Peripherals
Typing Speed Test & Input Lag: The Hidden Connection
HardwareHero Jan 08, 2026 5 min read
It's Not Just Your Fingers
You're trying to break your record on a typing speed test, but it feels... sticky. You type a letter, and it appears milliseconds later. That is input lag.
The Scanout Cycle
On a 60Hz monitor, the screen updates every 16.6ms. If you are a fast typist (120+ WPM), you are striking keys faster than the screen can refresh. Upgrading to a 144Hz monitor can actually boost your typing speed test score by providing faster visual feedback.
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