Term: Signal-to-noise ratio

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Term: Signal-to-noise ratio

Definition:

Abbreviated as SNR, it is a measure of the relative power of a desired or ideal signal to the power of an undesired signal or noise. SNR is typically measured in decibels.

Category:

General

See also:

Decibel; Peak signal-to-noise ratio