TN（Twisted Nematic)

TN (Twisted Nematic) panels are one of the earliest popular technologies in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and are known for their fast response times and low cost. Here's a closer look at TN Display:

Core features:

1. Fast response time
Typically 1ms or less, suitable for high-speed motion graphics (e.g., esports games, action movies) to reduce ghosting.

2. High refresh rate
Mainstream gaming TN screens can reach 144Hz/240Hz or even higher, and are smoother with Adaptive-Sync (such as G-Sync/FreeSync) technology.

3. Low cost
The manufacturing process is simple, and the price is usually lower than IPS or VA panels, making it suitable for users with limited budgets.

Comparison of advantages and disadvantages

advantages	disadvantages
The response time is extremely fast	Narrow viewing angle (easy to cast color when viewed from the side)
High refresh rate	Poor color performance (narrow color gamut)
The price is low	Low contrast ratio (approx. 1000:1)
Low power consumption (suitable for laptops)	Grayscale transitions can be unnatural

Applicable scenarios

E-sports games: high brushing Low latency is the core competitiveness.
Office/text processing: Cost-effective when color requirements are not high.
Industrial control: high stability, suitable for long-term operation.

Technology Comparison (TN vs IPS vs VA)

parameter	TN	IPS	VA
visual angle	Poor (~170°)	Excellent (~178°)	Medium (~160°)
color	6-bit jitter	8-10bit	8-10bit
contrast	Low (1000:1)	Medium (1000:1)	High (3000:1+)
Response time	Extremely fast (1ms)	Medium (4-5ms)	Slow (4-8ms)

Precautions

TN wide color gamut: A few high-end TN screens improve color through coating technology, but the price is close to IPS.

Vertical viewing angle: It is recommended to keep the center of the screen level with your eyes to avoid color casts from the upper and lower viewing angles.

Future Trend: With the advancement of IPS/VA technology, TN is gradually retreating to the esports segment.

If you need professional design or film and television editing, IPS/VA is more suitable; If you're looking for extreme gaming performance and have a limited budget, TN is still a cost-effective choice