[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Display

8-bit color

An 8-bit-per-channel panel displaying 16.7 million colours — the standard for most screens.

Also known as: 8-bit

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

8-bit colour means each red, green, and blue channel has 256 levels, giving 16.7 million possible colours. It is the baseline for most displays and content.

It is often paired with dithering to approximate higher bit depths.

Where 8-bit color Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 8-bit color?

An 8-bit-per-channel panel displaying 16.7 million colours — the standard for most screens.

What terms are related to 8-bit color?

Related Display terms include gamma, 10-bit color.

Related Technical Terms

gamma
The display transfer curve that maps brightness levels. Display
10-bit color
Displays that can show 1 billion colors (1024 steps per channel). Display
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