720p

When broadcast at 60[note 1] frames per second, 720p features the highest temporal resolution possible under the ATSC and DVB standards.

The term assumes a widescreen aspect ratio of 16:9, thus implying a resolution of 1280×720 px (0.9 megapixels).

720i (720 lines interlaced) is an erroneous term found in numerous sources and publications.

[4] Progressive scanning reduces the need to prevent flicker by anti-aliasing single high contrast horizontal lines.

[5][6] It is also easier to perform high-quality 50↔60 Hz conversion and slow-motion clips with progressive video.