Beyond QLED and OLED: Samsung’s Micro RGB Is the Future of Big Screens
Beyond QLED and OLED: Samsung’s Micro RGB Is the Future of Big Screens
Today, Samsung officially launched Micro RGB, a groundbreaking display technology that marks the world’s first use of micro-scale RGB LEDs as a direct backlight solution in a massive 115-inch television. Unlike traditional LED or even MicroLED systems, this new approach places individually controlled red, green, and blue LEDs — each smaller than 100 micrometers — in a tightly packed, ultra-fine array behind the screen, enabling unmatched precision in color and contrast.
The result? A display designed for home theaters, luxury installations, and high-end commercial spaces, where visual excellence isn’t just expected — it’s demanded.
Precision at the Pixel Level
What sets Micro RGB apart is its ability to control each RGB subpixel independently, eliminating the limitations of conventional backlighting. Instead of relying on white LEDs with color filters or broad zones of dimming, Samsung’s system uses true red, green, and blue micro-LEDs to produce light directly. This allows for finer gradations in tone, deeper blacks, and colors that stay accurate even at extreme brightness levels.
According to Taeyong Son, Executive Vice President and Head of R&D at Samsung’s Visual Display Business:
“Micro RGB achieves unprecedented precision in controlling micrometer-sized LEDs. This isn’t just an upgrade — it’s a new standard for color accuracy and contrast in large-screen displays.”
Samsung claims the technology delivers 100% coverage of the BT.2020 color space, the most comprehensive color standard set by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), making it ideal for HDR content and professional-grade visuals.
Smart Tech Meets Brilliant Picture Quality
To maximize the impact, Samsung has integrated a dedicated Micro RGB AI engine that analyzes every frame in real time. It dynamically adjusts brightness, contrast, and color output based on scene content. A feature called Micro RGB Color Booster Pro specifically targets dull or flat-looking scenes, intelligently enhancing saturation without oversharpening or creating unnatural tones.
The goal is simple: make everything from action movies to nature documentaries look as vivid and lifelike as possible — without manual tweaking.
Built to Last, Backed by Software Support
Understanding that ultra-premium buyers expect long-term value, Samsung is offering a seven-year free software upgrade program for the Tizen OS on Micro RGB TVs. This means users will continue receiving UI improvements, app updates, and smart features over time — a rare promise in the high-end TV market.
Availability and Price: Luxury Comes at a Cost
The Micro RGB TV has already debuted in South Korea, with plans to launch in the United States later this year, followed by a global rollout in multiple sizes tailored to different customer needs. While Samsung hasn’t revealed official pricing, the label “ultra-premium” makes it clear: this is not a TV for the average living room. Think six-figure territory — especially for the 115-inch flagship.
Still, for luxury buyers, tech collectors, and commercial venues, it represents more than just a screen. It’s a statement of what’s possible when display engineering pushes beyond the limits of OLED and QLED.
