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+ | ====== Thinkpad T14 Gen2 AMD eDP Screen/ | ||
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+ | If you read [[reviews: | ||
+ | Well, it annoyed me so much that I started to research how to upgrade the screen of the laptop. \\ | ||
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+ | ===== Original Panel ===== | ||
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+ | The original panel is a was an Innolux N14HCA-EAE. \\ | ||
+ | It is IPS-type, <250 nits, and has garbage colours. \\ | ||
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+ | 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. \\ | ||
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+ | 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. \\ | ||
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+ | ===== New Panel ===== | ||
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+ | 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. \\ | ||
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+ | Re-use existing tape and bezel when reassembling, | ||
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+ | ===== Worth it? ===== | ||
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+ | 100%. The brightness and colour gamut are very much noticable and appreciated. \\ | ||
+ | It makes me actually enjoy looking at the laptop screen. \\ | ||
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+ | If you have the patience and courage, go for it! LMK how it went! | ||
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