1080i vs. 720p

[QUOTE="munsoned"][QUOTE="bigiter"]Hey guys, i'm buying an Sharp Aquos HDTV tomorrow for my ps3 and i wanted to know what configuration would be the best for HD gaming 720p or 1080i. The cables i'm using are the sony playstation 3 component cables so they should get the job done. Just wanted to know what settings i should be applying. Thanksryank285

BAD advice... NEVER buy name brand HDMI wires. they are a total rip off. you can buy a 7 ft cable for 10 bucks including shipping at newegg.com. all HDMI cables have same quality because it is a digital signal.

i got a sony hdmi wire and a sony wireless ps3 controller both in a box unopened for 30 bucks. and i had to do was plug it in. and it auto set my system to my hdtvs max settings. i never had any of these problems i read about on these forums about their video picture ect ect . if u go shopping for a cheap brand hdmi wire u might get burned...

Shawty1984 did you see what Necromican just posted? Read this part of the article through and through

The truth about 1080p
In the last couple of years, there has been a big influx of HDTVs with 1080p native resolution, which typically cost a good deal more than their lower-resolution counterparts. But as we've been saying all along, once you get to high-def, the difference between resolutions becomes much more difficult to appreciate. We've done side-by-side tests between two 46-inch LCD HDTVs, one with 1366x768 resolution and the other with 1080p resolution, using the same 1080i source material, and it was extremely difficult for us to see any difference. It becomes even more difficult at smaller screen **** or farther seating distances--say, more than 1.5 times the diagonal measurement of the screen. We've reviewed a 37-inch 1080p LCD, for example, where it was impossible to see the separation between horizontal lines at farther than 45 inches away.

kenken2g

We're not telling you to ignore 1080p HDTVs. They technically do deliver more detail, which can enhance the viewing experience for more eagle-eyed viewers. Also, many manufacturers build other picture-quality benefits, such as better contrast and/or color, into their 1080p HDTVs simply because those sets are the high-end models. And given the continuing march of technology, we expect more and more 1080p models to become available at lower and lower prices. Today, however, the premium for 1080p is still pretty steep, and unless you're getting a very large set, say 50 inches or more, we don't recommend basing a buying decision on whether or not the television has 1080p native resolution.

They actually comment that in the bottom of the Article.. That you should not ignore 1080p. Because there is a difference in detail but it is very hard to see on smaller TV's.Necromican

Right. This was the point that I was trying to make to Shawty1984. He is entilted to his own opinion and that's cool. He feels as if it doesn't matter the size of the tv he says it's the viewing distance. If you have 1080p on a 32 inch and 1080i on another 32 inch....you can't really see a difference with the human eye. But if it was a 50 inch then yes of course you can see it.

[QUOTE="ryank285"]

[QUOTE="munsoned"][QUOTE="bigiter"]Hey guys, i'm buying an Sharp Aquos HDTV tomorrow for my ps3 and i wanted to know what configuration would be the best for HD gaming 720p or 1080i. The cables i'm using are the sony playstation 3 component cables so they should get the job done. Just wanted to know what settings i should be applying. Thanksmunsoned

BAD advice... NEVER buy name brand HDMI wires. they are a total rip off. you can buy a 7 ft cable for 10 bucks including shipping at newegg.com. all HDMI cables have same quality because it is a digital signal.

i got a sony hdmi wire and a sony wireless ps3 controller both in a box unopened for 30 bucks. and i had to do was plug it in. and it auto set my system to my hdtvs max settings. i never had any of these problems i read about on these forums about their video picture ect ect . if u go shopping for a cheap brand hdmi wire u might get burned...

all you have to do is be smart with what you buy... if you see a product that has over 150 5 star reviews, most likely its a quality product which is what the HDMI cable i am talking about got.

And there is a difference. Otherwise it would have been silly to make the resolution. Eh?..

And when they speak. they speek of resolution and picture quality, Blu Ray movie og PS3 game. Its the same difference.. 1080p is a little shaper and alittle more detailed.. But you cannot see that in smaller Tv-Sets.

