Dead Pixel Screen Color Test

A free full screen color test covering all 8 colors. Switch between them using keyboard shortcuts or swatches — the fastest monitor dead pixel checker and display diagnostic test online. No download, works on any browser.

Or press F11 · Mobile: double-tap

Brightness100%
10%70–85% recommended for video calls100%

Switch Color

Keyboard: WWhite  KBlack  RRed  GGreen  ← → Cycle

Keyboard Shortcuts

WWhite
KBlack
RRed
GGreen
UBlue
YYellow
CCyan
MMagenta

Also: ← →Cycle through colors  F11Toggle fullscreen  ESC Exit fullscreen

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I do a full monitor test?

Start with white to spot dead pixels quickly, then switch to black in a dark room to check for backlight bleed. Run through red, green, and blue to test each primary color channel. Finish with yellow, cyan, and magenta to catch stuck sub-pixels in each channel. The entire test takes under 5 minutes and covers all common display defects.

What is the difference between a dead pixel and a stuck pixel?

A dead pixel is permanently black — the pixel is completely non-functional and appears as a dark spot on any background. A stuck pixel is always one color — usually red, green, or blue — because one sub-pixel is permanently on. Stuck pixels can sometimes be fixed with pixel-cycling software; dead pixels are permanent hardware failures.

How many dead pixels are acceptable?

Monitor manufacturers use ISO 13406-2 standards to classify defects. Most monitors allow a small number of defects before qualifying for warranty replacement. Class 1 (premium) monitors allow zero defects. Most consumer displays are Class 2, which permits up to 2 dead pixels and 5 stuck pixels per million pixels. Check your monitor's warranty policy for exact coverage.

Do I need to download anything to use this test?

No. This screen color test runs entirely in your browser — no downloads, no plugins, no sign-up required. It works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook, iOS, and Android. Just open the page, click fullscreen, and run through the colors.