Are Vita graphics overhyped?

One of the things I've noticed is how hyped Vita is for it's graphics. Supposedly it's a PS3 in a portable form or even better. But is it really?

First of all, most of the screenshots people paste are pretty much bullshots. There's no way the actual graphics will look so sharp and jaggy-free.

Secondly, some screenshots do show how the games actually look like and they don't look nearly PS3 or 360 quality graphics on those.

Vita will use PowerVR graphics tech similar to that found in iPhones, meaning it'll in no way be a graphical monster.

Compared to 3DS, the graphics do look better, but I think people are largly over-reacting when they say it's gonna top the PS3.

It'll be PSP all over again, when people also said it's gonna top PS2 but it wasn't even quite Dreamcast quality.

I guess we'll see when it releases.

Vita in general is overhyped.

You'd think this thing was the second coming or something.

The are overhyped, but it is still a monster for a handheld, and it has more RAM than the ps3 so at least it won't be bottlenecked in the same way the PS3 has been

Vita in general is overhyped.

You'd think this thing was the second coming or something.

DarkLink77

[QUOTE="DarkLink77"]

Vita in general is overhyped.

You'd think this thing was the second coming or something.

tume-x

Vita in general is overhyped.

You'd think this thing was the second coming or something.

DarkLink77

So was the 3DS, but hey both machines are full of old consoles ports at the moment and are being hyped cuz of that.:P But if we look at the broader picture, the GBA, (aka the best handheld EVA!) has a s*** ton of old console ports too... so yeah.:P

Vita looks cool, I don't think it will get good support though. I sense another PSP.SaltyMeatballs

Not only I agree with this, but this generation of handheld consoles will be pretty mehh too and won't be as diverse and the previous generations. It's almost the end folks!:cry: (not that I care anymore anyways:P)

[QUOTE="SaltyMeatballs"]Vita looks cool, I don't think it will get good support though. I sense another PSP.sanim02

Not only I agree with this, but this generation of handheld consoles will be pretty mehh too and won't be as diverse and the previous generations. It's almost the end folks!:cry: (not that I care anymore anyways:P)

Vita needs to fall back on "better graphics" constantly as a selling point. Overhyped, it is.

PSP sang the same song against the DS. Look how that ended.

[QUOTE="DarkLink77"]

Vita in general is overhyped.

You'd think this thing was the second coming or something.

tume-x

Wait, so if I read that correctly than we should ignore any of the unique things added into a handheld system that could not be done with a console, and embrace the things similar to a console...that a console can still do much better? What features of the Vita are unique for a handheld???

Vita in general is overhyped.

You'd think this thing was the second coming or something.

DarkLink77

Lol I remember I just can't hype it as I am one of the fools who hyped the crap out of the psp, rushed out and bought it and played about two games for it. I will not fall for the same trick again lol

everything with Sony is overhyped.

the graphics for vita are considerably more powerful than the iphone...by the time the vita comes out it'll still be the most powerful handheld device on the market.

PS Vita's graphics are going to be the same to the PS3 as the PSP was to the PS2. PS Vita has more ram, just as the clock speed of the PSP was 333mhz vs 297mhz for the PS2. Basically just as the PSP never looked as good as the best looking PS2 games, it came damn close which is incredible. The PS Vita will probably perform the same during its lifespan compared with the PS3 from an overall perspective.

I could get more technical but I do not need to as all most people need to know is that just as when the PSP was released in terms of raw power and potential, there's nothing on the market that can top the PS Vita upon release, its graphics will own.

No; MushroomWig

That's one game. Most other games look a little better from the best-looking Wii games.

agreed

No; MushroomWig

lol that looks like a PS1 game :lol:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqcJ4tFsC1o&list=LL9qkPIu4AwnLZseuXK13oZA&index=13

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No one I know is getting this system. I personally think it won't do well at all and people are hyping this up.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqcJ4tFsC1o&list=LL9qkPIu4AwnLZseuXK13oZA&index=13

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StrongDeadlift

looks like a PS1 game :lol:

No, the graphics are not overhyped.

They are quite impressive for a handheld device.

They follow an old tradition among certain handhelds of being ~ 1 generation behind current consoles (almost). The Vita has caught a break since this generation is going to last a bit longer than most, making it seem all the more impressive as it overlaps the PS3. Though I do agree it's not quite a portable PS3/360 machine from what I've seen, but within a range that's similar to PSP to PS2 or in other words, close enough to impress me.

