Resolution, frame rate and chasing PC joy.
Resolution, frame rate and chasing PC joy.
I can easily distinguish between 1080p and 720p based on screen size and viewing distance. At greater distances or with smaller screens, the difference becomes less obvious, and it’s almost unnoticeable. Regarding frame rate, it varies depending on what’s on the screen. Usually, under 30 frames per second is noticeable, while 40-60 fps offers a smoother experience.
Graphics have reached a stage where style often takes precedence over pure technical excellence. Many indie releases like "Ori and the Blind Forest" and "Transistor" now impress with their visuals more than traditional AAA games. It seems some players are drawn to the latest graphical achievements simply because they’re impressive, rather than because of actual performance gains. While high resolutions and frame rates aren’t groundbreaking anymore, I believe 1080p at 60 fps strikes a good balance between quality and affordability. Higher resolutions like 1440p or 4K are less critical if the visuals are strong. Competitive titles might benefit from higher refresh rates, but overall, aesthetics have become the main draw.
I understand your point, but for me, games running under 60 fps feel frustrating and disruptive. It gives the impression of a choppy experience, which I find unpleasant. I don’t need a FPS indicator to know if my frame rate is too low or high—it’s clear from the gameplay itself. While I recognize that frame rate and resolution aren’t the only factors, poor performance is hard for me to ignore.
I can distinguish between 1080p and 720p clearly. Having a 1080p screen next to an older 720 TV makes a big difference. The main issue is lag—I struggle to find a Battlefield 4 match where I feel competitive. It seems like everyone else’s bullets are causing damage in hardmode, while my own don’t make much impact.
I've only experienced 1080p on a PS4 and gaming PC. My setup works well at 1366x768 and 720p on a PS3. I can clearly distinguish between 30 and 60 frames per second, but I'm comfortable with 30 FPS. Once performance fell below 24 FPS, things changed completely.
I sit 6-7 feet away from a 1080p 50 inch screen. The pixel density is on the low side because of the screen size. Dropping it to 720p is extremely noticeable due to the aliasing hell which appears. I can usually detect when the fps is sub 50 due to screen jutter. Though if the game has motion blur still on (I haven't killed it yet...) I often can't tell visually til its near 30. Where I notice poor controlling first. If the console game is locked at a steady 30 with motion blur it is harder to tell but it doesn't matter because after about an hour the headache from motion blur will get me. Which makes it a moot point if I could tell because the forced on motion blur isn't going to let me play it anyways. I really hate motion blur if you didn't notice lol... Consoles really need a graphical menu... Seriously, I would love to turn off depth of field and motion blur since it just looks like crude to me.
I have experience with both PC gaming and Nintendo's system. On PC, I usually push the settings to their limits and then gradually lower less critical ones until performance hits around 60fps. You can see the difference. On Nintendo platforms, there are moments when frame rates drop, especially at lower resolutions like 720p, which is quite noticeable. But overall, if a game is enjoyable, I focus on the fun factor rather than technical issues. It's satisfying to be able to adjust settings and maintain smooth performance without compromising enjoyment.
Only at 720p appears poor on your 18" original 1080p machine, as seen on YouTube. Of course, 1k resolution shines much more clearly everywhere.