Microsoft and Sony's upcoming game consoles are going to need a certain type of TV specification that you've probably never considered before if you want to make the most of the new consoles.
Both Microsoft and Sony boast that their consoles "Project Scarlett" and the PlayStation 5, respectively will play games at 4K resolution up to 120 frames per second. If you've recently bought a TV, you likely have the 4K resolution part covered.
Most TVs have a 60Hz refresh rate, which means they can display video up to 60 frames per second. The higher the refresh rate on a TV or display, the more frames it can display per second, which leads to smoother animations, something that's particularly noticeable in video games.
For years, a 60Hz refresh rate has been the standard for TVs, as cable TV, video streaming, and even current-generation consoles don't display video beyond 60Hz or 60 frames per second. And, to be honest, 60Hz/60 frames per second is still totally fine, and very smooth for video games. Your current 60Hz TV will still display games from Microsoft's "Project Scarlett" and Sony's PlayStation 5 just fine.
But if you're going to make the most of Microsoft and Sony's new consoles, you're going to want a TV that says "120Hz refresh rate" in the specs list. Or perhaps even a computer monitor that supports 120Hz, which are often designed for the PC gaming crowd.
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