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High brightness and high contrast are both important for screen visibility and image quality — but they are very different concepts.
Definition: Refers to how much light a display emits.
Measured in: Nits (cd/m²)
Effect:
Makes the screen easier to see in bright environments, like sunlight.
Helps keep images and text visible when there’s strong ambient light.
Good for:
Outdoor use (smartphones, kiosks, industrial displays)
Fighting screen glare or reflections
Too much brightness:
Can cause eye strain in low-light conditions.
Uses more battery power.
Definition: Refers to the difference between the darkest black and brightest white on a screen.
Measured as: A ratio, e.g., 1000:1, 1000000:1
Effect:
Makes details more visible, especially in shadows or dark scenes.
Gives depth and realism to images and videos.
Good for:
Watching movies, reading text, design work
Enhancing sharpness and visual clarity
Low contrast:
Makes images look washed out or dull.
Feature | High Brightness | High Contrast |
What it changes | Light output of the display | Light/dark difference in the image |
Measured in | Nits (cd/m²) | Ratio (e.g., 1000:1) |
Purpose | Visibility in bright surroundings | Detail, clarity, realism |
Good for | Outdoor screens, signage, tablets | Media, reading, graphic design |
Can cause | Eye strain (if too bright in dark areas) | Washed out image (if contrast is low) |
Brightness = how bright the screen is
Contrast = how different the light and dark parts of an image are
For the best viewing experience, a balance of both is ideal:
Use high brightness for outdoor visibility
Use high contrast for sharp, vivid image quality
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