3.5Inch 480X320 SPI TFT LCD Serial Module Display Screen with Touch Panel Driver IC ILI9488 Digital Spare Parts
$23.02
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“A budget display option with some compromises. Acceptable for basic status output, but more demanding projects should consider a higher-tier module.”
Our Review
The 3.5Inch 480X320 SPI TFT LCD Serial Module Display Screen with Touch Panel Driver IC ILI9488 Digital Spare Parts delivers solid performance for its category. With Display Type: TFT LCD, Resolution: 480x320, Size: 3.5 inch, it covers the essentials that most makers and engineers need for their projects.
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.
Overall, the 3.5Inch 480X320 SPI TFT LCD Serial Module Display Screen with Touch Panel Driver IC ILI9488 Digital Spare Parts fills its role well. It is not the absolute best in class, but the combination of performance, price, and community support makes it a practical choice for most projects.
What We Like
- Full-color display for rich UI and image rendering
- SPI interface supports fast screen refresh rates
- Touch input support for interactive projects
- Multiple well-maintained Arduino/ESP32 libraries available
Watch Out For
- Some driver ICs have slow partial-update refresh
- Backlight draws significant current even in dim mode
- Poor sunlight readability without transflective panel
Specifications
| Display Type | TFT LCD |
| Resolution | 480x320 |
| Size | 3.5 inch |
| Interface | SPI |
| Driver IC | ST7789 |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V |
| Colors | 65K RGB (16-bit) |
| Touch | Resistive / Capacitive |
The Verdict
“A budget display option with some compromises. Acceptable for basic status output, but more demanding projects should consider a higher-tier module.”
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