07OLED RETENTION / OBSERVATION

OLED Burn-in & Retention Test

Use low and medium gray fields plus primary colours to look for faint silhouettes left by repeated static content. Keep the inspection brief.

Observation only. This test observes irregularities; it cannot repair burn-in. Do not leave bright static patterns running unnecessarily, and follow the manufacturer’s care guidance.

Browser-generated pattern · Not a laboratory measurement

PROTOCOL / 01—04

How to use this test

01
Clean the screen gently and let it reach its normal operating temperature.
02
Set browser zoom to 100% and use the brightness and picture mode you normally use.
03
Start fullscreen mode. Use arrow keys, Space, click or touch to change patterns.
04
Observe from your normal position first, then move closer only to inspect a detail.

OBSERVE

What to look for

Faint channel logos, bars or interface silhouettes
Uneven areas that persist across several colours
Colour-specific wear visible in one primary field

INTERPRET

How to read the result

Temporary retention may fade after varied content or the manufacturer’s normal compensation cycle. Permanent burn-in is cumulative uneven pixel wear.

LIMITS

Limits of a browser test

This test observes irregularities; it cannot repair burn-in. Do not leave bright static patterns running unnecessarily, and follow the manufacturer’s care guidance.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

01Can ScreenProbe remove burn-in?

No. A website cannot reverse permanent subpixel wear. Be cautious of tools that promise a guaranteed repair.

02Is image retention always permanent?

No. Short-term retention can disappear, while burn-in is persistent uneven wear. Recheck after normal varied viewing.

OLED Burn-in & Retention Test

How to use this test

What to look for

How to read the result

Limits of a browser test

Frequently asked questions

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Screen uniformity

Backlight bleed

Black screen