Resolution vs Graphics Detail - Which is Best?

[pandem0nium]

They're not mutually exclusive, so both!

 

[kylew_is_back]

Depends on the game and most important, what you prefer.

However we all want 2560x1440, max settings, 120fps

 

[Martini1991]

I'm relatively surprised there's quite a lot of excitement about 21:9

 

[Zeed]

eeee 3D > any 2d settings

 

[Sin_Chase]

Native resolution, highest possible settings. Then sacrifice in order of preference depending on game.

AA first
Then shadows
Then things like grass/foliage/other mesh based detail
Etc

Will NEVER sacrifice resolution below native. Has the worst overall impact on visible quality.

 

[Squink]

Looks like most people are favouring the higher resolution over the higher settings. My experience is that generally the difference between ultra settings and medium-high settings is quite subtle in many games, with perhaps extra shadows or technically impressive extra lighting taking up a huge amount of GPU grunt, but not actually improving the overall eye candy too much. I guess you can always take satisfaction in the sharper lines from running a higher resolution.

 

[andrewohare]

Looks like most people are favouring the higher resolution over the higher settings. My experience is that generally the difference between ultra settings and medium-high settings is quite subtle in many games, with perhaps extra shadows or technically impressive extra lighting taking up a huge amount of GPU grunt, but not actually improving the overall eye candy too much. I guess you can always take satisfaction in the sharper lines from running a higher resolution.

After Gaming on a 1440p monitor dropping to 1080p on the same monitor looks muddy to me