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SPECIFICATION GLOSSARY: MONITORS

Response time - what does it mean?

Response time describes pixel transition speed. Lower can reduce blur, but GtG and MPRT figures are not directly interchangeable.

IN PLAIN LANGUAGE

How to understand Response time?

Pixel response time affects motion clarity and ghosting. Manufacturer figures can use different methods such as GtG or MPRT, and aggressive overdrive can improve a quoted number while introducing overshoot. Compare results measured with the same methodology.

WHEN COMPARING PRODUCTS

Less is usually better

A lower value is usually beneficial, but its importance still depends on the product design and use case.

WHY IT MATTERS

Faster pixel transitions can improve motion clarity.

BUYING TIP

Compare measurements made with the same method.

COMMON MISTAKE

GtG and MPRT are different metrics.

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