Micro OLED Displays

Compact OLED-on-Silicon Image Sources for Near-Eye Display Systems

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Micro OLED Displays for Near-Eye & Optical Systems

Micro OLED displays—also called OLED-on-Silicon, OLEDoS or OLED microdisplays—combine self-emissive OLED pixels with a silicon backplane. Their compact size, high pixel density, strong contrast and fast response make them suitable image sources for near-eye and professional optical products.

DisplayMan organizes the Micro OLED portfolio as a complete product cluster: select the display module, match the required driver electronics, integrate a compatible optical engine, or start from the complete near-eye display solution.

Micro OLED Is the Image Source—not the Complete Near-Eye System

Final image quality depends on the complete path from host input and driver timing to the display, optical engine, mechanical alignment, eye box and viewing environment.

Start from the Final Application

AR, VR, EVF, FPV, HUD and medical optics require different combinations of brightness, resolution, interface, field of view and mechanical structure.

Key Features of Micro OLED Displays

Micro OLED technology is designed for applications where a very small display must remain clear after optical magnification. Its advantages come from combining self-emissive OLED pixels with an active-matrix silicon backplane.

IMAGE DETAILHigh Pixel DensityMicrometer-scale pixel pitches support sharp text, fine graphics and high-resolution imagery in sub-inch display formats. Exact pixel density varies by platform.
CONTRASTSelf-Emissive Pixels & Deep BlacksEach pixel generates its own light and can switch off independently, eliminating a separate LCD backlight and supporting strong black-level performance.
BRIGHTNESSStandard & High-Brightness OptionsDifferent platforms cover enclosed viewers and higher-loss optical paths. Selected configurations reach up to 20,000 cd/m²; availability is model-specific.
MOTIONFast Pixel ResponseFast OLED response supports smooth motion and real-time viewing for EVF, FPV and VR. Total latency also depends on the host, processor, driver and refresh pipeline.
COLORStrong Image & Color PerformanceMicro OLED can deliver vivid color, fine grayscale and high image clarity. Gamut, uniformity, gamma and calibration depend on the selected model and system tuning.
FORM FACTORCompact Image-Source DesignWithout a separate backlight assembly, OLED-on-Silicon supports compact display modules for space-constrained near-eye and professional optical instruments.
BACKPLANEActive-Matrix Silicon ControlCMOS backplane circuitry provides precise pixel addressing and supports high resolution in a small active area, with timing and control defined by each platform.
INTEGRATIONFlexible Optical-System MatchingMicro OLED displays can be integrated with Birdbath, Pancake, EVF, prism and other near-eye optical architectures when brightness, size and magnification are selected together.
Performance Values Are Platform-Specific

Brightness, contrast, color, refresh rate, power consumption, operating lifetime and environmental limits are not universal Micro OLED values. Confirm the exact display model and operating condition before design-in.

Explore the Micro OLED Product Family

Choose the component level that matches the current stage of your project. Each category has dedicated pages for specifications, available configurations and integration guidance.

0.72-inch WUXGA Micro OLED display module

Micro OLED Display Modules

Nine independent OLED-on-Silicon platforms from 0.23″ through 1.30″, covering compact WQVGA and SVGA through Full HD, WUXGA, 2.5K and 3.5K.

  • Choose size, resolution and brightness
  • Confirm MIPI or RGB panel interface
  • Match the display to the optical architecture
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1.03-inch 2.5K Micro OLED with HDMI Mini monocular driver board

Micro OLED Driver Boards

Model-specific electronics for signal conversion, display timing, control, power and prototype-friendly external video input.

  • Monocular and binocular directions
  • HDMI, Type-C and CVBS input options
  • Custom interface and board-shape review
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1.03-inch 2.5K Micro OLED Pancake optical engine with HDMI Mini driver

Micro OLED Optical Engines

Micro OLED image sources combined with lenses, combiners, polarization elements and optical mechanics to create a viewable virtual image.

