SPECIFICATION GLOSSARY: MONITORS

Refresh rate - what does it mean?

Refresh rate in Hz is how often the monitor can update the image each second. Higher values can improve motion fluidity and responsiveness.

IN PLAIN LANGUAGE

How to understand Refresh rate?

Refresh rate is the maximum number of image updates per second. Its practical benefit depends on frame rate, pixel response, input latency and synchronization. Dual-mode displays may reach their highest refresh rate only at a lower resolution.

WHEN COMPARING PRODUCTS

More is usually better

A higher value is usually beneficial, but it should not be the only buying criterion.

WHY IT MATTERS

Higher refresh can improve fluidity and responsiveness.

BUYING TIP

Check which resolution supports the quoted maximum Hz.

COMMON MISTAKE

Maximum refresh may require a lower resolution.

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