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Overview

TCL华星光电技术有限公司 (TCL CSOT) was established in 2009 and is an innovative technology enterprise focused on the semiconductor display field. It states a vision to become a globally leading display solutions provider, and operates a "3+2+N" business layout covering three core businesses and two emerging businesses. Its advanced display technology brand is APEX. Its production and R&D footprint includes bases in Shenzhen, Wuhan, Huizhou, Suzhou, Guangzhou and India.

History

TCL华星光电技术有限公司 was established in 2009 and is an innovative technology enterprise focused on the semiconductor display field. It states that it continues TCL Group's mission of bringing users forward-looking technology experiences and smart healthy living, and aims to become a globally leading display solutions provider. Its advanced display technology brand is APEX. Through a "3+2+N" business layout it has formed three core businesses and two emerging businesses, and is exploring more emerging application scenarios. It builds a global operations network around customers to serve global markets. Its production and R&D footprint includes bases in Shenzhen, Wuhan, Huizhou, Suzhou, Guangzhou and India.

  • 2025

    Oxide technology enters mass production for mid-size tablets, debuting on Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad 11 and REDMI Pad 2.

  • 2025

    t8 project officially begins construction.

  • 2024

    DTC2024 Global Display Ecosystem Conference held in Guangzhou, marking the company's 15th anniversary.

  • 2009

    TCL CSOT founded as a semiconductor display company and member of TCL Group.

  • G8.5 t1 TV panel line in Shenzhen built as China's first liquid crystal panel line constructed entirely through independent innovation.

  • G11 t6 and t7 high-generation lines for large-size TV and commercial displays established.

  • G6 t3+M3 LTPS line in Wuhan built as China's first 6th-generation LTPS display panel line.

  • G6 t4+M4 flexible high-end smartphone display panel line established under Wuhan China Star Optoelectronics Semiconductor Display Technology.

  • G8.5 t10 TFT-LCD line in Suzhou established as the world's only panel line capable of applying 0.38mm glass substrates.

  • India module and integrated manufacturing base established in Tirupati.

Products and positioning

Aims to be a globally leading display solutions provider, serving global markets with full-scenario products.

  • TV displays

    TV display products including 55" 4K, 65" 4K, 75" 4K, 85" 4K, 98" 4K, 65" 8K and 75" 8K sizes, using HVA technology with refresh rates of 60/120/144Hz and DCI 95% color gamut.

Controversies

  • 2025

    US ITC finds infringement in Samsung patent case, issues limited exclusion order

    In 2025, Samsung Display sued TCL CSOT for infringing OLED and other patents; in 2026, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) found the accused products infringing, issued a limited exclusion order and issued a cease-and-desist order against TCL North America. Exports of the related products to the United States were restricted.

  • 2022

    Lifting injury at Shenzhen T6 plant kills one

    On October 14, 2022, a lifting injury accident occurred at the plant of China Star Optoelectronics Semiconductor Display Technology Co., Ltd. in Guangming District, Shenzhen, causing one death; the related supplier and person in charge were recommended for administrative penalties. A rectification “look back” assessment was carried out after the accident investigation.

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Recent events

  • TCL CSOT acquires 80% stake in Fujian Prima Optoelectronics[10]

    TCL China Star Optoelectronic Technology Co Ltd (TCL CSOT), a Shenzhen-based subsidiary of TCL Technology, acquired an 80% equity stake along with creditor rights in Fujian Prima Optoelectronics Co Ltd for CNY490m (about US$70m), marking its entry into the LED chip segment.

  • TCL CSOT unveils five display products and technologies[11]

    At its DTC 2021 conference, TCL CSOT unveiled five products and technologies described as global premieres, including MLED and OLED displays.

  • Reported

    TCL completes acquisition of Suzhou Samsung display businesses[12]

    TCL completed the acquisition of 60% of Suzhou Samsung Electronics LCD Technology and 100% of Suzhou Samsung Display. The report also says Samsung Display completed its investment in TCL CSOT as part of the transaction work.

  • Unconfirmed

    Reported

    TCL CSOT develops an NTSC 110% wide-color-gamut LCD panel[13]

    TCL CSOT said it successfully developed an LCD panel with an NTSC 110% color gamut, using changes to the backlight, color-filter materials and panel design.

  • Unconfirmed

    Reported

    TCL CSOT screen receives active-stylus certifications[14]

    TCL CSOT said its 10.95-inch screen using In-Cell active-stylus technology passed Wacom's WGP LV1 certification and Microsoft's MPP 2.5 certification.

  • Reported

    TCL CSOT launches 34-inch R1000 165Hz ultrawide gaming display[15]

    TCL CSOT announced the launch of a 34-inch R1000 ultrawide gaming display with a 165Hz refresh rate and 3440×1440 resolution.

  • Reported

    TCL CSOT receives Eye Comfort Display certification[16]

    TCL CSOT received a TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Display (LCD) certification, described in the article as the first of its kind globally.

  • Reported

    TCL CSOT announces acquisition of Samsung's Suzhou LCD businesses[17]

    TCL Technology disclosed that its subsidiary TCL CSOT would acquire a 60% stake in Suzhou Samsung Electronics LCD Technology and 100% of Suzhou Samsung Display for $1.08 billion. Samsung Display would invest the consideration for the 60% stake into TCL CSOT, increasing its ownership in TCL CSOT from 5.02% to 12.33%.

  • Reported

    TCL China Star announces acquisition of stakes in Samsung's Suzhou display businesses[18]

    TCL China Star announced that it would acquire a 60% stake in Suzhou Samsung Electronics LCD Technology and a 100% stake in Suzhou Samsung Display for $1.08 billion. Samsung Display was to invest $739 million in TCL China Star as consideration for the 60% stake, increasing its ownership in TCL China Star from 5.02% to 12.33%.

  • TCL CSOT announces acquisition of Samsung display businesses in Suzhou[19]

    TCL CSOT announced that it had signed agreements to acquire 60% of Suzhou Samsung Electronics LCD Technology Co., Ltd. and 100% of Suzhou Samsung Display Co., Ltd. for approximately US$1.08 billion.

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