'Framerate is significantly more important than resolution,' says MS

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Achieving a smooth frame rate in a game is more critical to gameplay than a 1080p native resolution, argues Xbox boss Phil Spencer.

This was the Microsoft exec's response on Wednesday when questioned by CVG on the firm's efforts to close the often discussed performance gap between PS4 and Xbox One.

"We have done a lot of work with our partners and we constantly evolve our development tools," Spencer said in an interview with CVG.

"We announced that Destiny will have the same resolution and frame rate on Xbox One as PS4. There are a long list of games. Reaching parity with our partners has been important."

He went on: "But in the end I don't want it to be about a number, because 1080p isn't some mythical, perfect resolution. Frame rate to me is significantly more important to gameplay than resolution and the mix of those two which brings the right art style and freedom, whether it's on PlayStation or our platform."

Spencer highlighted Sony's unique decision to render PS4 exclusive The Order 1886 at the cinematic 1920x800 resolution (the same pixel density as 1080p but with black movie-style bars at the top and bottom).


"I look at games like The Order on Sony's platform and they picked a different resolution - I like the resolution that they picked, I think it's interesting," said Spencer.

"I want to put the tools in the hands of the artists and not try to math it that there's some sort of [mathematical] answer for what the right resolution and frame rate is for a game - because there isn't.

"Clearly some genres like with racing sims like Forza, hitting 1080p/60fps is important. So there are certain genres where there's an expectation, but there are also other genres where I'd rather use the cycles to put more effects on screen or better lighting. I've got to put the tools in the hands of developers," he added.

Spencer also debated how interested gamers are in the performance gap between the two consoles is at this point.

"That's the first time I've been asked that question in months, and I always take how many times I get asked something as to how interesting it is to your readers," he commented.

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TravitorPosted:

Frameraite is definitely more important than resolution. 1080x graphic with a 15FPS cannot beat a solid 720x with a 100FPS.

GossipPosted:

Id have a better frame rate you really can't tell the difference when playing online anyways.

KurumuPosted:

I don't know what people are on saying that framerate is less important than resolution. Personally I would prefer 60 fps and some for of upscalled resolution then pure 1080p and 30 fps.

RageCreationPosted:

Craigyy
Ortho
Craigyy No, no it isnt you morons @ M$ lol. They are just trying to justify their failure...


What failure? The Wii-U is a failure. Xbox one sales have significantly increased since the price drop... Leave the xbox news section fanboy


You call me a 'fanboy' yet you're sticking up for them... GG.

But yes, with One has sold more than the Wii-U, but the PS4 has out sold the One by about 3/1... If the PS4 can do it, why can't the one?

Coz they failed epicly.

PS, i can post where i want.


The Wii U has sold more than Xbox One.

1989Posted:

Craigyy No, no it isnt you morons @ M$ lol. They are just trying to justify their failure...


What failure xbox are doing great theres nothing wrong with the system i dont see how theres a failure

PryzelPosted:

I agree, would prefer more FPS if it means sacrificing a few pixels...

CraigPosted:

Ortho
Craigyy No, no it isnt you morons @ M$ lol. They are just trying to justify their failure...


What failure? The Wii-U is a failure. Xbox one sales have significantly increased since the price drop... Leave the xbox news section fanboy


You call me a 'fanboy' yet you're sticking up for them... GG.

But yes, with One has sold more than the Wii-U, but the PS4 has out sold the One by about 3/1... If the PS4 can do it, why can't the one?

Coz they failed epicly.

PS, i can post where i want.

ATLatimerPosted:

Skeletaldonut
Craigyy No, no it isnt you morons @ M$ lol. They are just trying to justify their failure...


Some kids are dropped when they are young, you were obviously thrown against a wall


Thank you, Someone was going to have to say it.

DusknoirPosted:

Skeletaldonut
Craigyy No, no it isnt you morons @ M$ lol. They are just trying to justify their failure...


Some kids are dropped when they are young, you were obviously thrown against a wall


xD that's a little harsh don't you think?

DusknoirPosted:

It really is, have you played a game with bad framerate? Murdered: Soul Suspect drop frames so much throughout the game that you have to stop and let the game sync back. ;----;