[QUOTE="shawty1984"][QUOTE="kenken2g"][QUOTE="shawty1984"][QUOTE="xooco"][QUOTE="shabab12"]

Also, you can'treally see 1080i or 1080p if your tv is smaller than 50 inches.

kenken2g

Yes you can. It all depends on viewing distance to the size of the TV. Just the size of the TV has nothing to do with it. A 50" 1080p FullHD TV is no better than a 37" 1080p FullHD TV. It just depends what distance you are viewing it from.

I see where you are going and what you are talking about. However, many reviewers, and store employees say that the smaller the tv (32 inches and below) the less likely you are to see a noticable difference between the two resolutions. Unless you are sitting right in front eyeballing looking for a difference.

It's no use commenting anymore. Even you have said that there are plently of people that agree that viewing smaller tvs makes it hard to tell the difference between 1080i/p.....sources have been pasted in this thread. So I think that says enough. You have an opinion and you are entitled to it. However, you can't say that everyone else is wrong and the sources are too.....and that you are right and everyone else's thoughts and information is nonsense.

[QUOTE="kenken2g"][QUOTE="shawty1984"][QUOTE="kenken2g"][QUOTE="shawty1984"][QUOTE="xooco"][QUOTE="shabab12"]

Also, you can'treally see 1080i or 1080p if your tv is smaller than 50 inches.

shawty1984

Yes you can. It all depends on viewing distance to the size of the TV. Just the size of the TV has nothing to do with it. A 50" 1080p FullHD TV is no better than a 37" 1080p FullHD TV. It just depends what distance you are viewing it from.

I see where you are going and what you are talking about. However, many reviewers, and store employees say that the smaller the tv (32 inches and below) the less likely you are to see a noticable difference between the two resolutions. Unless you are sitting right in front eyeballing looking for a difference.

It's no use commenting anymore. Even you have said that there are plently of people that agree that viewing smaller tvs makes it hard to tell the difference between 1080i/p.....sources have been pasted in this thread. So I think that says enough. You have an opinion and you are entitled to it. However, you can't say that everyone else is wrong and the sources are too.....and that you are right and everyone else's thoughts and information is nonsense.

>>>>Shawty1984.....read this http://www.cnet.com/4520-7874_1-5137915-1.html?tag=txt

Lot of comments :D. Hope you have your answer by now though. But why are some of you commenting on personal thoughts and not by fact?..

http://www.cnet.com/4520-7874_1-5137915-1.html?tag=txt

Just read that and the answers speeks clearly.

Necromican

Shawty1984 did you see what Necromican just posted? Read this part of the article through and through

The truth about 1080p
In the last couple of years, there has been a big influx of HDTVs with 1080p native resolution, which typically cost a good deal more than their lower-resolution counterparts. But as we've been saying all along, once you get to high-def, the difference between resolutions becomes much more difficult to appreciate. We've done side-by-side tests between two 46-inch LCD HDTVs, one with 1366x768 resolution and the other with 1080p resolution, using the same 1080i source material, and it was extremely difficult for us to see any difference. It becomes even more difficult at smaller screen **** or farther seating distances--say, more than 1.5 times the diagonal measurement of the screen. We've reviewed a 37-inch 1080p LCD, for example, where it was impossible to see the separation between horizontal lines at farther than 45 inches away.

kenken2g

They actually comment that in the bottom of the Article.. That you should not ignore 1080p. Because there is a difference in detail but it is very hard to see on smaller TV's.Necromican

And there is a difference. Otherwise it would have been silly to make the resolution. Eh?..

And when they speak. they speek of resolution and picture quality, Blu Ray movie og PS3 game. Its the same difference.. 1080p is a little shaper and alittle more detailed.. But you cannot see that in smaller Tv-Sets.

