1.03-inch 2.5K OLED-on-Silicon Microdisplay

1.03″ 2.5K Micro OLED Display

A 2560 × 2560 square-format Micro OLED image source for VR headsets, Pancake optical engines, simulation and high-FOV binocular near-eye systems.

1.03-inch 2560 by 2560 2.5K Micro OLED display module

Square 2.5K Micro OLED for High-FOV Near-Eye Systems

The 1.03″ Micro OLED display is a high-resolution OLED-on-Silicon platform within DisplayMan’s broader Micro OLED displays portfolio. The current SY103WAM19 direction provides a native 2560 × 2560 resolution across an 18.432 × 18.432 mm active area.

Its square format and 7.2 μm pixel pitch make it a relevant image source for binocular VR, Pancake optics, simulation and high-FOV systems where a larger image area and balanced horizontal/vertical resolution are required.

Current Main Model

SY103WAM19 is the current 1.03″ direction, with 1000 cd/m² luminance, 90 Hz operation and a MIPI interface.

Discontinued Brightness Versions

The former 1800, 3000 and 20000 cd/m² 1.03″ versions are discontinued and should not be presented as current options.

Display Size1.03″ diagonal
Resolution2560 × 2560
Active Area18.432 × 18.432 mm
Pixel Pitch7.2 × 7.2 μm
Brightness1000 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio>100,000:1
Frame Rate90 Hz
InterfaceMIPI

1.03″ 2.5K Micro OLED Specifications

The following values describe the current SY103WAM19 direction. Final specifications, supply status and driver compatibility should be confirmed before design-in.

Current ModelSY103WAM19
Display TechnologyActive-matrix color OLED-on-Silicon / OLEDoS
Diagonal Size1.03 inch
Native Resolution2560 × 2560
Pixel Pitch7.2 × 7.2 μm
Active Area18.432 × 18.432 mm
Reference Outline SizeApproximately 21.087 × 22.765 × 1.475 mm
Brightness1000 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio>100,000:1 reference
Frame Rate90 Hz
Display InterfaceMIPI
ColorFull color
StatusCurrent main 1.03″ direction

Derived Active-Area Directions

The following nominal sizes use reduced image areas from the same 1.03″ platform. They are not counted as separate silicon display platforms.

Nominal DirectionResolutionActive AreaBase PlatformAvailability
0.57″1600 × 120011.52 × 8.64 mm1.03″ / 7.2 μm platformConfirm by project
0.62″1728 × 136812.4416 × 9.8496 mm1.03″ / 7.2 μm platformConfirm by project
0.83″2560 × 144018.432 × 10.368 mm1.03″ / 7.2 μm platformConfirm by project
Current Supply Boundary

Do not list the discontinued 1800, 3000 or 20000 cd/m² versions as current 1.03″ products. Use SY103WAM19 at 1000 cd/m² as the present main direction.

Why Choose a 1.03″ 2.5K Micro OLED?

Resolution

2560 × 2560 Detail

A square 2.5K image provides balanced horizontal and vertical resolution for demanding binocular optics.

Image Area

18.432 mm Square

The larger active area supports optical architectures that require greater image coverage than compact FHD panels.

Motion

90 Hz Operation

A 90 Hz direction supports smooth near-eye motion when the host and complete display pipeline are correctly configured.

Contrast

Self-Emissive Pixels

True black and high contrast support dark-scene detail and clear image edges after optical magnification.

Format

Square Architecture

The 1:1 format is well suited to binocular VR, simulation and optics that benefit from balanced field coverage.

Platform

Derived Image Areas

The same 7.2 μm platform can support smaller active-area directions when a project does not require the full square image.

Typical Applications

VR Headsets

Square 2.5K resolution and a larger image area for binocular VR and high-FOV immersive systems.

Pancake Optical Engines

A high-resolution image source for compact folded optics, subject to complete optical-loss and brightness evaluation.

Simulation & Training

Detailed near-eye imagery for professional simulation, training and visualization systems.

Binocular HMD

A balanced square image format for dual-display head-mounted systems and high-FOV optical designs.

