LaptopDisplays

Laptop displays are the built-in visual panels used in portable computers to present images and interface elements. Most laptops use a flat-panel LCD with an LED backlight, though some high-end models use OLED or other advanced backlights. The display is integrated with glass or cover layers and is paired with controller electronics and cables that connect to the system board.

Panel technologies include LCD with LED backlighting, typically using IPS or TN liquid crystal formulations. IPS panels offer wide viewing angles and accurate color, while TN panels emphasize higher response times with more limited viewing angles. OLED panels provide self-emissive pixels, delivering high contrast and deep blacks, but may carry risks of burn-in on some usage patterns. Mini-LED backlighting adds local dimming to improve contrast and HDR. Some laptops support high dynamic range and broader color gamuts, with HDR10 or Dolby Vision depending on the build.

Common display sizes range from about 11 to 17 inches, with resolutions from 1366×768 up to 3840×2160. Aspect ratios are usually 16:9, though 16:10 and 3:2 are found on some models. Pixel density (PPI) varies with size and resolution. Brightness typically spans 250–400 nits for general use, with premium panels reaching 500–1000+ nits. Color accuracy is described by color gamut coverage (sRGB, AdobeRGB, DCI-P3) and deltaE metrics; some panels are Pantone validated or factory-calibrated.

Gaming-focused and productivity displays may offer 120 Hz, 144 Hz, or 240 Hz refresh rates and variable refresh rate technologies such as G-Sync or FreeSync. Finishes range from glossy to matte (anti-glare); many touch-enabled laptops use laminated, low-parallax glass. Connectivity includes HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB-C/Thunderbolt with DisplayPort output.