On Tuesday, NVIDIA announced a new collaboration with MediaTek aimed at integrating its suite of G-Sync technologies directly into upcoming monitor scalers. This partnership is designed to make high-end gaming features more widely accessible without the need for an individual G-Sync module.
Historically, G-Sync technology required a distinct module, specifically based on Altera FPGA, to synchronize display refresh rates with the GPU. This synchronization is key to reducing screen tearing, stuttering, and input lag. Back in 2019, however, NVIDIA broadened its approach by introducing the G-Sync Compatible certification. This was built on the widely adopted VESA AdaptiveSync standard to manage variable refresh rates, which allowed for more affordable monitors. Though this move brought down costs, G-Sync Compatible screens still missed out on some exclusive features that the dedicated module offered.
With this innovative alliance with MediaTek, the company will integrate all of NVIDIA’s G-Sync functionalities, including the advanced G-Sync Pulsar, into their future scalers. G-Sync Pulsar, known for enhancing motion clarity and minimizing ghosting, offers gamers a noticeably smoother experience. Beyond variable refresh rates and Pulsar, these new displays will also feature variable overdrive, rich 12-bit color, Ultra Low Motion Blur, low latency HDR, and the Reflex Analyzer. This strategic move means that more monitors will soon boast an extensive array of G-Sync features without the need for a costly FPGA.
Looking forward, the monitors that will first offer complete G-Sync support without an NVIDIA module include the AOC Agon Pro AG276QSG2, Acer Predator XB273U F5, and ASUS ROG Swift 360Hz PG27AQNR. These models promise high-end specs like 360Hz refresh rates, 1440p resolution, and HDR support.
One of the questions that remain involves which specific MediaTek scalers will integrate NVIDIA’s G-Sync technology. It’s also unclear whether MediaTek plans to extend this integration across all their scalers. Moreover, it’s yet to be determined if displays with NVIDIA’s dedicated G-Sync modules will still offer advantages over those using MediaTek’s technology in the future.
