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What is input lag?

The input lag is an important TV specification for gamers. This determines how many milliseconds the delay between your controller and screen is. The lower the input, the faster the TV responds to your actions. In this article, you can read more about the advantages of low input lag.

How input lag works

Input lag TV

Input lag is caused as follows. Each image is generated by a source, like a console. The console sends the image to the TV via a cable or wireless signal, where it's processed and displayed on the screen. This entire process takes a couple of milliseconds. The precise number of milliseconds differs per TV. For example, there are televisions with an input lag of 10ms, but also with an input lag of 50ms. The higher the input lag, the longer the delay.

The importance of a low input lag

Input lag television

The input lag of a TV is only important if you play games. When you game, there's a small delay between the controller and the on-screen action. This can be a disadvantage for different types of games. For example, a racing game where you have to steer into the corner at the last second. If the game registers your action too late, you'll hit the barrier. During a shooter, you're at a disadvantage when your opponent sees you earlier and reacts faster. Do you play a lot of fast games? We recommend a TV with an input lag lower than 20ms.

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