1080p vs 4K: Which Export Quality Should You Choose?
Higher resolution isn't always better — it's about matching export quality to where the video will actually be displayed.
Try Mockly FreeWhen 1080p is the right call
For App Store listings, social media placements, and most embedded website videos, 1080p renders sharp and keeps file size manageable for fast loading.
When 4K is worth it
A large website hero spanning the full viewport width, a projected presentation, or footage you plan to crop or reuse at a larger size benefits from the extra resolution headroom 4K provides.
The tradeoff to keep in mind
4K files are larger and take marginally longer to render — a real cost if page load speed or upload limits matter more to your use case than maximum sharpness.
Frequently asked questions
Not much — a video displayed at a small size on screen won't visibly benefit from 4K resolution, so 1080p is the more efficient choice there.
4K export is a Pro plan feature; the free plan supports 1080p exports with a watermark.
Yes, you can re-export the same animation at a different quality setting anytime without reconfiguring your device, scroll, or background settings.