  • Birdbath and Pancake directions
  • EVF optical modules
  • Project-specific near-eye modules
Explore Optical Engines

Nine Micro OLED Display Platforms

The public product range is organized by independent base display size. Different brightness versions, FPC directions and software-defined active areas are not counted as separate silicon platforms.

How the Nine-Platform Count Works

The 0.40″ direction uses the 0.49″ platform. The 0.57″, 0.62″ and 0.83″ directions use reduced image areas from the 1.03″ platform and are not counted as separate silicon display platforms.

Micro OLED Display Platform Comparison

Use the table to select a base platform, then open the product page to review the detailed model direction, FPC, brightness, frame rate and driver-board compatibility.

SizeResolutionBrightness DirectionPanel InterfaceTypical DirectionDetails
0.23″640 × 4003000 / 6000 / 10000 cd/m²MIPI + I²CMiniature viewers and wearable opticsView product →
0.32″800 × 600400 / 2000 cd/m²MIPI / RGBFPV and compact optical modulesView product →
0.39″1024 × 768600 / 20000 cd/m²RGBEVF and professional viewfindersView product →
0.49″1920 × 10801800 / 3000 cd/m²MIPIAR, HUD, EVF and optical R&DView product →
0.50″1600 × 12001000 cd/m²MIPINear-eye and professional imagingView product →
0.60″FHD / SXGA / SVGA200–6000 cd/m²MIPI / RGBAR, HUD, EVF and optical systemsView product →
0.72″1920 × 12002000 cd/m²4-lane MIPI + I²CHigh-detail near-eye systemsView product →
1.03″2560 × 2560Current: 1000 cd/m²MIPIVR and Pancake optical systemsView product →
1.30″3552 × 35521600 cd/m²MIPI / I²CPremium VR and simulationView product →
Current 1.03″ Direction

The former 1800, 3000 and 20000 cd/m² 1.03″ versions are discontinued. Current projects should be reviewed around the available 1000 cd/m² model and confirmed before design-in.

How to Select a Micro OLED Display

Resolution alone cannot determine the correct Micro OLED. Select the display around the complete near-eye or optical system.

STEP 01Define the ApplicationAR, VR, EVF, FPV, HUD, medical viewer, microscope or another optical instrument.
STEP 02Choose the Optical ArchitectureBirdbath, Pancake, EVF eyepiece, prism, combiner or another project-specific optical path.
STEP 03Set FOV & Viewing GeometryConfirm target field of view, eye relief, eye box, optical magnification and monocular or binocular use.
STEP 04Select Size & ResolutionMatch the physical panel and pixel density to the optics and required perceived detail.
STEP 05Calculate BrightnessAccount for losses from lenses, polarizers, beam splitters, combiners and the viewing environment.
STEP 06Confirm InterfaceIdentify the panel-side MIPI or RGB direction and the external host input required by the product.
STEP 07Match the Driver BoardSelect model-specific electronics for timing, control, power and HDMI, Type-C, CVBS or other inputs.
STEP 08Review IntegrationVerify FPC, board position, mechanics, thermal design, alignment, prototype quantity and project schedule.

Micro OLED Driver Board Directions

A Micro OLED panel normally cannot connect directly to an HDMI or Type-C host. The driver board must be matched to the selected display model, channel count and input architecture.

Micro OLED Optical Engine Directions

An optical engine turns the small Micro OLED image into a usable virtual image. The optical direction affects field of view, eye relief, eye box, efficiency, distortion, enclosure depth and required panel brightness.

Micro OLED Display Applications

Start from the final product when the correct display, driver board and optical engine are not yet fixed.

Micro OLED application in augmented reality glasses

Micro OLED for AR

Compact image sources for Birdbath, prism, combiner and other transparent or semi-transparent AR optics.

  • Brightness and optical efficiency
  • FOV, eye box and eye relief
  • Weight and mechanical space
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Micro OLED application in virtual reality headsets

Micro OLED for VR

High-resolution Micro OLED platforms for immersive binocular systems and compact Pancake optics.

