LG begins mass production of Tandem OLED screens for laptops, promising much more brightness and less burn-in

The number of laptops equipped with OLED screens is gradually growing, but so is the performance of panels that, like it or not, still carry the label of questionable long-term durability. A problem that is gradually becoming less and less serious, in part thanks to advances such as Tandem OLED panels, which have already entered production for 13-inch laptops.

Developed by LG Display, this type of OLED panels combine two RGB emitting layers instead of one to provide greater resistance to burn-in, but also much higher luminosity. Specifically, the South Korean manufacturer ensures that its screens double the lifespan of previous designs, while providing up to three times more brightness. Likewise, energy savings can be up to 40% depending on the conditions of use.

Despite these obvious improvements, LG claims that these dual-layer OLED displays are thinner than “existing OLED laptop displays.” The company states that the 13-inch Tandem OLED panel is 40% thinner and 28% lighter, which is undoubtedly an advantage when it comes to integration into laptops, and especially in smaller models. weight.

Regarding technical specifications, this 13-inch panel provides WQXGA+ resolution (2880×1800) and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 space, with True Black 500 HDR Display certified, which implies partial maximum brightness. of 500 cd/m2 and sustained of 300 cd/m2. LG, however, does not reflect the refresh rate on its sheet, which could indicate that it is not a gaming panel.

From cars to laptops

Tandem OLED technology recently made headlines for its incorporation into the new iPad Pro, but its roots are actually in the automotive industry. LG originally designed this type of screen to be integrated into the domes and multimedia centers of modern cars, which can display instrumentation or icons for hours and should minimize the risk of displaying burned-in images.

As an interesting fact, LG Display is a major supplier of components for the motor industry. The company supplies various electronic components to firms such as Mercedes-Benz, and has also explored the use of flat LED elements as a lighting medium.