Which display interface should I choose for my project?
It depends on resolution, refresh rate and cable distance. Our engineers review your requirements and recommend the interface that keeps BOM cost and signal integrity in balance.
Below 320×240 and short PCB traces, SPI or I2C is usually sufficient and keeps the BOM low.
For 480×800 and above, or any panel mounted more than about 30 cm from the controller, RGB or LVDS becomes necessary. LVDS is preferable for cable runs because it is differential and noise-resistant.
MIPI DSI is worth considering when the display sits close to a smartphone-class SoC, since it delivers high refresh at low power with few pins.
Send us your resolution, frame rate, distance and host processor, and we will tell you which interface fits — including whether you need a controller board.
