Purpose: Identifying Devices with Enhanced Visual Quality

To understand the full capabilities of our company’s computers, we perform routine health checks. The “HDR Display” check identifies whether your computer’s screen and graphics system support High Dynamic Range (HDR), a premium feature that provides a richer, more vibrant visual experience.

This is an informational check only. Your result does not impact your computer’s performance or eligibility for software upgrades like Windows 11.

What is an HDR Display?

Think of the difference between a standard television and a new, high-end 4K aTV.

• A Standard Display is like a regular television. It shows a perfectly good picture that is clear and functional for all work tasks.
• An HDR Display is like that premium 4K TV. It can show a much wider range of colors, much deeper blacks, and much brighter whites. For videos, images, or applications that support it, the picture is noticeably more lifelike and detailed.

HDR is a “nice-to-have” feature that enhances visual quality, but it is not required for any business tasks. Our health check simply identifies if your computer has this built-in capability.

What Your Results Mean

This check determines if your device has an HDR-capable screen and graphics card. There is no “pass” or “fail.”

Status	What It Means	What To Do
HDR Capable	Your device has an HDR-enabled screen. For supported content (like high-quality videos or graphics), your display can produce more vibrant and realistic images.	No action is required. This is a premium feature of your device.
Standard Display	Your device has a standard, high-quality screen. It is a fully functional display that is perfect for all your daily work, but it does not have the specialized hardware for HDR.	No action is required. This is the standard configuration for most work computers, and your device is fully supported.

Frequently Asked Questions

My screen isn’t HDR. Is it outdated or low quality?

• Not at all. Your computer has a modern, high-quality display that is perfectly suited for business use. HDR is an optional, premium feature, much like a sunroof in a car—the car works perfectly without it.

Will this prevent me from upgrading to Windows 11?

• No. This check is purely informational and has no effect on your ability to use Windows 11 or any other software.

Do I need an HDR display for my work?

• No. Standard displays are excellent for all business applications, including email, documents, spreadsheets, and video conferencing. HDR provides a cosmetic enhancement for creative or media-focused work but is not a requirement.

Do I need to do anything if my screen is not HDR capable?

• No action is needed. This check simply helps us catalogue the features of our computer fleet.