What is better for segment LCD: spi or 4:1

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Redesign
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What is better for segment LCD: spi or 4:1

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What is a better interface for a segment LCD?
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Re: What is better for segment LCD: spi or 4:1

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SPI and 4:1 is both good. one is not better than the other.

4:1 is lower cost, but cannot drive as many segments
SPI requires a controller/driver chip that increases its cost, but allows more segments to be driven and at a faster refresh rate than 4:1.
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