Higher render quality targets typically increase infrastructure costs. This is because they demand more computing power, storage, and bandwidth to process and deliver higher-quality outputs.
- **Computing power**: Higher resolution (e.g., 4K vs. 1080p) or complex effects (like ray tracing) require more powerful GPUs or additional cloud rendering nodes, raising hardware/processing costs. - **Storage**: Detailed textures, high-polygon models, or uncompressed files need larger storage space, increasing storage expenses. - **Bandwidth**: Transferring large rendered files or streaming high-quality outputs boosts data usage, driving up bandwidth costs.
To optimize, set clear quality benchmarks upfront to avoid over-investing in unnecessary infrastructure, balancing performance needs with cost efficiency.