Many people have switched from standard-definition analog TVs to high-definition (HD), which refers to resolutions of 720p, 1080i, and 1080p. HDTVs offer a 16:9 aspect ratio, similar to a movie theater screen. These TVs are available with higher-resolution screens, which allow for greater clarity, color, and detail.
Interlaced vs Progressive Scan – 1080i vs 1080p
Resolution is HDTV's biggest selling point. We compared 720p, 1080i, and 1080p to help you make the best choice for your TV viewing pleasure.
The three HDTV resolutions are 720p, 1080i, and 1080p. The number represents the number of horizontal lines that the image creates. The letter describes the type of scan that the TV uses to display the image: progressive or interlaced.
Resolution is important because more lines means a better photo. This is a similar concept to digital photos and how dots per inch determines print quality.
