As a veteran astronomy enthusiast, I know that magnification is a problem that many people struggle with when choosing a telescope. So, how much better is a telescope in general? In fact, the answer to this question is not a simple number, but needs to be considered in combination with a variety of factors.
First of all, the observation target is one of the key factors in our selection of telescope magnification. If you're mainly looking at more recent celestial bodies such as the moon and planets, then the multiplier can be appropriately higher so that you can see their details more clearly. However, if you want to observe deep-sky objects, such as nebulae, galaxies, etc., then too high a multiplier can obscure them, because high magnification magnifies the brightness and detail of the object, but it also magnifies the background light of the sky and the effects of atmospheric disturbances.
Secondly, the usage scenario is also a factor to consider when choosing a telescope magnification. If you are using a telescope in a city, the light pollution will be severe, and too high a multiplier will make the background light brighter, which will affect the observation effect. And if you're using a telescope in a place with less light pollution, such as a suburban or mountainous area, consider opting for a slightly higher multiple.
In addition, the performance of the telescope is also one of the factors to consider when choosing a magnification. The higher the magnification, the higher the requirements for the optical performance of the telescope. If the optical performance of the telescope is not good enough, high magnification will bring more aberrations and distortions, which will affect the observation effect. Therefore, when choosing a high-magnification telescope, it is important to ensure that its optical performance is good enough.
To sum up, the higher the magnification of the telescope, the better, but the comprehensive consideration of various factors such as the observation target, the use scenario, and the performance of the telescope. In general, for beginners and hobbyists in general, choosing a telescope of 7-10x is enough for daily observation. If you want to look deeper at certain objects or for advanced applications such as astrophotography, then consider a telescope with higher magnification, but be careful to make sure that the telescope's optical performance is good enough.
Finally, it is also one of the factors to consider when choosing a telescope. In general, telescopes with high magnification** will also be relatively high. Therefore, when choosing a telescope, you must make a reasonable choice according to your budget and actual needs. Don't blindly chase for high multiples and ignore other important factors, or you may regret it.