Much like the Game Gear, Sega Nomad, Turbo-Express, Atari Lynx, and Sony PSP, all of which were about one generation behind their respective consoles at the time of release.

Nintendo is actually a bit unusual in that they are often closer to two generations behind in graphics hardware rather than one generation, which has allowed them historically to price cheaper and attract more support. In the past it also allowed them advantages in battery life, which they've abandoned for 3D capability.

the vita graphics are amazing for a handheld.

the lineup so far is really really trash though i only see really hardcore gamers like its slineup, theres not something for everyone

[QUOTE="StrongDeadlift"]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqcJ4tFsC1o&list=LL9qkPIu4AwnLZseuXK13oZA&index=13

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painguy1

looks like a PS1 game :lol:

Try again.

[QUOTE="painguy1"]

[QUOTE="StrongDeadlift"]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqcJ4tFsC1o&list=LL9qkPIu4AwnLZseuXK13oZA&index=13

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phantomblade220

looks like a PS1 game :lol:

Try again.

looks like a PS1 game :lol:

No, the graphics are not overhyped.

They are quite impressive for a handheld device.

They follow an old tradition among certain handhelds of being ~ 1 generation behind current consoles (almost). The Vita has caught a break since this generation is going to last a bit longer than most, making it seem all the more impressive as it overlaps the PS3. Though I do agree it's not quite a portable PS3/360 machine from what I've seen, but within a range that's similar to PSP to PS2 or in other words, close enough to impress me.

Much like the Game Gear, Sega Nomad, Turbo-Express, Atari Lynx, and Sony PSP, all of which were about one generation behind their respective consoles at the time of release.

Nintendo is actually a bit unusual in that they are often closer to two generations behind in graphics hardware rather than one generation, which has allowed them historically to price cheaper and attract more support. In the past it also allowed them advantages in battery life, which they've abandoned for 3D capability.

Seiki_sands

I'm not saying it's not impressive for a handheld, I'm simply saying that those statements how it'll match - or even outperform - the current home consoles (not counting the Wii) is false.

[QUOTE="phantomblade220"]

[QUOTE="painguy1"]

looks like a PS1 game :lol:

painguy1

Try again.

looks like a PS1 game :lol:

I agree, definately looks like a ps1 game :lol:

[QUOTE="painguy1"]

[QUOTE="phantomblade220"]

Try again.

_Matt_

looks like a PS1 game :lol:

I agree, definately looks like a ps1 game :lol:

tottally man!! lol its sooo bad [spoiler] incase most ppl haven't noticed by now, im joking [/spoiler]

[QUOTE="_Matt_"]

[QUOTE="painguy1"]

looks like a PS1 game :lol:

painguy1

I agree, definately looks like a ps1 game :lol:

tottally man!! lol its sooo bad incase most ppl haven't noticed by now, im joking

I should hope people realised :P

Vita looks cool, I don't think it will get good support though. I sense another PSP.SaltyMeatballs

I'm not very impressed so far with the graphics, especially for how good people expect it to be. However, I'm guessing it will be like most other console or portable released. The graphics and games will get better as the time goes by.

For the price, I'm going to be buying one.

[QUOTE="SaltyMeatballs"]Vita looks cool, I don't think it will get good support though. I sense another PSP.jasonharris48

PS Vita's graphics are going to be the same to the PS3 as the PSP was to the PS2. PS Vita has more ram, just as the clock speed of the PSP was 333mhz vs 297mhz for the PS2. Basically just as the PSP never looked as good as the best looking PS2 games, it came damn close which is incredible. The PS Vita will probably perform the same during its lifespan compared with the PS3 from an overall perspective.

I could get more technical but I do not need to as all most people need to know is that just as when the PSP was released in terms of raw power and potential, there's nothing on the market that can top the PS Vita upon release, its graphics will own.

eyebrows

My sentiments exactly. And even without the added hype fromSony and their fanboysthis is shaping up to be my fav, or at least most anticipated, piece of gaming hardware out.

Vita has twice the graphical cores of the iPhone 4s.

Well I kind of agree in that, here in SW, Everything notable gets overhyped. Still, it's a pretty powerful piece of equipment when compared to the competition around it.

Vita has twice the graphical cores of the iPhone 4s.

Mr_BillGates