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What is a screen resolution?
Screen resolution is basically how sharp your screen looks, and it’s measured in pixels—like tiny dots that make up everything you see. It’s usually written as width × height, like 1920×1080. The more pixels, the clearer and more detailed the image.

For example, 1920×1080 means there are over 2 million pixels on screen (about 2.1 megapixels). That’s pretty standard these days and looks crisp on most monitors and laptops.

Here’s a quick rundown of common resolutions and what they’re good for:

1366×768 – Often called “HD” by marketers, but it’s not true HD (that’s 720p). It’s common on cheaper laptops and gets the job done, but feels a bit cramped if you’re working with multiple windows or want sharp text.
1600×900 (aka HD+ or 900p) – A nice step up from 1366×768. Looks good on smaller screens, like 14-inch laptops. Not Full HD, but definitely better than basic.
1920×1080 (Full HD / 1080p) – The sweet spot for most people. Super common, looks sharp, and works great for watching videos, gaming, or getting work done. If you're not sure what to go with, this is a solid choice.
2560×1440 (QHD or 1440p) – Sometimes called “2K” (though technically not exactly 2K). It’s got way more detail than 1080p—about 78% more pixels—so everything looks crisper and you can fit more stuff on screen. Awesome for gaming and productivity, especially on 27-inch monitors.
3840×2160 (4K UHD) – Super sharp! Four times the pixels of 1080p. Perfect if you’re editing photos or videos, or just want that ultra-immersive feel on a big screen. Can be overkill on small laptop displays unless you bump up the scaling so things don’t look too tiny.
Just keep in mind: higher resolution = sharper image, but UI stuff (like icons and text) might look smaller unless you adjust the scaling in your settings.

So yeah—bigger isn’t always better, but it’s definitely nicer if your hardware can handle it!