Definition (比较)
Compared to others of the same type, typically when the speaker has a low opinion of that type of thing.
就…而言，算是不错了（但其实不是特别好）
As horror movies go, this one was surprisingly well-made.
就恐怖片而言，这部片出奇地制作精良。
The performance was acceptable, as these types of concerts go.
这场表演还可以，以这类型的演唱会来说。
As chain restaurants go, the service here is quite good.
以连锁餐厅来说，这里的服务相当不错。