Not really, 120Hz produces a noticeable improvement over 60Hz, unlike "golden boutique speaker wire", just like 4k produces a noticeable improvement over 1080p.
It's not like everyone is going to be able to tell whether a given display is 60Hz or 120Hz, but all other things being identical, they will probably be able to tell which display is faster after using both.
Higher refresh rates tighten the feedback-response loop, creating a smoother and more direct interface to the computer, which is generally perceived as desirable.
Consider VR, where HMDs often have to refresh at 90Hz or 120Hz in order to reduce motion sickness. This actually isn't that different than operating a computer. The brain tends to quickly get very upset when it can't reconcile your visual field with your felt position in space, but even though most people don't get motion sick from looking at a computer display (some do), the refresh rate certainly affects it feels to use the display.
It's not like everyone is going to be able to tell whether a given display is 60Hz or 120Hz, but all other things being identical, they will probably be able to tell which display is faster after using both.
Higher refresh rates tighten the feedback-response loop, creating a smoother and more direct interface to the computer, which is generally perceived as desirable.
Consider VR, where HMDs often have to refresh at 90Hz or 120Hz in order to reduce motion sickness. This actually isn't that different than operating a computer. The brain tends to quickly get very upset when it can't reconcile your visual field with your felt position in space, but even though most people don't get motion sick from looking at a computer display (some do), the refresh rate certainly affects it feels to use the display.