Screen brightness
A nit measures display luminance, the light the screen sends toward the viewer. Use the standard panel rating to draw up your shortlist.
Display brightness for outdoor and bright environments
Compare standard screen brightness in nits, then check the surface treatment and viewing angle for the place the device will be used.
What changes readability in bright light?
Optical bonding
Bonding the cover glass to the display reduces reflections from the air gap between the layers.
Surface reflections
An anti-glare surface scatters reflections, while anti-reflective treatments reduce the light reflected by the surface.
Viewing angle
Contrast and reflections can change as the operator moves off-axis. Check the screen from the seat, shelf or mounting position where it will be read.
Compare models by standard brightness
1,000+ nits
A common starting point for open sky, vehicle cabs and outdoor shifts.
RT-I14M
14-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 1,000 nits
RT-A14
14-inch Rugged Windows Notebook
Standard: 1,000 nits
Anti-glare display
Specified for outdoor visibility
RT-A15
15.6-inch Rugged Windows Notebook
Standard: 1,000 nits
Anti-glare display
Specified for outdoor visibility
RT-X14M
14-inch Rugged Windows Notebook
Standard: 1,000 nits
Fully laminated display
RT-X15M
15.6-inch Rugged Windows Notebook
Standard: 1,000 nits
Fully laminated display
RT-V10J
10.1-inch Windows Vehicle-Mounted Tablet
Standard: 1,000 nits
RT-V10T
10.1-inch Android Vehicle-Mounted Tablet
Standard: 1,000 nits
RT-V80J
8-inch Windows Vehicle-Mounted Tablet
Standard: 1,000 nits
Specified for outdoor visibility
RT-V80T
8-inch Android Vehicle-Mounted Tablet
Standard: 1,000 nits
500–799 nits
A common starting point for mixed indoor and outdoor work or shaded positions.
RT-I10A
10.1-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
RT-I10J
10.1-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
RT-I10L
10.1-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
Specified for outdoor visibility
RT-I20L
12.2-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
Specified for outdoor visibility
RT-IS19J
10.1-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
Sunlight-readable display
RT-R16
10.1-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
Sunlight-readable display
RT-T11X
10.1-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
RT-T17X
10.1-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
RT-T17X-RTK
10.1-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
RT-T81X
8-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
RT-T86X
8-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
RT-Q225MP
12.2-inch Rugged Android 2-in-1
Standard: 700 nits
RT-V12R
10-inch Android Vehicle-Mounted Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
Optional: 750 nits (LVDS panel)
RT-V82T
8-inch Android Vehicle-Mounted Tablet
Standard: 700 nits
Anti-glare display
Fully laminated display
RT-D10R
10.1-inch Android Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 700 nits
RT-P10A
10.1-inch Windows Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 700 nits
RT-P10J
10.1-inch Windows Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 700 nits
RT-P10R
10.1-inch Android Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 700 nits
RT-I20A
12.2-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 650 nits
RT-I20J
12.2-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 650 nits
RT-I22J
12.2-inch Rugged Windows 2-in-1
Standard: 650 nits
Sunlight-readable film optional
RT-I87J
8-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 550 nits
Optional: 700 nits
RT-T87X
8-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 550 nits
RT-T89
8-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 550 nits
TX-43
8-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 550 nits (FHD)
Optional: 700 nits (HD)
RT-P17J
17-inch Windows Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 500 nits
RT-P17R
17-inch Android Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 500 nits
Below 500 nits
Start here for indoor lighting and evaluate the display on site before outdoor use.
RT-OT2-ULTRA
10.95-inch Outdoor Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 450 nits
RT-I16J
10.1-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 400 nits
Sunlight-readable film optional
RT-I17J
10.1-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 400 nits
Optional: 700 nits
RT-I17J-EX
10.1-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 400 nits
Optional: 700 nits
RT-Q115M
10.1-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 400 nits
RT-T19
10.1-inch Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 400 nits
TX-47
10.1-inch Rugged Windows Tablet
Standard: 400 nits (FHD)
Optional: 700 nits (HD)
RT-OT1
8.68-inch Outdoor Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 400 nits
RT-OT1-MAX
10.95-inch Outdoor Rugged Android Tablet
Standard: 320 nits
RT-P18J
18.5-inch Windows Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 250 nits
RT-P18R
18.5-inch Android Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 250 nits
RT-P21A
21.5-inch Windows Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 250 nits
RT-P21J
21.5-inch Windows Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 250 nits
RT-P21R
21.5-inch Android Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 250 nits
RT-P15A
15.6-inch Windows Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 220 nits
RT-P15J
15.6-inch Windows Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 220 nits
RT-P15R
15.6-inch Android Industrial Panel PC
Standard: 220 nits
Models with a brighter panel option
| Model | Standard panel | Optional panel | Panel to specify |
|---|---|---|---|
| RT-I87J | 550 nits | 700 nits | Specify the HD panel for 700 nits. The standard panel is FHD. |
| TX-43 | 550 nits (FHD) | 700 nits (HD) | Specify the HD panel for 700 nits. The FHD panel is standard. |
| RT-I17J | 400 nits | 700 nits | Specify the HD panel for 700 nits. The standard panel is FHD. |
| RT-I17J-EX | 400 nits | 700 nits | Specify the HD panel for 700 nits. The standard panel is FHD. |
| TX-47 | 400 nits (FHD) | 700 nits (HD) | Specify the HD panel for 700 nits. The FHD panel is standard. |
| RT-V12R | 700 nits | 750 nits (LVDS panel) | Specify LVDS at 1024 × 600 for the 750-nit option. |
Consider the viewing position
Samples, terms & support
Working with AIDC GO
Samples
You can request a sample for evaluation.
Volume customization
Volume orders can include a custom logo, startup screen, enclosure colour, preinstalled software and packaging.
Warranty
AIDC GO provides a 1-year warranty.
Ordering
The minimum order quantity for standard products is 1 unit. Standard configurations typically ship within 7 days; lead time for volume and custom orders is confirmed in the quotation.
English datasheets
An English datasheet is available to download for every model shown here.
Enquiries
We reply within 24 hours.
What to include in your enquiry
- Indoor lighting, open sky or light through glass
- Operator position and mounting angle
- Typical screen content and text size
- Standard or optional panel and resolution
- Gloves, screen protector or polarised glasses used on site
- Evaluation location, quantity and destination
Display selection questions
Does a higher nit rating settle the choice for outdoor use?
Ambient reflections and viewing angle also affect the contrast you see. Try the same form in shade and in direct light at the working angle.
Which rating determines a model’s brightness band?
Each card is grouped by the standard panel rating. For example, the RT-I87J appears in the 500–799 nits band with its standard 550-nit panel and lists a 700-nit option.
Which tablet specifications explicitly mention sunlight readability?
RT-R16 and RT-IS19J describe their displays as sunlight-readable.
How should we evaluate a screen in a cab?
Place the sample at the intended mounting angle and read the dispatch form from the driver’s seat while parked. Check for reflections in both the display and the windscreen.
Can we test a panel before choosing a configuration?
You can request a sample for evaluation. Include the model, resolution and brightness rating in the request.
Discuss your display requirements
Describe the viewing position and the information the operator needs to read.
