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1080p Vs 4k for gaming

dave n rave

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Been running my PS5 and switch through a 1080p projector setup for a while now, and honestly, it's still holding its own, even with all the 4K hype lol, the image looks great in a dark room, and I get way more screen real estate than any TV in the same price range, although not to over hype I'll say there has been noticeable lag but not too much to throw me off and then I've had to tweak settings quite a bit depending on the game and its been chill do far but I feel like I'm missing out sometimes and now with newer consoles seeimng higher res and faster refresh rates, is anyone here still sticking with 1080p projectors or is 4k for gaming totally worth it?, for the price and everything I mean
 
Totally understand, 1080p projectors really do a great job, especially in a dark room, and they're such a good deal. I find myself in the same boat as you. That little bit of input lag can be a bit frustrating, can't it? But honestly, unless you're diving into super competitive games or just really yearning for that crystal-clear 4K detail, sticking with 1080p is still a solid choice. I'm curious, what kind of games do you usually play on yours?
 
Are you mostly playing fast-paced stuff like shooters or racing games, or is your setup more for chill, story-driven games where a little lag and 1080p still feels just fine?
 
Totally understand, 1080p projectors really do a great job, especially in a dark room, and they're such a good deal. I find myself in the same boat as you. That little bit of input lag can be a bit frustrating, can't it? But honestly, unless you're diving into super competitive games or just really yearning for that crystal-clear 4K detail, sticking with 1080p is still a solid choice. I'm curious, what kind of games do you usually play on yours?
I’m using a basic 1080p model in my dorm and play FIFA and Rocket League. Do you think upgrading to 4K would help with motion clarity or is it mostly about resolution?
 
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