I know this is 12 years old but this is one of the greatest things I have ever read.

You're right, it looks like 120Hz has become the new standard.

Are you a gamer? If not, why on earth do you pay such a premium for a 120Hz ultrawide? 

Also, in case you haven't make sure you do the following:

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on System.
3. Click on Display.
4. Click the Advanced display settings link.
5. Click the Display adapter properties for Display 1 link. ...
6. Click the Monitor tab.
7. Under "Monitor Settings," use the drop-down menu to select the refresh rate you wish.

SO many people buy high Hz monitors and never update their settings in Windows.