VGA

1. video graphics array: a high-resolution standard for displaying text, graphics, and colors on computer monitors.

VGA

abbreviation for

1. video graphics array; a computing standard that has a resolution of 640 × 480 pixels with 16 colours or of 320 × 200 pixels with 256 colours. SVGA ( super VGA ) is a later version with higher spatial and colour resolution, esp 800 × 600 pixels with 256 colours

Word History and Origins

Origin of VGA¹

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

If you need me, I’ll be campaigning for VGA on the next MacBook Air.

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In addition to a USB-C port, the M24fd has HDMI, VGA, and two USB-A ports.

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An I/O board isn’t necessary for most cores, for example, but it adds a VGA port along with digital and analog audio out, which is useful for various setups.

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Rounding out the selection there’s a VGA port that supports up to 1080p/60Hz, two USB-A and one USB-C data-only ports, gigabit Ethernet, and SD and microSD card slots.

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That’s likely to make the VGA port most useful for connecting your laptop or tablet to a projector.

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