  • High pixel density
  • Binocular synchronization
  • Wide FOV and distortion control
Explore VR
Micro OLED application in electronic viewfinders

Micro OLED for EVF

High-detail, high-contrast image sources for cameras, drones and professional imaging instruments.

  • Fine detail and color
  • Fast response
  • Focus adjustment and eye relief
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Micro OLED application in FPV goggles

Micro OLED for FPV

Compact self-emissive displays for real-time drone viewing and low-latency FPV goggles.

  • Low-latency video path
  • Fast response and refresh rate
  • Compact binocular integration
Explore FPV
Micro OLED near-eye HUD application for technical visualization

Micro OLED for HUD

Near-eye and head-mounted HUD image sources for professional visualization and wearable information systems.

  • Image brightness
  • Combiner and optical efficiency
  • Mechanical alignment
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Near-Eye Display Solution

Use the solution route when the final device is known but the display, electronics and optical architecture are not yet fixed.

DisplayMan can review the complete system path around the application instead of treating the Micro OLED panel as an isolated component.

  • Application and viewing requirement review
  • Micro OLED platform selection
  • Monocular or binocular driver-board matching
  • Birdbath, Pancake, EVF or project optical direction
  • FOV, eye relief, eye box and brightness review
  • FPC, board, mechanics and prototype integration
Explore the Near-Eye Display Solution
Near-eye display system architecture from host input through driver board, Micro OLED, optics and eye position

Micro OLED Display FAQ

What is a Micro OLED display?

A Micro OLED display is a compact OLED-on-Silicon microdisplay that uses a silicon backplane to achieve very high pixel density. It is normally used as the image source inside a near-eye or optical system rather than as a direct-view screen.

How many independent Micro OLED display platforms are available?

The current public portfolio is organized into nine independent size platforms: 0.23″, 0.32″, 0.39″, 0.49″, 0.50″, 0.60″, 0.72″, 1.03″ and 1.30″. Different brightness versions and reduced active-area directions are not counted as separate platforms.

Are 0.40″, 0.57″, 0.62″ and 0.83″ separate Micro OLED platforms?

No. The 0.40″ direction is derived from the 0.49″ platform. The 0.57″, 0.62″ and 0.83″ directions are reduced active-area configurations based on the 1.03″ platform.

Can a Micro OLED display connect directly to HDMI or Type-C?

Usually no. The Micro OLED panel uses a model-specific MIPI or RGB interface and normally requires a compatible driver board for HDMI, Type-C, CVBS or another external host input.

Which Micro OLED display is suitable for AR?

Compact Full HD and high-brightness directions such as the 0.49″ and selected 0.60″ configurations are useful starting points. Final selection depends on optical efficiency, FOV, eye box, eye relief, mechanical space and ambient-light conditions.

Which Micro OLED display is suitable for VR?

High-resolution platforms such as 1.03″ 2560 × 2560 and 1.30″ 3552 × 3552 are relevant for demanding VR systems. The optics, refresh rate, binocular architecture, distortion and required field of view must also be reviewed.

Is higher Micro OLED brightness always better?

No. Required panel brightness depends on total optical loss and the viewing environment. Birdbath, Pancake and HUD architectures can lose significant light, while an enclosed EVF may prioritize resolution, uniformity and thermal behavior instead of maximum luminance.

What information is required for a recommendation?

Provide the application, preferred resolution or size if known, required brightness, host input, field of view, eye relief, monocular or binocular configuration, available mechanical space, quantity and project stage.

Select the Right Micro OLED Display System

Send the final application and viewing requirement. DisplayMan can help identify a practical Micro OLED display, driver-board and optical-engine direction.

Recommended RFQ information:
Application · Resolution · Display size · Brightness · Host input · FOV · Eye relief · Monocular or binocular · Mechanical space · Quantity · Project stage

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