When it comes to television or any display, resolution has been the main focus. First it was HD and color, then it was 720p and 1080p, and now the focus is on 4K. Another question that one has to ask is at what point does resolution no matter? The human eye only has the ability to see a certain amount of detail right? Did we already hit the threshold?
It varies….
The difference between 4K and 1080p is undeniable, in the way that 4K has the ability to display nearly 4X the amount of pixels as 1080p screens can. Does the human eye have the capability of seeing 4x the pixels of a 1080p screen. It varies with the distance you’re sitting away from the screen and the screen’s size. It is almost impossible for a person to distinguish the difference between a 4K and 1080p screen from a distance. If you have a large screen placed in a really small room, one will be able to notice the difference, while a person who doesn’t have great vision won’t be able to see the difference as well.
The size of the screen is also a deciding factor when it comes to the ability to be able to notice the difference between 4K and 1080p. The recommended size for a television screen is close to 42 inches, but this size is different – 28 inches – for a computer monitor.
Yes, the human eye is capable of distinguishing between 4K and 1080p. Some of the most important things to consider are:
- The quality of the person’s eyesight
- The size of the screen
- The distance you are away from the screen