
3.5 Inch 480x320 SPI Serial TFT LCD Module Display Screen with Press Panel Driver IC ILI9488 for MCU
$19.71
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“A competent component that handles standard use cases well. Not flashy, but reliable — which is what matters for project components.”
Our Review
After integrating the 3.5 Inch 480x320 SPI Serial TFT LCD Module Display Screen with Press Panel Driver IC ILI9488 for MCU into several test builds, we found it to be a capable component for the price. Key specs include Display Type: TFT LCD, Resolution: 480x320, Size: 3.5 inch.
Display quality was good for the price. Colors are vibrant and viewing angles are acceptable. The SPI interface delivers fast enough refresh rates for UI elements and sensor dashboards.
Integration with Arduino and ESP32 was hassle-free. Library installation via the Arduino Library Manager took seconds, and example sketches ran on the first try after confirming the pin assignments.
The 3.5 Inch 480x320 SPI Serial TFT LCD Module Display Screen with Press Panel Driver IC ILI9488 for MCU earns its place in the parts bin. Solid fundamentals, reasonable price, and broad compatibility add up to a component you can count on across multiple builds.
What We Like
- IPS panel offers wide viewing angles
- Multiple well-maintained Arduino/ESP32 libraries available
- Bright backlight readable in indoor lighting
- Touch input support for interactive projects
Watch Out For
- Backlight draws significant current even in dim mode
- Touch calibration drifts over time on resistive panels
- Poor sunlight readability without transflective panel
Specifications
| Display Type | TFT LCD |
| Resolution | 480x320 |
| Size | 3.5 inch |
| Interface | SPI |
| Driver IC | ST7735 |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V |
| Colors | 65K RGB (16-bit) |
| Touch | None |
The Verdict
“A competent component that handles standard use cases well. Not flashy, but reliable — which is what matters for project components.”



