[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Audio
audio latency
The delay between an action and its sound, important for games and video.
Also known as:
audio lag
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Audio latency is the delay before sound plays after it is triggered. High latency causes lip-sync errors in video and lag in games, so low-latency codecs and modes matter.
See low-latency mode.
Where audio latency Matters
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is audio latency?
The delay between an action and its sound, important for games and video.
What terms are related to audio latency?
Related Audio terms include USB-C audio, wireless audio.