Following the launch of the world’s first RGB-Mini LED TV by Hisense, major global TV brands like Samsung, TCL, and Sony are expected to follow suit this year in order to claim their spot in the high-end TV market.
During CES 2025, Samsung showcased its first-ever 98-inch LCD display featuring RGB Micro LED backlighting. According to Samsung, the switch from Mini LED to Micro LED allows for a significant increase in the number of LEDs, which enhances brightness, increases the number of dimming zones, and improves energy efficiency.
Samsung’s Plan for RGB Micro LED TVs
Recently, Samsung revealed its plans to release three new models of RGB Micro LED backlit LCD TVs, in sizes including 75-inch 4K, 85-inch 4K, and 98-inch 8K. These models will be positioned above their current Neo QLED series, which uses Mini LED backlight technology.
Industry analysts note that Samsung’s release of three sizes in a complete product lineup—spanning the 75-inch+ market and covering both 4K and 8K resolutions—demonstrates the company’s strong commitment to RGB Micro LED technology in the TV market.
What’s New About Samsung’s RGB Micro LED TV?
Despite the inclusion of “Micro LED” in the name, it is important to differentiate Samsung’s RGB Micro LED TV from previous self-emissive Micro LED products like Micro LED THE WALL. Samsung’s new RGB Micro LED TV is still based on the LCD technology platform, utilizing RGB Micro LED backlighting.
To put it simply, much like Hisense’s RGB-Mini LED TVs, these are still LCD displays, but with an advanced RGB Micro LED backlight. The key difference lies in the size of the LED chips used, which are smaller than the Mini LED chips found in previous models.
Samsung has explained that by transitioning from Mini LED to Micro LED, the number of LEDs in the panel increases significantly. Additionally, the switch from monochrome to RGB light sources means that the LED count will be “at least three times higher” than Mini LED products. This leads to higher brightness, increased dimming zones, and better energy efficiency—ultimately enhancing picture quality to a new level.
Industry Experts Weigh In
Industry experts believe that although the term “Micro LED” may imply a more advanced technology, this TV still falls under the category of LCD technology. Therefore, the difference between RGB Micro LED and RGB Mini LED TVs may not be very substantial. Furthermore, because there are more LEDs in the Micro LED version, the individual LED intensity will likely be lower than that of Mini LED products. This may require additional backlight units, potentially increasing the cost of the TV. Given that Samsung’s new RGB-Micro LED backlit TVs will be positioned as their premium models, experts expect them to come with a higher price tag to match the enhanced picture quality.
Conclusion
Whether it’s Samsung’s RGB Micro LED TV or Hisense’s RGB Mini LED technology, the key difference lies in the transition from monochrome to color backlighting. This shift promises to usher in a new era for LCD displays. The top five global TV brands have already expressed interest in “RGB full-color backlighting,” making the upcoming battle for control of the RGB backlight technology in 2025 a crucial one for positioning within the high-end TV market.
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2 Comments
I still don’t quite understand this. Since MicroLED’s are being developed as standalone emissive pixels, why are they going to put LCD’s in front of them (basically) on this model? Do LCD’s actually improve the picture somehow? (I saw The Wall, and it looked far crisper than any LCD. Are these cheaper MicroLED’s that need some sort of filter? )
Hi Eric, great question!
You’re absolutely right that MicroLEDs are self-emissive, meaning they don’t require a backlight like LCDs. However, in some hybrid or early-stage implementations, manufacturers may overlay LCD or optical filters for specific purposes — like color correction, brightness modulation, or cost optimization in prototype or consumer models.
What you saw in The Wall was likely a pure RGB MicroLED display, which delivers the full benefits of MicroLED: deep blacks, high contrast, and incredible sharpness — no filters needed.
In contrast, if LCD elements are introduced in front, it’s often a cost-saving or engineering workaround during development, especially when full-size RGB MicroLED panels are still expensive to mass-produce.
Thanks for raising a nuanced point — we’ll explore this in a future article!