Adafruit ILI9341 TFT LCD Breakout Board
Best interactive display for makers building custom microcontroller interfaces.
This display is the gold standard for adding a polished, interactive interface to your DIY electronics. While the resistive touchscreen lacks the snappy feel of modern smartphone glass, the combination of vibrant color graphics and onboard storage makes it an essential upgrade for any serious maker.
$37.25
at
Jameco Electronics
Who it's for
- Engineers prioritizing fast refresh rates and efficient pin usage
- Makers connecting to diverse 3.3V or 5V microcontroller platforms
- Developers needing local storage for graphics and data logging
Who should skip it
- Users requiring modern multi-touch responsiveness and high sensitivity
- Designers building complex interfaces with high information density
- Budget-conscious hobbyists seeking the lowest possible component cost
Performance breakdown
Visual Clarity
The 320x240 resolution provides crisp, vibrant graphics for small-scale interface projects.
Touch Responsiveness
Resistive technology offers reliable input but lacks the sensitivity of modern capacitive.
Integration Ease
Extensive library support makes connecting to Arduino boards a straightforward process.
Storage Versatility
The integrated MicroSD slot simplifies loading high-resolution assets and data logging.
Build Robustness
Adafruit’s breakout design ensures a secure, durable connection for frequent prototyping.
Display Brightness
Four white LEDs provide sufficient illumination for most indoor lighting conditions.
Key Specs
Display Size
2.8 inches
Resolution
320x240 pixels
Interface
8-bit digital or SPI
Voltage Rating
3.3V-5V
Current Rating
150mA
Weight
40g
Thickness
7.9mm
Touchscreen
4-wire resistive
Backlight
4 white LED
Compatibility
Arduino Shield Compatible
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