All articles tagged with #120hz
Dell has globally released the 14S, a 14-inch Panther Lake laptop featuring a 70 Wh battery, up to 32 GB RAM, PCIe storage, and display choices of 1200p OLED or 1600p IPS; CPUs range from Core Ultra 5 to X7, with OLED capped at 60 Hz and IPS panels offering up to 120 Hz in some regions, and regional pricing varies.
An Amazon leak from the UK and Germany reveals the Sony Xperia 1 VIII with a June 26 release date, a 6.5-inch 120Hz HDR OLED display, a new telephoto lens in a triple-camera setup, Xperia AI features, a 3.5mm audio jack, dual-SIM support, and a price starting around £1,728. Colors listed are Graphite Black, Iolite Silver, and Garnet Red; a microSD slot is not confirmed. The headline also mentions WH1000XM6 headphones pre-orders, though the body focuses on the Xperia leak.
Media reviews say the standard Studio Display refreshes the panel with upgraded camera, speakers, and ports, while the Studio Display XDR upgrades to a mini-LED backlight with up to 2,000 nits peak brightness and improved contrast, making it a strong but expensive option that many won’t need for general use. Marques Brownlee calls it better in every way than the Pro Display XDR, though its $3,299 starting price targets a professional market; color gamut hits about 86% with Adobe RGB, and some builders note design quirks like the integrated power cable and thick bezels. Overall, it’s top-tier for high-end Mac setups, but the price is a major consideration.
Apple’s Studio Display XDR can reach 120Hz only on Macs with newer Apple Silicon chips (M2 Pro/Max/Ultra, M3 Pro/Max/Ultra, M4 Pro/Max, M5 Pro/Max/Ultra). Macs with M1, M1 Pro/Max, M1 Ultra, M2, or M3 are limited to 60Hz; a macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 update will enable 120Hz on all Apple Silicon Macs. The M5 iPad Pro supports 120Hz with the display, while most other compatible iPads stay at 60Hz. The XDR starts at $3,299 (vs $1,599 for the standard Studio Display) with pre-orders beginning soon and a March 11 launch.
Apple refreshes its 5K Studio Display lineup with the Studio Display XDR, which uses 2,304-zone Mini LED backlighting for brighter HDR and better contrast, adds adaptive sync up to 120Hz when connected to M4/M5 devices, and supports up to 140W charging; preorder starts March 4 and shipping begins March 11. The base Studio Display remains 60Hz, with the XDR priced at $3,299 (nano-texture glass raises to $3,599).
Digital Foundry’s verdict is that Resident Evil Requiem looks stunning on all modern consoles, but the PS5 Pro version delivers the definitive experience thanks to near-native 4K visuals achieved via temporal upscaling, robust ray tracing, and the game’s hair strand tech; base PS5/Xbox Series X are similar with slightly lower image quality, Series S drops hair work and runs at a lower resolution, and the 120Hz mode disables RT/upscaling, highlighting Pro as the standout choice.
Safari on iPhone, iPad, and Macs with ProMotion can render pages at up to 120Hz by enabling a hidden Feature Flags option. On iPhone/iPad, go to Settings > Safari > Advanced > Feature Flags and turn off 'Prefer Page Rendering Updates near 60fps', then restart Safari; on Mac, enable Show features for web developers in Settings > Advanced, open the Feature Flags tab, search '60fps', and uncheck the 'Prefer Page Rendering Updates near 60fps' option, then restart. Supported devices include ProMotion iPhones (e.g., 13 Pro and later), iPad Pro models, and Macs with ProMotion; higher refresh can affect battery life.
Sony announced a 27-inch PlayStation Gaming Monitor launching next year in the US and Japan, featuring a QHD IPS display, HDR support, variable refresh rates up to 120Hz (240Hz on PC), built-in charging for DualSense controllers, multiple ports, and compatibility with various devices, offering a more affordable alternative to Sony's higher-end monitors.
Google's Pixel 10 base model ships with a default 60Hz refresh rate, disabling the 120Hz mode to potentially improve battery life, but users can enable the higher refresh rate manually if desired. The Pro models feature LTPO screens allowing dynamic refresh rate adjustments for better power efficiency.
Hollow Knight: Silksong demonstrates impressive performance on Switch 2, supporting a 120Hz mode that offers buttery smooth gameplay, although full details and potential frame rates are still to be confirmed, with anticipation for more updates on Thursday's announcement.
In Season 20, Apex Legends will introduce 120hz gameplay for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, bringing console performance closer to high-end PCs, while also adding haptic feedback and adaptive triggers for PS5 controllers. Other changes include ranked mode overhauls, removal of shields from ground loot, and a new Straight Shot mode, signaling a potential revival for the battle royale game.