per second your screen redraws the image, measured in Hertz (Hz). A higher refresh rate means smoother motion — especially noticeable when gaming, scrolling, or watching fast-moving content.
Common Refresh Rates
| Refresh Rate | Best For |
|---|---|
| 60Hz | Office work, movies, casual use |
| 144Hz | Gaming, WFH power users — sweet spot in Singapore |
| 240Hz | Competitive esports (Valorant, CS2) |
| 360Hz+ | Pro esports players only |
📖 Deep dive: What Does Hz Mean on a Monitor and Does It Matter for You? → — includes 60Hz vs 144Hz vs 240Hz comparison, GPU matching guide, and Hz vs resolution breakdown.
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IPS vs VA vs TN Panel →
What is a GPU? →