Why does my laptop screen flicker when it's on low battery?
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GadgetGuru42
I had to replace my laptop screen a few months ago, and lately, I've noticed that when the battery runs low—especially during power cuts—the screen starts flickering. It gets worse as the battery drains further. I took it back to the repair shop, but they told me it's a battery issue rather than a screen problem. Do you think this could be related to the new screen? What can I do about this?
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It sounds like the screen you got might not be handling the battery’s voltage drop very well. When the battery level gets low, the voltage can fluctuate and cause flickering, especially if the screen's driver board isn't up to snuff with regulating that voltage change. They might have used a generic aftermarket part that isn’t as robust as the original.
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Out of curiosity, what battery percentage did it start flickering at? Sometimes issues can manifest more in the lower battery range.
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GadgetGuru42: I’m not sure of the exact number, but it was around 70-75% when I first noticed it.