iPhone: How to Make Screen Recording Quality Better?

Have you ever wished your iPhone screen recordings were sharper, clearer, and more professional-looking, you're in the right place. This article details methods for improving screen recording quality for mobiles, and includes informative explanations to tell you what matters.

What Breaks Screen Recording Quality?

You may have heard of resolution and FPS before when people discussing video quality. Samely, they are also important for screen recording. Beyond the basics, there are more to explore. So, what else impacts screen recording clarity?

● Resolution

When you see numbers expressed 1920×1080, it denotes resolution - the number of pixels. Resolution is the basic of video clarity. The larger the number, the more details there are so you can see the image’s sharpness.

iPhone resolution typically ranges from 640x1136 to 1290x2796, varying by model.

● Frame Rate

Common values are 30fps and 60fps. It's key forr recording fluency which impact perceived motion continuity. If you record at 30fps and need to post edit the material, like slow-motion replay, you will see screen stuttering and lost details.

● Video Bitrate

Video bitrate is the amount of data processed per second in a file. If you see kbps or Mbps, it refers to bitrate. High bitrate ensures sharp visuals, ideal for detailed recordings such as gameplay and tutorials. A proper encoding setting can avoid compression artifacts like blurring. 

● Others

The iPhone's CPU, GPU, and memory resources impact the recording process. And running many apps in the background can reduce the recording performance.

Learn MoreMax Screen Recording Quality by iPhone Model

Model	Max Resolution with Supported Frame Rate	Quality Level
iPhone 16 Pro & Pro Max	3840×2160 with 60 fps	4K/Ultra HD
iPhone 13/14/15 Pro & Pro Max	2796×1290 with 60 fps	2K/Quad HD
iPhone 12/13/14/15 & Plus	2778×1284 with 60fps	2K/Quad HD
iPhone 11/X/XS/XR/XS Max	2688×1242 with 60fps	2K/Quad HD
iPhone 6s/7/8 & Plus	1920×1080 with 30-60fps	Full HD

Tips: How to choose the right resolution for screen recordings?

1) HD Screen Recording (1280×720 to 1920×1080): suitable for tutorials, app demos, and social media content. Good balance of quality and file size for streaming and sharing.

2) 2K (QHD) Screen Recording (Around 2560×1440): suitable for gaming videos, professional app demos.

3) 4K (UHD) Screen Recording (3840×2160): suitable for film editing, ads, and play on projectors/TVs. Best for post-production zooming or cropping without losing quality.

How to Make Screen Recording Quality Better on iPhone? 4 Ways

When using the built-in screen recorder of iPhone, please note that there is no built-in screen recorder settings on iPhone. Your mobile will record at its highest native resolution and 60fps by default.

Don't confus the Record Video in Settings > Camera. It is not for screen record but to control the rear camera's video recording.

However, you can follow these steps to provide a better recording environment and make high quality video.

1Use the latest iPhone and the built-in screen recorder

Since the video quality is limited by the device itself, and iPhone's native screen recorder is the optimal solution to capture device-adaptive resolution. Use latest iPhones can enjoy the best performance so to bring a better screen recording quality.

2Ensure that the storage space is sufficient

Low iPhone storage (under 5GB) can cause the system to terminate screen recording to prevent file corruption. Notably, iOS screen recording requires temporary space for rendering and audio sync, even if the recording isn't saved.

iOS devices use H.264 or HEVC to ensure clarity. Here is a reference to help calculate storage space:

A 1-minute screen recording at 2532×1170 with 60 fp is about 100-200MB.

3Close unnecessary background apps before recording

When you close the background apps, the iPhone will free up CPU & GPU resources. So, it can avoid frame rate drop or lag caused by insufficient performance and bring a good quality recording.

4Adjust screen brightness to avoid overheating

If your device overheats, it can slow down the CPU/GPU, make rendering less efficient, and result in unstable frame rates (like dropping from 60 to 30 fps) or blurry moving images. You can set a medium brightness for iPhone screen.

FAQs

How to change recording quality on iPhone?

If you're saying recording with the iPhone camera, you can go to Settings > Camera > Record Video, and then choose a resolution.

How to record high quality video on iPhone?

Using a high resolution is the key. Typically, you can use 4K at 60 fps for the sharpest and smoothest video if your iPhone model supports it.

Moreover, you can use the Slo-mo mode in Settings > Camera. It allows you to record at 240fps and gives more details for per second recording.