Making sense of resolution, refresh rate, and panel type — in plain English.

Resolution

Resolution	Pixels	Verdict
HD	1366x768	Avoid — text looks blurry
Full HD (FHD)	1920x1080	The standard. Sharp and clear.
QHD	2560x1440	Extra sharp. Nice for creative work.
4K	3840x2160	Stunning but overkill for most laptops

Refresh Rate

Measured in Hz — how many times per second the screen updates.

Panel Type

• IPS — Best all-around. Wide viewing angles, accurate colors. Used in NXTCORE laptops.
• TN — Cheaper but poor viewing angles and colors. Avoid.
• OLED — Stunning contrast and deep blacks. Expensive, potential burn-in.