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720p

720p resolution consists of 720 horizontal lines. ‘p’ denotes a progressive scan (non-interlaced). 720p resolution corresponds to approx. 0.92 megapixel. The aspect ratio for this resolution is 16:9.

 

HD Ready logo was used on the first display devices supporting 1280x720 resolution, which is a minimum resolution required to use the HD Ready logo certified by DIGITALEUROPE (former EICTA).

 

Fig. 1. HD Ready logo

 

Fig. 2. Comparison of different resolutions