2024-01-31 14:38:01
Portable game console review blogger The Phawx recently released a video detailing the condition of the Steam Deck OLED screen after 750 hours of extreme testing.
In this rigorous test, the screen withstood SDR brightness of up to 400nit, HDR peak brightness of 1000nit, and also underwent independent testing of red, green, and blue sub-pixels. It should be noted that this test is an extreme case, and the screen content remains unchanged for 750 hours (about 31 days). The screen displays a variety of content during normal use, which will make the screen last longer. That being said, fans of the game may encounter some elements that are constantly on the screen, such as health bars, etc., which can indeed lead to burn-in over time.
The test results were not surprising. There was no “real” screen burn-in, where content is permanently imprinted on the screen. However, after a long period of high-brightness testing, the pixel brightness significantly weakened when facing greater pressure. Especially when presenting HDR content, the afterimage was very obvious and could not be completely removed. In contrast, SDR content does not leave any afterimages that interfere with the normal gaming experience.
It is understood that the main reason for this phenomenon is that lower brightness levels put less pressure on pixels, consume less power (SDR 2W, HDR 5W), and generate less waste heat. Therefore, for those who want to extend the life of their Steam Deck OLED screen, turning down the screen brightness is a simple and effective solution.
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