IPS Vs AMOLED: Differences Comparison 2024
When we consume any form of digital media on any device, regardless of the screen size, we wish for an optimal viewing experience. Sitting in the comfort of our homes, we usually enjoy watching our TV screens from any angle, whether it be sitting, lying, or standing.
However, the only major thing that impacts our viewing experience is the kind of screen you are watching on, because of viewing angles. In this article, we will help you get the best devices with viewing angles by introducing you to IPS and AMOLED.
In-plane switching, or IPS for Short, is used in LCDs (Liquid-Crystal Displays) for enhancing color reproduction and viewing angles. IPS aligns the liquid crystals parallel to the glass surface, resulting in better color accuracy, consistency, and wide viewing angles, compared to the traditional twisted nematic, which twists the liquid crystal for the light to pass.
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Some Key Features of IPS:
● IPS displays offer a broad range of colors, often covering 98% of the Adobe RGB color space. This can be helpful in tasks that require precise color representation, like video or art/image editing.
● IPS provides consistent image quality from various angles without the reduction of color or distortion of the image, giving clear and maintained imagery from all angles.
● Advancements in technology have helped in improving the response time on the IPS screens, making them more suitable for gaming.
Active-Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode, or AMOLED for short, is a display technology that uses organic compounds that emit light when electric current passes through them. This technology allows the display of vibrant colors with deeper blacks since AMOLED displays turn the pixels showing black colors off and have a higher contrast ratio. AMOLED displays are also thinner and more versatile, resulting in screens that are curved and can usually be seen on curved screens and phones.
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Some Key Features of AMOLED:
● AMOLED displays emit their own lights on each pixel of the screen; hence, there is no need for the backlight like LCDs, resulting in true black colors and contrast ratio.
● AMOLED displays have excellent viewing angles that maintain constant color and brightness, even when you are viewing from different angles.
● These displays have faster response time and reduced motion blur and are widely used in content like videogames and editing.
● AMOLED displays are also energy efficient since they use less to no power when they are showing darker content by shutting down the individual pixels.
Now that you know what these technologies are and what features they offer, it’s time to compare the two display technologies for an even better understanding. However, do note that these comparisons are here to help you decide which display is more suitable for your everyday use, and not for which one is better than the other – that is for you to decide.
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Comparison of Structure and Technology
Structure and technology are key when deciding your display screen, as they can help in our immersion when we watch movies or play video games by how they produce the image on the screen.
IPS aligns the liquid crystals in parallel to the glass substrate which allows for better color reproduction, and a wide viewing angle. It, however, requires a backlight to display the imagery, resulting in a nonflexible screen. | AMOLED emits light by using organic compounds; it passes the current through each individual pixel displayed on the screen. It produces vibrant colors because of this method, as AMOLED displays can reduce and increase the power of each pixel depending on the color, resulting in true black colors and contrast. |
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Comparison In Viewing Angles
As mentioned above, viewing angles play a vital role in your viewing experience and can enhance your experience no matter where you watch your screen form. It is also very useful when there is a group gathering and a bunch of people are sitting in different places.
IPS provides excellent viewing angles, compared to LCDs, with minimal color distortion and brightness. You can watch your movies, TV shows, etc., from up to an angle of about 178 degrees. | AMOLED displays also offer wide viewing angles for up to 180 degrees without the loss of color, distortion, or brightness. Some screens using AMOLED displays also come in curved screens, which can also help with the wide viewing experience. |
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Comparison In Color and Contrast
Color and contrast help us in our immersion by showing picture-perfect imagery, when consuming our digital media by showing every little detail, and it is also beneficial for people who work in the editing and designing industry.
IPS might not achieve the same level of contrast as an AMOLED display, but it still produces accurate color reproduction, is consistent across different viewing angles, and gives more natural color representation in its imagery. | AMOLED display screens are known for their vibrant color and contrast. Since these screens can turn off individual pixels completely, this helps the AMOLED screen to produce many contrast ratios, resulting in more dynamic imagery. |
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Comparison In Brightness and Outdoor Visibility
The brightness on your device is key, especially on devices such as your mobile phones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches, etc. These devices are also used in the direct light of the sun, and brightness can help you in your device’s visibility outdoors.
IPS are known for their performance in bright environments because of the backlight used for displaying, which makes them suitable for outdoor visibility. | AMOLED displays struggle when used under direct sunlight because of their reliance on self-emitting diodes. However, there have been advancements in the technology for improved brightness for AMOLED displays. |
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Comparison In Power Consumption
When displaying high-contrast and bright images, you should keep in mind about the power being consumed for that image to be displayed.
IPS display screens consume more power because they use backlight to display the image on the screen. IPS screens consume power regardless of the content and/or what color is being displayed. | AMOLED screens, however, are more energy efficient especially when displaying dark images or black color. They do consume more power if the image being displayed is too bright or completely white. |
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Comparison In Lifespan and Burn-in issues
When buying a display screen, it is important to know the longevity of that screen since it can be beneficial and cost-effective.
IPS display screens are known for their long lifespan and aren’t known for burn-in, making them more optimal for long-term use and cost-effective. | AMOLED is capable of burn-in, especially since static images can leave permanent marks on the screen. The organic compound used for displaying the imagery can degrade over time, especially the blue pixels. |
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Comparison In Cost
The cost for each device can vary depending on the brands and devices that you are going to purchase. However, the technology used in both display screens can increase or decrease the price.
IPS screens are more affordable compared to AMOLED screens and are a popular choice when it comes to mid-range devices. | AMOLED are more expensive, because of how they are manufactured and the complex technology. However, the prices are shown to be reducing steadily over time. |
Again, as mentioned above, this article is here to help you decide which display screen is more suitable for you regarding your workplace, or personal use. We will now summarize all that we now know about both display screens.
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IPS Display Screen
● IPS screens align the liquid crystals parallel to the screen, which results in a better and more accurate color display with consistency, especially in wide viewing angles.
● Its color ranges over 98% of Adobe RGB color space, and It has enhanced response time, which makes it more suitable for gaming and editing.
● IPS are known for their brightness and are suitable for outdoor use.
● These screens consume more power because of their backlight, regardless of the content being shown.
● IPS screens are less pricey and suitable if you are struggling with your budget, and they have a long lifespan.
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AMOLED Display Screen
● AMOLED screens use organic compounds that emit light as the current passes through them; this allows the screen to produce vibrant color, deeper blacks, and a higher contrast ratio.
● The technology used in the AMOLED screen also makes it more flexible resulting in screens that are curved.
● Due to its vibrant colors, it has amazing viewing angles that maintain constant color and brightness, and it also has enhanced response time which also makes it suitable for gaming and editing.
● AMOLED struggles when used under direct sunlight because of their diodes.
● These screens are more power efficient due to their technology and consume even less power when the image is darker or black.
● AMOLED screens are on the pricey side because of their technology and if they suffer from burn-in, especially on static images.
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5. Bottom Line
You now know the difference between the IPS and AMOLED displays, how they function, and their key features. We’ve also discussed the differences among the technologies and how they benefit our viewing experience and immersion.
Now it’s up to you to decide which display screen you prefer; personally, we prefer the AMOLED display, but it can be a bit on the pricey side, while the IPS display screen offers a better price especially if you have a tight budget. Ultimately, both screens are well worth their price and should be purchased depending on their use.
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