What quality iPhone screen should I choose ?
TFT, INCELL, LTPS, hard OLED, soft OLED, pulled, Service Pack, original reconditioned

Your iPhone screen is cracked or the display is starting to tire, and when it comes time to replace it you come across a multitude of terms: TFT, , INCELL, , LTPS, , hard OLED, , soft OLED, , original reconditioned, , pulled, , Service Pack..

All these names correspond to different iPhone screen qualities, there are also differences in price, display comfort and durability. In this article, we take stock of the situation to help you to choosing the best quality iPhone screen depending on your model, usage and budget.

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1. LCD or OLED: the starting point for choosing your iPhone screen

Before comparing the different qualities (TFT, INCELL, LTPS, hard OLED, soft OLED, Service Pack, refurbished, pulled), we need to distinguish between two types of screen used by Apple :

• LCD screens
  Featured on the iPhone 6, 7, 8, SE, XR, 11..
  → They're the reason we talk about TFT, , INCELL, , LTPS LCD.
• OLED screens
  Used on more recent models such as the iPhone X, XS, 11 Pro, 12, 13, 14, 15, etc.
  → Here we find the terms hard OLED and soft OLED.

Mentions Service Pack, , original reconditioned or pulled can be applied to both LCD and OLED, depending on the iPhone model.

➡️ Tip: if you don't know whether your iPhone is LCD or OLED, simply type "iPhone screen + your model" in the search bar on our site: the product data sheet clearly indicates the type of screen used.

2. Compatible LCD screens: TFT, INCELL, LTPS

2.1. TFT screen: "entry-level" quality

A TFT screen for iPhone generally refers to a Compatible entry-level LCD screen :

• simpler display technology,
• reduced manufacturing costs,
• correct rendering, but not as good as the original iPhone screen.

In practice, compared with a screen Apple of origin :

• less faithful colours,
• lower contrast,
• more limited angles of view,
• luminosity is often lower.

👉 Who is it for ?
For a minimum budget for occasional use or for resale at a low price.

📦 Looking for low-cost repairs ?
Choose the standard / TFT" quality in the screen card for your model: it's the cheapest way to bring your iPhone back to life.

2.2. INCELL screen: slimmer structure and integrated touchscreen

A INCELL screen for iPhone stands out for its structure :

• on a conventional LCD, the panel and the touch layer are separate ;
• on an LCDINCELL, tactile isintegrated directly into the slab.

Result:

• Thinner screen,
• more consistent, responsive touch,
• fewer internal reflections,
• better light transmission.

Compared with a standard TFT iPhone screen, a good INCELL screen offers a visual comfort closer to the original cleaner image, better angles of view, more qualitative feel.

👉 Who is it for ?
For a daily use, if you're looking for a good compromise between price and display quality.

🛠️ Are you hesitating between TFT and INCELL ?
On the product sheet for your model, choose the premium / INCELL" quality if you use your iPhone every day: you'll notice the difference in the screen.

2.3. LTPS LCD: top-of-the-range LCD compatibility

LTPS (Low Temperature Poly-Silicon) is a more efficient LCD technology, used on many original Retina panels Apple.

On a replacement screen, a IPhone LTPS LCD screen (often in INCELL version) allows :

• superior display finesse (sharper text, cleaner detail),
• a good level of contrast and brightness,
• greater stability over time.

A LTPS / INCELL screen is clearly positioned over simple TFT and is closer to theoriginal iPhone screen display.

👉 Who is it for ?
For a main telephone used every day, when you want a comfortable image without necessarily switching to a reconditioned original.

🎯 Our recommendation:
If your iPhone is still your main phone (iPhone 7/8/SE, XR, 11...), turn to the lTPS / INCELL quality when it's available: it's the best value for money in iPhone LCD screens.

3. Compatible OLED screens: hard OLED and soft OLED

On recent iPhones, Apple uses OLED screens flexible. Compatible tiles come in two main families: IPhone hard OLED screen and soft OLED. The term "compatible" indicates that it is not manufactured by Apple but by a third-party factory.

3.1. Soft OLED: the closest to the original

A Soft OLED screen is built on a substrate flexible, like screens Apple of origin :

• deep blacks,
• very high contrast,
• bright, well-saturated colours,
• excellent angles of view,
• Reduced thickness.

Display comfort is very close to the original iPhone screen.

👉 Who is it for ?
For those who want to rediscover the premium look of their iPhone, without the need for an original screen.

✨ For models X, XS, 11 Pro, 12, 13, 14, etc.
Select the soft OLED" quality in the screen card if you want to retain the 'wow' effect of OLED Apple.

3.2. Hard OLED: OLED at a more affordable price

A Hard OLED screen for iPhone also uses an OLED panel, but mounted on a rigid glass :

• more affordable than OLED soft,
• but the screen is less flexible and sometimes more fragile in the event of impact.

👉 Who is it for ?
To retain the advantages of OLED while controlling the budget, by accepting a few compromises.

