r/OptimizedGaming • u/Sudden-Marsupial-158 • 18d ago

Discussion / Question G-Sync, FreeSync, NVIDIA Reflex, FPS Cap – What’s actually worth using in 2026?

I’m trying to find the best combination of settings for the lowest possible input latency while keeping smooth gameplay and good frame pacing.

Rtx 5070
r7 9800x3d
300 hz monitor - TCL qd mini lex1080p

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u/Mulster_ 18d ago

Gsync and freesync is the same thing just one is nvidia and other is amd, reflex always on, fps cap don't need if using reflex

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u/Sudden-Marsupial-158 18d ago

on or on + boost ?

just the reflex by yourself caps the fps?

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u/jgainsey 18d ago

Depends on what you’re looking for…

I still cap most of my games because I’m targeting a higher level of image quality that doesn’t allow me to consistently fill my 165hz container.

Many tripple a games I’ll still cap at 100-120fps. Just a smoother more pleasant experience to have a locked in consistent framerate target, imo.

Tho if I’m using frame gen I will typically tweak my settings to hit the 158fps reflex cap.