## Understanding Display Technology

The type of display your device uses significantly impacts how wallpapers appear and even your battery life. Let's break down the differences.

AMOLED/OLED Screens

AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode) displays: - Each pixel produces its own light - Black pixels are completely OFF (true black) - Excellent contrast ratios - Can save battery with dark content

Found in: iPhone 12 and newer, Samsung Galaxy series, Google Pixel

LCD Screens

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screens: - Use a backlight behind all pixels - Black is achieved by blocking light (not true black) - Consistent power usage regardless of content - Generally more affordable

Found in: iPhone 11 and older, budget Android phones, most monitors

Why Dark Wallpapers Save Battery on AMOLED

When an AMOLED pixel displays black, it's completely turned off and uses zero power. This means:

True black (#000000) wallpapers can significantly reduce battery consumption
Areas with black pixels consume no power
Dark themes and wallpapers extend battery life

Studies show that using a dark wallpaper on AMOLED can save up to 30% battery compared to white backgrounds.

Best Wallpaper Choices by Screen Type

For AMOLED/OLED: - [AMOLED wallpapers](/wallpapers/amoled) with true black backgrounds - [Dark wallpapers](/wallpapers/dark) with deep blacks - Wallpapers with colorful subjects on black backgrounds

For LCD: - Any wallpaper works equally well for battery - Focus on what looks best to you - Consider brightness more than color

Tips for Each Display Type

AMOLED Tips: 1. Use true black (#000000) not dark gray 2. Avoid static bright elements to prevent burn-in 3. Consider wallpapers with movement/variation 4. Enable dark mode system-wide

LCD Tips: 1. Higher brightness colors pop more 2. No burn-in concerns - use any wallpaper 3. Consider reducing brightness for battery savings 4. Gradients and subtle colors look great

Find the Perfect Wallpaper

Browse our dark wallpapers and AMOLED wallpapers collections for battery-friendly options that look stunning on any display.

AMOLED vs LCD Wallpapers: What You Need to Know