💡 Budget tip:
If you want to stick with OLED without blowing up the price of repairs, choose the hard OLED" quality this is often the best compromise for an iPhone X / XS / 11 Pro of a certain age.

4. Original screens: refurbished, pulled and service packs

In addition to compatible screens, we also offer Original screens Apple in several forms.

4.1. Refurbished original screen

A Refurbished original iPhone screen is a screen Apple of which :

• the Slab and tablecloths are original,
• the glass and the frame have been Replaced.

Advantages :

• display renderingidentical or very close to new(colour, contrast, brightness),
• perfect compatibility with functions Apple (True Tone on compatible models, brightness management, etc.),
• like-new" appearance thanks to replacement glass.

👉 Who is it for ?
For users looking for original quality with a budget that is often lower than that of a 100% new official vehicle.

✅ You want "quasi Apple Store" without going there ?
Choose the original reconditioned" quality when offered for your model: this is the best compromise for an iPhone you intend to keep for a long time.

4.2. Pulled screen: the second-hand origin

A Pulled screen is a Original screen Apple dismantled from an iPhone still functional (smartphone out of order for another reason, for example).

In concrete terms :

• 100% panel and electronics Apple,
• display rendering identical to that of an original device,
• but part UsedLike new, with a history of use.

👉 Who is it for ?
For those who prefer the original rendering.

4.3. Service Pack" screen: official Apple, 100% new

The "OFFICIAL Apple (Service Pack) " designates 100% brand new official iPhone screens, supplied in manufacturer's quality.

Features :

• part New, never mounted on an appliance,
• technical data sheet in line with original assembly,
• display renderingat manufacturer level

👉 Who is it for ?
For users who want to the highest possible level of quality : official screen, performance and reliability like a replacement in Apple Store.

🏆 You don't want to make any compromises ?
Opt for oFFICIAL" quality Apple - Service Pack when it exists on your model: it's simply the top of the cart in iPhone screen quality.

5. How do you choose the right screen quality for your iPhone ?

To help you make up your mind, here are a few simple guidelines for choosing iPhone screen quality the most suitable.

5.1. You're looking for the best price

• iPhone LCD : TFT compatible screen
• iPhone OLED : hard OLED compatible

✅ Ideal for:

• a secondary telephone,
• troubleshooting equipment,
• a very tight budget.

➡️ Action: on the screen card for your model, choose the standard / First price" quality if your number one objective is to save money.

5.2. You want to be comfortable every day

• iPhone LCD : INCELL or LTPS / INCELL
• iPhone OLED : soft OLED compatible

✅ Ideal if :

• you use your iPhone every day,
• you are sensitive to display quality,
• you want a good compromise between price and comfort.

➡️ Action: select the premium / INCELL / LTPS / Soft OLED" quality depending on your model for intensive use.

5.3. You want original quality

• Level premium :
  • Refurbished original screen
  • OFFICIAL screen Apple (Service Pack)
• Level used origin :
  • Original pulled screen, when offered for your model

✅ Ideal if :

• you want the display to look like it did straight out of the box,
• you want to retain the resale value of your iPhone,
• you want long-term reliability.

➡️ Action: if you plan to keep your iPhone for several years, opt for the original quality / Service Pack in the product sheet.

6. In a nutshell

• TFT / hard OLED for aminimum price
• INCELL / LTPS / soft OLED compatible for a Close to the comfort of the original iPhone screen
• Original reconditioned / pulled / Service Pack for thedisplay quality Apple

🛒 Ready to take action ?
1. Find your iPhone model on our site.
2. Open the category "iPhone screen.
3. Choose the screen quality that corresponds to your use: Standard, Premium, Origin or Official Apple Service Pack.

And if you're still not sure, you can contact our team: we'll point you in the right direction the best value for money depending on your model and use.

FAQ: choosing the right iPhone screen quality

What is the best screen quality for an iPhone ?

The best quality is stillOFFICIAL screen Apple (Service Pack) or theoriginal reconditioned, which offer a display identical to that of a new iPhone. For an excellent compromise, the qualities LTPS / INCELL (for LCDs) and soft OLED (for OLED models) are ideal.

What's the difference between an iPhone TFT screen and an INCELL screen ?

L'TFT screen is an entry-level compatible screen: cheaper but with inferior colour, contrast and viewing angles. L'INCELL screen integrates the touch layer into the panel, offering greater visual comfort and a closer resemblance to the original screen.

What's the difference between hard OLED and soft OLED ?

Both are iPhone OLED screens, but the soft OLED is mounted on a flexible substrate, like the original, with better overall rendering. The hard OLED is mounted on rigid glass: more affordable, but less flexible and sometimes a little less qualitative.

What is an iPhone Service Pack screen ?

A IPhone Service Pack screen is a screen official Apple 100% new, supplied in manufacturer quality. This is the solution that comes closest to a replacement in Apple Store, with a brand new screen and original performance levels.

What's the difference between a 60Hz or 120Hz screen ?

Hertz is the number of images displayed per second. To find out more, we've written an article dedicated to this subject.