An interesting change in the M4 MacBook Pro, Apple is now using Quantum Dot display technology.
M4 MacBook Pro Using a Quantum Dot Layer for Vibrant Color and Better Motion Performance
Previously, Apple was using a red KSF phosphor film in the MacBook Pro display. Although it got the job done, switching to Quantum Dot has a lot of key benefits.
First of all, the change was revealed by display analyst Ross Young, and he says Apple switched to Quantum Dot in the latest M4 lineup.
Now, the thing that makes Quantum Dot great is the fact that it provides better color accuracy and vibrancy. Not only that, it even offers better motion performance, too.
If you thought the MacBook Pro isn’t giving you a good enough reason to upgrade, the display has been significantly improved, thanks to the use of Quantum Dot.
You must be thinking, why didn’t Apple adopt Quantum Display technology a long time ago? The answer is: Cadmium, an element that is common in Quantum Dot.
Now that the technology has evolved and the use of cadmium has been dropped, Apple saw it fit to use the film on its MacBook Pro lineup.
Cadmium is a toxic material and can cause health hazards when electronics containing the material are recycled. Hence, Apple decided to stay away from it until the technology evolved enough to be deemed safe for use on a wider scale.
Do keep in mind the underlying display technology is still Mini LED – that hasn’t changed at all. Only the filter used on top has been upgraded for better color and motion performance.
I know the change sounds like a huge deal. But if you put the M3 MacBook Pro next to the M4 model, an average user won’t notice a thing.
If you always wanted a MacBook Pro for work that requires color accuracy, then the latest lineup is the one you need.
I’ll wrap this up by saying one thing – it’s strange Apple chose not to advertise this change at all since it’s a big deal in certain niches. But now that the word is out, hopefully it will make your MacBook Pro buying decision a little more interesting.
