LCD verses TFT monitors

chris.p · 19-Dec-2006, 08:30

Ok, what is the difference etc between a TFT monitor & an LCD monitor??
Being a techno numpty I could do with being enlightened

Chris

Jasper · 19-Dec-2006, 09:51

The spelling?

Jasper · 19-Dec-2006, 10:37

Oh,ok:

http://www.plasma.com/classroom/what_is_tft_lcd.htm

Basically they are both LCD's,but theTFT stands for Thin Film Transistor, and represents a new technology for manufacturing and improving LCD monitors. TFT specifically has allowed LCD monitors to improve display of small fonts without appearing jagged or fuzzy.

OK?

chris.p · 19-Dec-2006, 19:33

Cheers Jasper,

So i take it that an TFT monitor is better than an LCD one.?

Chris

Jasper · 19-Dec-2006, 19:38

They are both LCD!

But yes,the TFT is the newer technology.

chris.p · 19-Dec-2006, 19:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jasper

They are both LCD!

But yes,the TFT is the newer technology.

A mind of Techy info, cheers

Chris

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19-Dec-2006, 08:30	#1
chris.p Registered Forum User Ducati Corse Bikes: Monster 1100 EVO Posts: 3,969 Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: lincoln Mood: I'm A Grandad again :-) LCD verses TFT monitors Ok, what is the difference etc between a TFT monitor & an LCD monitor?? Being a techno numpty I could do with being enlightened Chris Reply

19-Dec-2006, 09:51	#2
Jasper Registered Forum User Ducati Corse Posts: 3,707 Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: YORK The spelling? Reply

19-Dec-2006, 19:33	#4
chris.p Registered Forum User Ducati Corse Bikes: Monster 1100 EVO Posts: 3,969 Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: lincoln Mood: I'm A Grandad again :-) Cheers Jasper, So i take it that an TFT monitor is better than an LCD one.? Chris Reply

19-Dec-2006, 19:38	#5
Jasper Registered Forum User Ducati Corse Posts: 3,707 Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: YORK They are both LCD!But yes,the TFT is the newer technology. Reply