Necromican

[QUOTE="Necromican"]They actually comment that in the bottom of the Article.. That you should not ignore 1080p. Because there is a difference in detail but it is very hard to see on smaller TV's.kenken2g

Right. This was the point that I was trying to make to Shawty1984. He is entilted to his own opinion and that's cool. He feels as if it doesn't matter the size of the tv he says it's the viewing distance. If you have 1080p on a 32 inch and 1080i on another 32 inch....you can't really see a difference with the human eye. But if it was a 50 inch then yes of course you can see it.

[QUOTE="shawty1984"][QUOTE="kenken2g"][QUOTE="shawty1984"][QUOTE="kenken2g"][QUOTE="shawty1984"][QUOTE="xooco"][QUOTE="shabab12"]

Also, you can'treally see 1080i or 1080p if your tv is smaller than 50 inches.

kenken2g

Yes you can. It all depends on viewing distance to the size of the TV. Just the size of the TV has nothing to do with it. A 50" 1080p FullHD TV is no better than a 37" 1080p FullHD TV. It just depends what distance you are viewing it from.

I see where you are going and what you are talking about. However, many reviewers, and store employees say that the smaller the tv (32 inches and below) the less likely you are to see a noticable difference between the two resolutions. Unless you are sitting right in front eyeballing looking for a difference.

It's no use commenting anymore. Even you have said that there are plently of people that agree that viewing smaller tvs makes it hard to tell the difference between 1080i/p.....sources have been pasted in this thread. So I think that says enough. You have an opinion and you are entitled to it. However, you can't say that everyone else is wrong and the sources are too.....and that you are right and everyone else's thoughts and information is nonsense.

>>>>Shawty1984.....read this http://www.cnet.com/4520-7874_1-5137915-1.html?tag=txt

My 2 cents..

I have a 40" 1080p TV and I can't tell the difference between 720p & 1080i (via xBox 360) at all and I am a total graphics whore.

On the other hand, I do play PC games on the TV often, and I can tell you there is a HUGE difference between 720p and native 1080p support. Just last night, I played Stranglehold in 720p, which looks basically identical to the xbox version of the game, and then in 1080p and the difference is very obvious.

THe problem is that my PC can't always output acceptableframerates at 1080p, so I have to downgrade ot 720p.

DOes the PS3 have native 1080p support or is it just upscaled?The xbox doesn't have native support for 1080p for any games I have played.

Maybe i'm 'trolling' again according to GS mods, but whatever.

Answer to your question is 720p through HDMI would be the best sollution in your case.

What size of a tv are you getting anyways?

Madyson

What is trolling?

My 2 cents..

I have a 40" 1080p TV and I can't tell the difference between 720p & 1080i (via xBox 360) at all and I am a total graphics whore.

On the other hand, I do play PC games on the TV often, and I can tell you there is a HUGE difference between 720p and native 1080p support. Just last night, I played Stranglehold in 720p, which looks basically identical to the xbox version of the game, and then in 1080p and the difference is very obvious.

THe problem is that my PC can't always output acceptableframerates at 1080p, so I have to downgrade ot 720p.

DOes the PS3 have native 1080p support or is it just upscaled?The xbox doesn't have native support for 1080p for any games I have played.

scipio_9823

Yeah on my 32 inch Samsung I can't tell the difference between 720p/1080i. However on NG Sigma....1080i looks better than 720p and there isn't screen flickering or motion blur

the above is true, i looked into it. the only way you can see the diffrence between 720p/1080i and 1080p on the average tv size of 32-42" is if you are 4-5 feet away. coreyross

720P .mikemd4eva

[QUOTE="Necromican"]

Lot of comments :D. Hope you have your answer by now though. But why are some of you commenting on personal thoughts and not by fact?..

http://www.cnet.com/4520-7874_1-5137915-1.html?tag=txt

Just read that and the answers speeks clearly.

kenken2g

Thanks so much for posting this. You have cleared up a lot of egos lol on this site. Thank you for this information man this really helps me, I have a301080i HDTV so I'm pretty happy this.