[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Gaming
FPS
How many frames a device renders per second; higher FPS means smoother games and video.
Also known as:
Frames Per Second
Frame Rate
Frames/sec
Frames Per Second (FPS)
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
FPS (frames per second) measures rendering smoothness. 30 FPS is playable, 60 FPS is smooth, 120+ FPS is competitive-gaming smooth on a high-refresh screen.
Benchmarks report Graphics test: 16 FPS and per-scene Section 1/2/3. The refresh rate sets the ceiling for what you can perceive.
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GPU
Specialized chip for rendering, gaming, and image processing — key to gaming scores.
Performance
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Gaming
Refresh Rate
How often the screen redraws per second (Hz); higher feels smoother but uses more power.
Display