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I personally believe it is hard to see a better graphics right now, but! After you start playing better graphics, it is pretty noticeable when you go back.

Examples:

1. Switching to retina displays. For a lot of people that was not noticeable, but after you start using only retina displays everywhere, going back really sucks.

2. Going to ProRes displays, also hard to notice, but now I cannot use my iPad Mini, because it is noticeable. And I definitely see it on my spare iphone mini.

3. Gaming in 60/120Hz, it is impossible now to play 30Hz games.

So yes, if your mind is not spoiled, you can play low resolution games on Steam Deck on 30Hz with some drops. But if you spoiled your mind with 120Hz on 4K display/TV, you will see such a difference going back.




Regarding 3... I disagree with this one. I like games with stories and cutscenes, and 30Hz feels a lot more cinematic to me. I don't mind 60Hz/120Hz but I actually prefer 30Hz for most games I play. Also, whenever there is a choice between 30Hz+Better Quality and 60Hz, I always pick 30Hz.




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