Low resolution in AE projects even with 1920x1080 comps — looking for causeHello, I’m experiencing

Hello,

I’m experiencing a persistent low‑resolution issue in After Effects, and I can’t figure out the cause.

Here are the details:

• Compositions are set to 1920×1080 (Full HD).

• Draft 3D is OFF.

• Adaptive Resolution is OFF (Preview set to Full).

• VC Orb plugin is being used (textures are 6K resolution).

• Color settings in the project: 32 bpc.

• Preview scaling is 100% in the Comp panel.

• Output still looks noticeably softer compared to tutorials using identical settings.

Things I’ve checked:

• The textures are confirmed to be high‑resolution (6K JPG).

• Gamma/Brightness settings match the tutorial.

• I’ve tested with multiple comps and cameras.

Additional example:
The same low‑resolution effect happens in another comp where I use CC Ball Action (screenshot attached). Even at 1080×1080 or 1920×1080 comps, the small elements look blurred compared to the expected sharp result.

Question:
What else could cause low resolution in both plugins/effects when all settings appear correct? Could it be related to:

• Comp size vs. texture size?

• Render pipeline settings (Final vs. Draft in plugins)?

• AE downsampling in preview or export?

• Anti‑aliasing behavior in certain effects?

Screenshots of both projects and settings are attached.

Thanks in advance for any ideas — I’m stuck and can’t figure out what I’m missing.