LG Display's Tandem WOLED: A Brighter Future for TV and Gaming Displays

LG Display, a major manufacturer of OLED panels used in many popular TVs and monitors, is gearing up to unveil its next generation of OLED technology, dubbed Tandem WOLED. The announcement, teased in a recent video and expected to be fully detailed at CES 2026, signals a significant shift in LG's approach to OLED, promising improvements in brightness, durability, and power efficiency.

So, what is Tandem WOLED? The 'Tandem' part of the name refers to the use of multiple layers of OLED pixels within the panel. Think of it like stacking two engines in a car; by doubling the light-emitting elements, LG Display aims to achieve higher brightness levels and extend the lifespan of the display. The 'WOLED' part signifies 'White OLED,' a technology where white light sources are used in conjunction with color filters to create the final image. This approach, already used in existing LG OLED panels, is being enhanced with the Tandem structure.

This rebrand is the first one in more than 13 years, with the panels directly competing with Samsung Display’s QD-OLED as well as upcoming variations on RGB Mini-LED technology from brands like Hisense, Sony and Samsung. LG Display reportedly stated that "Tandem" was chosen to highlight the strengths of LG Display OLED, including increased durability and performance, long life, high brightness, and low power consumption through the laminated OLED structure.

The move is particularly important in the context of the broader display market. OLED technology has long been praised for its perfect blacks and exceptional contrast, but it has faced challenges in achieving the same peak brightness levels as competing technologies like Quantum Dot LED (QD-LED) and Mini-LED. By implementing the Tandem structure, LG Display is directly addressing this limitation, potentially leveling the playing field and solidifying OLED's position as the premium display choice.

LG Display is also showcasing new gaming monitor applications for its WOLED technology. A massive 39-inch curved WOLED display with a 5K resolution (5120x2160) was teased, along with a 27-inch Tandem OLED panel boasting a 'high ppi' (pixels per inch), speculated to be a UHD/4K resolution. Additionally, a previously announced 27-inch monitor featuring a blazing-fast 540Hz refresh rate (with a dual-mode 720Hz option) was highlighted.

The company also teased Primary RGB Tandem 2.0 technology, which will likely be an upgrade from the version currently used in TVs like the LG G5 and Panasonic Z95B. The new version claims up to 1,500 nits of peak brightness.

While the full details of the RGB 2.0 technology remain under wraps until CES 2026, the initial glimpses suggest a significant push to improve OLED's competitiveness against other display technologies. The increase in brightness and potential for enhanced durability could translate to a more immersive and longer-lasting viewing experience for consumers, whether they're watching movies, playing games, or simply browsing content.

Editor’s note: This article was independently written by the Scoopliner Editorial Team using publicly available information.