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+====== Thinkpad T14 Gen2 AMD eDP Screen/Panel Upgrade ======
+If you read [[reviews:lenovo_thinkpad_t14_gen2|]], I hated the screen they shipped with the T14, and thought it was a disgrace for a "premium" laptop. \\
+Well, it annoyed me so much that I started to research how to upgrade the screen of the laptop. \\
+===== Original Panel =====
+The original panel is a was an Innolux N14HCA-EAE. \\
+It is IPS-type, <250 nits, and has garbage colours. \\
+Since it is 1080p non-touch, replacing it with another 1080p panel isn't too hard. \\
+If you had a 4k screen, you would need a new eDP cable. If touch, replacing the digitizer is another step. \\
+Look for the Thinkpad maintenance guide for removing an old screen. Follow it like Lego. \\
+This is an irreversible process. Save the bezel. It's supposed to be replaced, good luck finding a replacement. Pry it slowly. \\
+The original screen is held by double sided tape. I didn't replace mine, you maybe should - again, good luck. \\
+===== New Panel =====
+I bought the Innolux N140HCG-GQ2. \\
+It's low power, 400 nit, 90+% sRGB, IPS-like, 1080. Much better. \\
+No new cable needed, drop in replacement basically. Comparison sites label it the best of the 3/4 "low power" display options. \\
+You can find via AliExpress and hope it's not a fake. \\
+Re-use existing tape and bezel when reassembling, clip display properly. \\
+===== Worth it? =====
+%. The brightness and colour gamut are very much noticable and appreciated. \\
+It makes me actually enjoy looking at the laptop screen. \\
+If you have the patience and courage, go for it! LMK how it went!