This question is actually related to a specific panel which is formated to be most readable in 1280x1024 resolution.  Specifically the Fanda Dash 8 panel by Oleksiy Frolov.  Due to the processing that panel needs to do because of the systems replication represented it is a frame hogging panel and I can only get better than 24 fps on 800x600 res.  The penalty is that I cn read nothing of the gauges or labeling unless the tool tips show me.  What determines the best resolution for a panel and how is it possible to change it and still keep the panel usable???
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