[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Gaming
screen tearing
A visual artifact when the GPU and display refresh rates mismatch.
Also known as:
tearing
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
screen tearing — A visual artifact when the GPU and display refresh rates mismatch.
See also: render resolution, input lag.
Where screen tearing Matters
Graphics Cards
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is screen tearing?
A visual artifact when the GPU and display refresh rates mismatch.
What terms are related to screen tearing?
Related Gaming terms include render resolution, input lag.