iPhone & iPad Diagnostic

iPhone Dead Pixel Test

Pinpoint dead, missing, or inactive pixels on iPhone OLED and iPad screens with high-contrast full-screen test fields.

Diagnostic Sequence Preview

This test automatically cycles through calibrated solid color surfaces.

10 Steps
Pure WhiteStep 1
Light Gray (82%)Step 2
Neutral Gray (50%)Step 3
Pure RedStep 4
Pure GreenStep 5
Pure BlueStep 6
Pure YellowStep 7
Pure CyanStep 8
Pure MagentaStep 9
Pure BlackStep 10

What to Look For

High pixel density (460+ PPI) Retina screens make individual dead subpixels microscopic. Our dedicated iPhone dead pixel test projects clean solid colors to reveal any non-functional subpixels.

  • Tiny black or dark dots against white, cyan, and yellow backgrounds.
  • Missing subpixel elements in high-density text or status areas.
  • Dark specks near screen edges or around the front camera cutout.
  • Color distortion when viewing solid colors in portrait and landscape.

Display Preparation Tips

  • 1Disable True Tone and Night Shift in iOS Settings.
  • 2Turn display brightness up to 100%.
  • 3Thoroughly clean screen glass to prevent mistaking dust for a dead pixel.
  • 4Rotate between portrait and landscape to inspect all edges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to tell if a dot on iPhone is dust or a dead pixel?

Surface dust can be wiped off with a cloth. If the dot remains stationary beneath the glass when viewing from different angles, it is a dead pixel or trapped panel debris.

Can iPhone dead pixels be repaired with an app?

Hardware dead pixels cannot be fixed by software. You should take the device to an Apple Authorized Service Provider if under warranty.

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