Zayed Rehman·

Apple’s Sneaky Upgrade: The M4 MacBook Pro Features A Quantum Dot Display

Did you know Apple’s latest M4 MacBook Pro packs a new quantum dot display? Well, neither did we, till now.

While previous MacBooks used top-tier IPS LCD screens with miniLED tech for improved brightness and contrast, Apple has taken it a step further with the M4 MacBook Pro. Apple’s now using quantum dot (QD) film technology which is a significant upgrade but Apple made no real mention of it.

If you’re wondering what makes quantum dot tech special, here’s the scoop. These nanocrystals help create even richer colors and sharper contrasts, pushing the boundaries of what LCDs can do. Until now, Apple relied on a red KSF phosphor film to boost color performance in its miniLED displays. It worked well, but QD film is a game changer.

According to display expert Ross Young, the switch to quantum dots gives the machine two major perks: an even wider color gamut and improved motion handling. This essentially means you’ll get more vibrant, true-to-life visuals and smoother motion, which is perfect for video editing or gaming.

Early testers are already seeing the difference. Side-by-side comparisons using tools like TestUFO reveal that the M4 MacBook Pro’s display has a noticeably faster pixel response time than its predecessors, making motion blur a thing of the past.

So if you thought MacBook displays were impressive before, the M4 MacBook Pro with its quantum dot display will spoil you for good.

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