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    Running below native res..

    Discussion in 'Other Manufacturers' started by P8ntbala, Aug 14, 2007.

  1. P8ntbala

    P8ntbala Notebook Geek

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    Someday Ill be getting my WSXGA+ ILF90 and I plan on playing some recent games on it, which I realize will likely run better at a lower resolution. I was just curious if it is really distracting or noticable when running a game below native res?
    Im not going to be too critical about it... unless its really really bad, but Im curious as to what to expect.
     
    P8ntbala, Aug 14, 2007
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  2. Syntax Error

    Syntax Error Notebook Deity

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    It's not that really noticeable. I run Medieval II at WXGA+ due to the graphical intensity of the game and I don't really mind. Others will disagree, but it all depends on how much of a game videophile you may be. If you're the casual gamer looking for eye candy and performance at the cost of resolution, then it should be fine.
     
    Syntax Error, Aug 15, 2007
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  3. Ninjazn

    Ninjazn Notebook Consultant

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    I find it slightly noticeable. Then again, I like everything to be crisp and sharp and when it's even the slightest bit blurry, I can tell.
     
    Ninjazn, Aug 15, 2007
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  4. ruku320

    ruku320 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I've been running Oblivion at 1280x800 and I don't really notice it. It looks fine to me.
     
    ruku320, Aug 15, 2007
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  5. Voodoofreak

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    I notice it!! Which is why I play in max 1680 resolution with settings turned down. Yea, I have issues....lol.
     
    Voodoofreak, Aug 15, 2007
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    lemur Emperor of Lemurs

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    lemur, Aug 15, 2007
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