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What’s the Deal with OLED Panels?

Feb 28, 2024 by Louigi Balao

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With the release of the Steam Deck OLED variant, people seem to be drawn back once more to the beloved game console—as if their love has been reignited. But today, we aren’t talking about the Steam Deck.  Instead, we will talk about OLED panels, which have been gaining popularity and finding their way into our homes and gaming accessories. These panels are big, dark, and energy-saving, and we will explore their marvels in this discussion.

Let’s see into its marvels, shall we?

What does OLED mean? OLED stands for Organic Light-Emitting Diode. Unlike your traditional liquid crystal display (LCD), OLED panels don’t need a separate backlight. Instead, each pixel in the panel emits its own light, which allows for precise control over the brightness and, most especially, color.

One notable feature of OLED technology is its ability to produce vibrant contrasts and true blacks. This is especially good news for immersion, like horror games that throw you into a dark room. Previously, despite being in a dark room, our panels still omitted a faint light that showed you parts of the room that weren’t meant to be seen. But with OLED, darkness will embrace you and your character, which prompts you to reach out for any light source—cool, right?

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What does this mean for us? For those looking for monitors, OLED panels offer quick response times. This translates to reduced motion blur, which allows you to keep an eye on whatever you are playing. OLED is also an upcoming popular choice if you are in the market for a big screen to enjoy entertainment with friends and family. Why? Wide viewing angles.

Gone are the days when everyone had to huddle close to the center of the screen just to see what was happening. OLED panels have wide viewing angles, meaning the colors and details remain consistent even if you're not directly in front of the screen. No more fighting for the best seat–everyone gets a great view. I’m sure Sheldon Cooper would be pleased and actually find more spots to sit in.

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Finally, OLED panels are energy-efficient because each pixel is independently lit. Remember when I stated it is capable of true black? The reason why is that the light simply turns off, and when some pixels are turned off, it consumes zero power. Deeper black plus energy savings equals an awesome combo.

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In the world of gaming or entertainment, where every detail matters, OLED panels stand out as a game-changer. The infinite contrast ratio, faster response times, wide viewing angles, and energy efficiency make OLED a wise choice for those seeking a visually immersive and feature-filled experience. So, when this conversation ever comes up at work, school, or even the dinner table, you can add your two cents to the conversation.

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