Professional Imaging

High pixel count for specialized imaging, inspection and advanced optical instruments.

Optical R&D

A platform for evaluating square-format eyepieces, driver electronics and custom near-eye optical engines.

How the 1.03″ Micro OLED Fits into a System

The panel must be matched with high-bandwidth driver electronics, suitable optics and precise mechanical alignment. Panel resolution alone does not determine the final perceived image.

High-Resolution Host
MIPI Driver Electronics
1.03″ 2.5K Micro OLED
Pancake / Eyepiece Optics
Visible Virtual Image

Electronic Integration

  • Confirm MIPI bandwidth and 2560 × 2560 timing.
  • Match power rails, power sequence and panel initialization.
  • Review 90 Hz host output, processing and latency.
  • Use a compatible driver board for HDMI, Type-C or embedded video sources.

Optical & Mechanical Integration

  • Match the 18.432 mm square image area to the optics.
  • Calculate brightness at the eye after Pancake or eyepiece losses.
  • Define field of view, eye box, eye relief and distortion targets.
  • Control focus, binocular alignment, heat and mechanical tolerances.
Need a Complete Near-Eye System?

Use the Near-Eye Display Solution page for display selection, driver electronics, optical-engine matching, mechanics and prototype evaluation.

When Should You Select the 1.03″ Platform?

Good Fit

Select 1.03″ 2.5K When

  • A square 2560 × 2560 image is required.
  • VR, simulation or binocular HMD is the target application.
  • The optics can use an 18.432 × 18.432 mm active area.
  • The host and driver can support the required MIPI bandwidth.
  • 90 Hz operation meets the motion requirement.
Compare First

Review Another Platform When

  • A smaller Full HD display can meet the optical requirement.
  • Higher panel luminance is essential for a very lossy optical engine.
  • The product needs a native 16:9 rather than square format.
  • The mechanical envelope cannot accommodate the larger panel.
  • The host cannot provide compatible 2.5K MIPI output.
Brightness Must Be Evaluated at the Eye

The current 1000 cd/m² direction may suit some enclosed or optimized systems, but Pancake architectures can have significant optical loss. Confirm brightness after the complete optical path.

1.03″ 2.5K Micro OLED FAQ

What is the current 1.03″ Micro OLED model?

SY103WAM19 is the current main direction, providing 2560 × 2560 resolution, 1000 cd/m² brightness, 90 Hz operation and a MIPI interface.

Are the 1800, 3000 and 20000 cd/m² versions still available?

No. Those former 1.03″ brightness versions are discontinued and should not be presented as current products.

What is the active area of SY103WAM19?

The active area is 18.432 × 18.432 mm, based on a 7.2 × 7.2 μm pixel pitch.

Are 0.57″, 0.62″ and 0.83″ separate Micro OLED platforms?

No. They are reduced active-area directions based on the same 1.03″ / 7.2 μm platform and should be counted as one base platform.

Can the panel connect directly to HDMI or USB Type-C?

Normally no. A compatible driver or conversion board must output the correct high-resolution MIPI timing, control and power sequence.

Is the 1.03″ Micro OLED suitable for Pancake optics?

It is a relevant high-resolution direction, but Pancake optics can have significant light loss. Brightness at the eye, field of view, eye box and thermal design must be evaluated together.

Is it suitable for VR?

Yes. Its square 2560 × 2560 format and 90 Hz operation are relevant for binocular VR and high-FOV systems, subject to driver and optical compatibility.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Please provide the application, quantity, required field of view, optical architecture, host input, mechanical limits, brightness-at-eye target and project schedule.

Qualified Micro OLED Projects

Evaluate the 1.03″ 2.5K Platform Around Your Real Application

Send the application, quantity, brightness target, host input, optical requirements, mechanical limits and project schedule. DisplayMan will review whether the 1.03-inch 2.5K direction is suitable.

The display, driver electronics, Pancake or other optical engine, mechanical structure, thermal design and host interface should be evaluated as one complete near-eye display system.

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