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Check Your Display in 30 Seconds
Free OLED burn-in check and monitor test—no install, no sign-up. Spot burn-in, dead pixels, and uniformity issues on OLED, LCD, IPS, and mobile. Your data stays on your device.
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Test Patterns
Start with Auto Test below, or pick a color for full-screen testing
Grayscale / Uniformity
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Color patterns are designed to test your display safely—no stress or damage to pixels. Used by thousands to check warranty claims.
Results in 30 Seconds
No downloads or sign-up. Run the test in your browser with full-screen support. One click to start.
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OLED TVs, gaming monitors, laptops, tablets, and smartphones (iOS & Android). One tool, any screen.
See Issues Faster with a Clear Visual Reference
This Free online OLED Burn-in Test uses full-screen color patterns and grayscale steps so you can spot burn-in, dead/stuck pixels, and uneven brightness in seconds. The image below shows what a typical test view looks like.
Works on OLED, QD-OLED, LCD/IPS/VA, phones, tablets, and TVs.
Fullscreen patterns help reveal logo shadows, tinting, banding, and DSE.
No install, no sign-in, and your results stay on your device.
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19 free, in-browser tools — from dead pixels and backlight bleed to refresh rate, ghosting, and color accuracy. No download, works on any device.
Diagnostic Test Tools
Dead Pixel Test
Find dead, stuck & bright pixels
Backlight Bleed Test
Detect bleed & IPS glow
Refresh Rate Test
Real-time Hz & FPS check
Ghosting Test
UFO motion & response time
Color Accuracy Test
Check saturation & gamut
Color Banding Test
Spot banding & color depth
Greyscale Test
White balance & tint check
Contrast Test
Contrast ratio & black level
Resolution Checker
Live display info & pixel grid
Color & Solid Screens
Comprehensive Guide to OLED Burn-in Check
“Burn-in is the permanent discoloration of a display caused by uneven usage of pixels. Our MONITOR TEST tool helps you identify these issues early.”
Welcome to the most advanced free online tool for checking display health—results in about 30 seconds. Whether you just bought a new OLED TV or want to verify a used monitor, our OLED Burn-in Test detects burn-in, dead pixels, and uniformity issues with no sign-up.
Why Use Our OLED Burn-in Check?
Modern displays, especially OLEDs (Organic Light Emitting Diodes), are susceptible to a phenomenon known as burn-in. This happens when static elements like TV channel logos, game HUDs, or taskbars are displayed for extended periods. The organic compounds in the pixels degrade unevenly, leaving a "ghost" image behind.
- Full-Screen Colors: Pure Red, Green, Blue, White, and Black backgrounds to isolate sub-pixel defects.
- Grayscale Uniformity: Check for banding and "dirty screen effect" (DSE) common in large panels.
- Dead Pixel Finder: Easily spot stuck or dead pixels that stay black or light up permanently.
How to Perform a Monitor Test
Using our tool is simple and effective. Follow these steps to perform a complete OLED Burn-in Check:
- Clean Your Screen: Ensure your display is free of dust and smudges to avoid false positives.
- Dim the Lights: Perform the test in a dimly lit room to spot subtle defects.
- Enter Fullscreen: Click the "Start Auto Test" button or select a specific color.
- Inspect Carefully: Look for dark spots (dead pixels), bright spots (stuck pixels), or faint shadows of previous images (burn-in).
- Check Uniformity: Use the gray patterns to see if the brightness is even across the entire panel.
Important Note on Image Retention
Not all "ghosting" is permanent burn-in. Temporary image retention is common on IPS and some OLED panels and usually fades after a few minutes of watching varied content. If the image persists after running our color cycle or a "pixel refresher", it might be permanent burn-in.
Understanding Display Technologies
While our tool is named for OLEDs, it is equally effective for all display types:
OLED / QD-OLED
Prone to permanent burn-in. Check for logo shadows and uneven color wear.
LCD / IPS / VA
Prone to stuck pixels and backlight bleeding. Check using the Black pattern.
Regularly using a MONITOR TEST tool can help you claim warranty service before your coverage expires. Manufacturers often have specific policies regarding dead pixels and burn-in, so having photographic proof using our tool can be vital.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about screen health and testing
OLED burn-in is permanent image retention on an OLED display. It occurs when static images (like logos, navigation bars, or HUDs in games) are displayed for long periods, causing uneven degradation of the organic pixels. This results in a faint 'ghost' of the static image remaining visible even when the content changes.