5 reasons you shouldn't buy a dual-mode monitor
Dual-mode monitors seem to be solving a problem that doesn't exist
Dual-mode monitors, i.e. displays that can change their refresh rate on the fly, have been around for some time now. Monitors such as the LG UltraGear 32GS95UE with 4K 240Hz and 1080 480Hz modes allow you to switch between a resolution focused on image quality, and one focused on motion clarity. This "best of both worlds" sales pitch might sound enticing on paper, but before you take out your wallet, hear me out.
