Arcade machines maintain exceptionally low input latency through specialized hardware integration and optimized software processes. The dedicated nature of arcade hardware allows for direct communication between input devices and the processing unit, bypassing operating system overhead typically found in PCs. High-precision joysticks and buttons connect directly to the PCB through interrupt-based wiring that registers inputs within 1-2 milliseconds. CRT displays, still common in classic arcade cabinets, contribute significantly to reduced latency with near-instantaneous pixel response times compared to modern LCDs. Game code runs on bare metal without background processes, ensuring processor priority remains exclusively on game logic and input polling. Many fighting game cabinets implement polling rates exceeding 1000Hz, far surpassing standard consumer peripherals. These combined factors create a responsive environment where professional players can execute frame-perfect moves requiring precise timing as tight as 1/60th of a second.