Is it a waste of time to wait for 1080p video to buffer if your laptop has a1366x738 resolution?

Asked by Sarah90 (373

) March 26th, 2013

We have an argument at my place of work.
I say it is useless to watch a video in 1080p instead of 720p if your computer has a 1366×738 resolution. Several people have told me regardless whether a screen can display the higher resolution, it is best to download and watch the 1080p video as it will be better quality.
Who is right ?

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Either your monitor or your video player will be down-rez’ing the 1080p version to fit your screen if you use the 1080p version. Why not let the pros do the down-rez and use their 720p version instead? – and save bandwidth in the bargain. So, I agree with you @Sarah90.

Now if you are all keeping your downloads for possible later viewing, then get the 1080p version because someday you’ll get a higher rez screen. That would be a worthwhile reason to get the big one.

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