High refresh rate displays have become increasingly common over the past few years, even on budget smartphones. While a higher refresh rate does make using your smartphone feel snappier and smoother, it comes with some major drawbacks — namely increased power draw and battery drain. Luckily, the display industry has found a way to mitigate those problems with a new technology dubbed LTPO, or low-temperature polycrystalline oxide.
LTPO displays are much more energy-efficient than previous technologies, making them ideal for portable devices like smartphones. We’ve already seen a handful of flagship devices from the likes of Samsung and OnePlus feature LTPO displays, and it probably won’t be long before many mid-range and lower-end devices make the switch over to it as well.
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