Black Face vs. Full Black Face LED Displays
When selecting an LED display, the type of LED encapsulation—black face or full black face—can significantly influence visual performance. This article breaks down the differences between the two, their best use cases, and how to choose the right solution for your project, with real product examples from the Artixium range.
What Is a Black Face LED Display?
At Artixium, “black face” refers to our standard resin LEDs, offering a solid balance between contrast and brightness. These LEDs are designed for both indoor and outdoor use and are commonly found across a wide range of applications.
Advantages:
• Good contrast performance
• Balanced brightness and visibility
• Versatile across many environments
Disadvantages:
• Slightly less deep blacks compared to full black face
• May show some ambient light reflections in critical applications
Best for:
• Retail environments, sports venues, outdoor signage, standard indoor walls
Artixium Product Example:
NEIPATEC ST – A robust and high-performance black face LED display, ideal for perimeter and outdoor use, balancing brightness and visual clarity.
What Is a Full Black Face LED Display?
Full black face LEDs use a specialized ultra-black resin that significantly reduces ambient light reflection. This results in deeper blacks and a noticeably improved contrast ratio, making them ideal for premium or controlled-light environments.
Advantages:
• Maximum contrast
• Exceptional image sharpness and black depth
• Highly cinematic visuals for indoor applications
Disadvantages:
• Lower peak brightness compared to standard black face
• Not suitable for very bright or direct sunlight environments
Best for:
• Indoor displays
• TV studios, galleries, museums, luxury retail spaces
Artixium Product Example:
BERYL XR P1.9 – A premium full black face display designed for indoor installations that require pristine image quality and high contrast.
Comparison Table: Black Face vs. Full Black Face LED Displays
| Feature |
Black Face |
Full Black Face |
| Resin Type |
Standard black resin |
Ultra-black resin |
| Contrast |
Good |
Excellent (higher contrast ratio) |
| Black Levels |
Decent |
Very deep blacks |
| Brightness |
Higher |
Lower (not ideal for direct sunlight) |
| Reflection Handling |
Moderate ambient light reflection |
Minimal reflection |
| Best Use Cases |
Outdoor signage, sports venues, retail |
Indoor, luxury retail, studios, galleries |
