DISCOUNTMYMOBILE · BUYER'S GUIDE

Choosing the Right Screen and Replacement Parts

LCD, OLED, original, compatible: understand the different product ranges and choose the right replacement parts for your smartphone.

Three key criteria to check

Technology: LCD or OLED.

Product range: the stated origin or grade of the replacement part.

Chassis: the mounting frame supporting the display.

Always check the product description and the selected option before ordering.

01 · UNDERSTANDING DISPLAYS

Display technologies

TFT / LCD / IPS

A backlit display. IPS is a type of LCD panel technology. Replacing an original OLED screen with LCD may involve differences in display quality and features.

Incell HD+

An LCD screen with integrated touchscreen technology, usually offered as an affordable replacement. The exact resolution depends on the phone model.

Incell FHD / LTPS

An LCD display that may offer Full HD resolution depending on the model. LTPS refers to the technology used for the display's transistors.

Hard OLED

An OLED display manufactured on a rigid substrate.

Soft OLED

An OLED display manufactured on a flexible substrate. The assembled display must not be bent.

AMOLED / Super AMOLED

Terms associated with OLED display technology. These names alone do not prove that a replacement screen is an original manufacturer's part.

02 · UNDERSTANDING PRODUCT RANGES

Replacement part ranges

Original Service Pack

An original manufacturer-supplied part provided in its original packaging.

Originally Assembled

An original display mounted on a compatible frame.

Original Refurbished

An original component refurbished with certain parts replaced where applicable.

Original Pulled

An original part recovered from a disassembled device.

Genuine / Original

Describes a part advertised as an original manufacturer's component.

OEM

Check the exact origin and specifications stated in the product description.

Premium / Premium Plus

Commercial grade names whose features depend on the specific product reference.

Aftermarket / Compatible

A compatible replacement part whose characteristics may differ from the manufacturer's original component.

03 · SCREEN MOUNTING

Screen with or without frame: what's the difference?

The chassis, also called the frame, is the structure supporting and holding the display assembly. It is not a protective phone case.

With frame

The display is already attached to its mounting frame. Transferring some of the phone's internal components is generally still necessary.

Without frame

The new display must be installed on the phone's existing frame. The frame should be clean, undamaged and free from deformation.

Illustrative comparison using the Samsung Galaxy A51. Included components vary according to the product reference.

04 · GLOSSARY

Useful technical terms

Complete screen / glass only

A complete screen usually includes the display panel and touch functionality. Replacing the glass alone requires specialist equipment.

COG / COF / FOG

Technical terms describing how electronic components are assembled within display modules.

Original Size / Big Bottom

Terms related to display dimensions and the thickness of the lower border.

Grades A, B and C

Cosmetic condition classifications defined by the seller.

PIEC

A part originating from the circular economy.

05 · BEFORE ORDERING

Your four-point checklist

01 · Exact model

Check the technical model number and distinguish between different versions, particularly 4G and 5G models.

02 · Selected option

Verify the screen technology, color and whether a frame is included.

03 · Features

Review the advertised touchscreen, fingerprint reader and refresh-rate specifications.

04 · Installation

Test the screen and touchscreen before final bonding, and avoid forcing the connection cables.

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