Sharp’s New R-IGZO 5.0-inch Display Now Available with Backlight Option

November 4th, 2022

Sharp Electronics Corporation announced its new Reflective IGZO (R-IGZO) 5.0-inch Class (diagonal) display for handheld applications is now available in a backlit option. This update provides added flexibility to achieve superb sunlight viewability and incredibly low power consumption. Samples are available now, with mass production starting in Q1 of 2023.

Key Features


Ultra-low Power Consumption
• Zero backlight power required in reflective mode


Exceptional Outdoor Viewability
• Full-color, full-speed video at 60Hz refresh
• Reflective electrode structure + high contrast
• 150 nits of brightness @ 855mW
• -20°C to +70°C operating temperature enables a wide variety of applications


Thin and Lightweight
• Slim, low-power backlight enables compact product designs

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