Can I upscale my Windows 11 PC output from 1080p to 2K?

I recently received a new work PC, a micro desktop with a maximum resolution of 1920X1080. However, my main monitor is 2K, and everything looks blurry and oversized. It feels impractical for professional use.

I looked into Windows 11’s ‘super resolution’ feature, but it’s not available on my machine. Adjusting monitor settings to downscale isn’t an option either (Asus VG27WQ1B).

Existing upscaler apps focus on images or specific apps, not the entire video output to the monitor. Is there a solution to upscale the video output to match my monitor? I’m open to hardware suggestions too, as staring at this screen for 9 hours daily is daunting.

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What mini-pc are you using? It’s unusual for modern systems to max out at 1080p. Even older Intel iGPUs could handle 4k.

Johnstone said:
What mini-pc are you using? It’s unusual for modern systems to max out at 1080p. Even older Intel iGPUs could handle 4k.

HP EliteDesk 800 G5 with Intel UHD Graphics 630. Surprisingly, despite ‘UHD’ in its name, it’s stuck at 1080p.

@Kernel
My laptop (native 1080p) upscales to 4k, so it’s odd your PC can’t manage 2K.

@Kernel
The Intel UHD Graphics 630 should support 4k via HDMI (30Hz) or DisplayPort (60Hz). The issue isn’t the iGPU.

Johnstone said:
What mini-pc are you using? It’s unusual for modern systems to max out at 1080p. Even older Intel iGPUs could handle 4k.

> Intel UHD Graphics 630

It supports 4k (30Hz HDMI, 60Hz DP). Check your cables.

Any PC with Windows 11 should handle 1440p at 60Hz, suitable for office tasks. Check Device Manager for display drivers; missing drivers can limit resolution.

LisaMoore said:
Any PC with Windows 11 should handle 1440p at 60Hz, suitable for office tasks. Check Device Manager for display drivers; missing drivers can limit resolution.

Both display adapter and monitor drivers are up-to-date. Same cable worked fine with my previous PC at 1440p.

Splitting pixels between 1080p and 1440p can lead to visual oddities. Monitor features might assist, otherwise, upscaling is complex.

Terryanne said:
Splitting pixels between 1080p and 1440p can lead to visual oddities. Monitor features might assist, otherwise, upscaling is complex.

1080p (2K) to 1440p (2.6K) is a 1.33 scale.

A hardware upscaler might help but could be costly and unnecessary for work machines.

If your PC maxes at 1080p, verify why; hardware upscaling within Windows might not be feasible. Diagnosing limits (IT help may be needed). Check cables and refresh rates.

Bevan said:
If your PC maxes at 1080p, verify why; hardware upscaling within Windows might not be feasible. Diagnosing limits (IT help may be needed). Check cables and refresh rates.

Display settings max at 1920X1080; no higher options.

Edit: Screenshot of display settings

@Kernel
Your graphics support this resolution. Try using only one monitor and verify cables.

Uncommon for modern PCs to max at 1080p; check display settings and cables used.

Joan said:
Uncommon for modern PCs to max at 1080p; check display settings and cables used.

Settings max at 1920X1080; I’ve tried a DP to HDMI cable.

Kernel said:

Joan said:
Uncommon for modern PCs to max at 1080p; check display settings and cables used.

Settings max at 1920X1080; I’ve tried a DP to HDMI cable.

Test with a DP-DP cable from your home PC to confirm it’s not a cable issue.

@Joan
Tried DP cable; issue persists.

Kernel said:
@Joan
Tried DP cable; issue persists.

Manually download display drivers from the manufacturer’s website for better results.