What is screen resolution?
Screen resolution shows how many pixels a monitor has in a “width x height” format. It depicts how clearly a monitor can display visual content. The higher the monitor resolution, the more pixels, the clearer the picture will be.
Which screen resolution is right for you?
| Screen | Pixels | Best for… |
|---|---|---|
| 4K Ultra HD | 3840 x 2160 pixels | Professional and visual-intensive gameplay, content curation, game development, and graphic design that support for sharp visuals and intricate details in images. |
| Wide Quad High Definition Plus (WQHD+) | 3840 x 1660 pixels | Ultra-competitive gaming with 21:9 wide-screen size suitable for sports and racing games. |
| Wide Quad High Definition (WQHD) | 3440 x 1440 pixels | Modern gaming such as open-world games, first-person shooters (FPS), role-playing games (RPG), and more with sharp details and more vivid visuals than with a Full HD panel. |
| Quad High Definition (QHD) | 2560 x 1440 pixels | Modern gaming, graphic design, photo editing and professional applications with rich color and clarity. |
| Full HD | 1920 x 1080 pixels | Fast-action gameplay with highest refresh rates for competitive gaming. |
What else do you need to know about screen resolution?
Your screen’s image quality is also impacted by:
- Display technology (QD-OLED, Fast IPS, VA)
- Screen size
- Screen brightness, measured in nits
- Color gamut
- Contrast ratio