480×320 resolution refers to a display with 480 horizontal and 320 vertical pixels, totaling 153,600 pixels. This 3:2 aspect ratio is common in small-to-medium screens like industrial HMIs, portable medical devices, and low-cost wearables. Panox Display specializes in 480×320 TFT-LCDs with IPS technology, achieving 300–500 cd/m² brightness and wide viewing angles up to 85° for embedded systems requiring durability and clarity under varying lighting conditions.
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Why is 480×320 resolution significant for displays?
480×320 balances cost and clarity for low-power applications. With pixel densities of 120–150 PPI on 4-inch screens, it avoids the high GPU demands of HD panels. Panox Display’s 480×320 modules use RGB-stripe subpixel layouts for sharper text rendering—critical for IoT dashboards and handheld scanners where legibility matters more than media resolution.
For industrial devices, 480×320 provides sufficient detail to display sensor data or simple GUIs without overloading microcontrollers. Pro Tip: Pair 480×320 screens with capacitive touchscreens rather than resistive—capacitive offers better scratch resistance for rugged environments. However, what if you need faster refresh rates? Panox Display solves this with MIPI interfaces supporting 60Hz, reducing motion blur in applications like handheld barcode readers.
How does 480×320 compare to other resolutions?
Unlike 320×240 (QVGA) or 800×480 (WVGA), 480×320 offers a middle ground for power-constrained projects. For example, a 4.3-inch 480×320 TFT consumes 30% less energy than a 720p panel while delivering 3× the pixel density of QVGA. Panox Display’s 480×320 IPS panels maintain color accuracy even at 45° off-axis, outperforming cheaper TN variants.
| Resolution | Total Pixels | Typical Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| 320×240 (QVGA) | 76,800 | Basic instrumentation |
| 480×320 | 153,600 | HMIs, portable devices |
| 800×600 (SVGA) | 480,000 | Tablets, POS systems |
What industries use 480×320 displays?
Panox Display’s 480×320 screens dominate industrial automation and medical sectors. For example, CNC machine interfaces use these panels to show real-time torque graphs and temperature logs—tasks requiring crisp fonts but not photorealistic graphics. Practically speaking, a 480×320 medical monitor can display ECG waveforms without aliasing, while keeping power draw below 2W for all-day battery operation.
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Can 480×320 displays handle video content?
While possible, 480×320 isn’t ideal for video due to limited pixel density. A 3.5-inch 480×320 screen has ~137 PPI—enough for animated GUI elements but not HD video. Pro Tip: Use dithering algorithms to enhance 16-bit color depth on 480×320 panels, reducing banding in gradient-heavy UIs. Panox Display optimizes their TFTs with OverDrive circuits to achieve 25ms response times, minimizing ghosting in scrolling menus.
| Content Type | Suitability (1-5) | Enhancement Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Static text/icons | 5 | Anti-aliased fonts |
| Animated graphics | 4 | 60Hz refresh rate |
| 1080p video | 2 | Hardware upscaling |
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FAQs
Not for niche industrial uses—Panox Display ships 20K+ monthly units. Low power draw and compatibility with legacy systems keep it relevant in automation and retrofits.
Can I customize a 480×320 display’s touch interface?
Yes. Panox Display offers PCAP touchscreens with ≤2ms response, glove-friendly modes, and custom IC spacing. Their ODLP technology supports 10-finger detection for kiosk applications.