To define a winner in this MicroLED vs OLED comparison, we will first explain each one separately. OLED stands for organic light emitting diode. A screen with this feature works from millions of diodes that emit their own light when they come into contact with electricity.
MicroLED panels follow a very similar foundation to that of OLED screens. The only difference is that, in addition to being a more recent invention, The diodes used in MicroLED technology are not organic.
Not relying on organic components makes image retention and degradation (main limitations of OLED) a thing of the past. A priori, this would be reason enough to proclaim MicroLED as the winner of this MicroLED vs OLED confrontation. However, the matter is much more complex.
Therefore, in this article to make this comparison and obtain precise data, we used an OLED screen and another microLED to carry out the respective measurements and obtain more precise results to find a winner.
Which is better, MicroLED or OLED?
Yes and no. MicroLED screens are capable of emitting higher levels of brightness without significantly reducing their useful life. However, OLED is infinitely more affordable and can be found on screens of all sizes, from smart watches to mobile phones, tablets, 4K smart TVs, 8K televisions, etc.
But let’s take a closer look at what they can really offer us:
– Brightness and color: MicroLED is twice as bright as OLED, which is very similar to comparing OLED vs QLED, with QLED being the winner. In terms of color, both MicroLED and OLED are extremely accurate, and both offer excellent black levels.
– Viewing angles: OLED is known for its near-perfect viewing angles, which allow you to see the same color and brightness regardless of your position in relation to the TV. MicroLED is superior in this section, being comparable to QD-OLED for its even wider viewing angles.
– Reliability: If you expose an OLED screen to intensive use, it will be a matter of months before you start to notice wear and tear. In contrast, MicroLED panels do not suffer from permanent image retention or burn-in.
Conclusion
There is no doubt that MicroLED completely eliminates the major shortcomings of current OLED technology. However, the difference in image quality between one and the other is almost negligible.
In this sense, if we take into account that MicroLED is a technique that is years away from being used in the domestic environment and that its price is tremendously high, the decision is very simple: OLED remains the leading technology when it comes to screens for all kinds of uses.
