{"id":24586,"date":"2024-09-26T07:16:35","date_gmt":"2024-09-26T15:16:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/?p=24586"},"modified":"2024-09-26T07:56:08","modified_gmt":"2024-09-26T15:56:08","slug":"ws2812b-vs-ws2811-led-strip-lights-a-summary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/ws2812b-vs-ws2811-led-strip-lights-a-summary\/","title":{"rendered":"WS2812B vs WS2811 LED Strip Lights: A Summary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The WS2812B and WS2811 LEDs are popular addressable options, but they have distinct characteristics that cater to different applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-DATASHEET.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-DATASHEET.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">WS2811 Datasheet<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-datasheet.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-datasheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">WS2812B Datasheet<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Differences<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Integration of IC:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>WS2812B:<\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The IC is built into each LED, allowing for easy control of individual LEDs. Each operates at 5V.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/product\/ws2812b-led-pixel-strip-30-60-74-96-100-144-pixels-leds-m-38\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-1024x585.webp\" alt=\"ws2812b led strip individually addressable rgb 1\" class=\"wp-image-24596 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7504273504273504;width:746px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-1024x585.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-300x172.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-1536x878.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-750x429.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1.webp 1749w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-1024x585.webp\" alt=\"ws2812b led strip individually addressable rgb 1\" class=\"wp-image-24596 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7504273504273504;width:746px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-1024x585.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-300x172.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-1536x878.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1-750x429.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2812B-LED-Strip-Individually-Addressable-RGB-1.webp 1749w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>WS2811:<\/strong> The IC is external to the LED, with the ability to work at multiple voltages (5V, 12V, or 24V). Depending on the voltage, it controls a group of LEDs:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>5V:<\/strong> One IC per LED.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>12V:<\/strong> One IC for three LEDs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>24V:<\/strong> One IC for six LEDs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/ws2811-led-strip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-1024x655.webp\" alt=\"ws2811 led strip\" class=\"wp-image-24595 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5633587786259542;width:585px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-1024x655.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-300x192.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-768x491.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-1536x983.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-750x480.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip.webp 1563w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" src=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-1024x655.webp\" alt=\"ws2811 led strip\" class=\"wp-image-24595 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5633587786259542;width:585px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-1024x655.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-300x192.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-768x491.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-1536x983.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip-750x480.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-LED-Strip.webp 1563w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Voltage and Distance:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/ws2811-led-strip\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/ws2811-led-strip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WS2811 strips<\/a> can run longer distances (up to 50m for 24V) with less voltage drop compared to the 5V WS2812B strips, making them more suitable for large projects or outdoor lighting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Power Consumption:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At 5V, the power consumption is similar, but the WS2811 LEDs at higher voltages consume more power due to the larger number of LEDs controlled by each IC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Color Options:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>WS2812B:<\/strong> Primarily RGB.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>WS2811:<\/strong> Available in RGB, RGB+W (white), and RGB+CCT (tunable white), offering greater versatility in color selection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/ws2811-led-strip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"792\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-1024x792.webp\" alt=\"ws2811 color comparison 1 768x594 1\" class=\"wp-image-24604 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.292929292929293;width:643px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-1024x792.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-300x232.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-768x594.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-750x580.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1.webp 1293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"792\" src=\"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-1024x792.webp\" alt=\"ws2811 color comparison 1 768x594 1\" class=\"wp-image-24604 lazyload\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.292929292929293;width:643px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-1024x792.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-300x232.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-768x594.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1-750x580.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/WS2811-Color-Comparison-1-768x594-1.webp 1293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applications:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Both types are used in various formats like SMD strips, pixel panels, and modules, and can be controlled using SPI controllers or Arduino boards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Feature<\/td><td>WS2812B<\/td><td>WS2811<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>LED Control<\/td><td>Each LED individually controlled<\/td><td>1, 3, or 6 LEDs controlled per chip (depending on voltage)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Voltage<\/td><td>5V only<\/td><td>5V, 12V, or 24V available<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cut Unit<\/td><td>Each LED can be cut<\/td><td>Cut unit depends on voltage (1 LED, 3 LEDs, or 6 LEDs)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Running Length<\/td><td>Shorter due to voltage drop<\/td><td>Longer due to higher voltage options<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Power Consumption<\/td><td>Lower at 5V<\/td><td>Higher at 12V and 24V<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Color Options<\/td><td>RGB only<\/td><td>RGB, addressable white, RGB+W, RGB+CCT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choosing Between WS2812B and WS2811<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Individual LED Control:<\/strong> Go for WS2812B if you need precise control over every single LED.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Color Options:<\/strong> Choose WS2811 for a wider range of color options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Running Length:<\/strong> Opt for higher voltage WS2811 (12V or 24V) for longer runs without color inconsistencies.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Power Consumption:<\/strong> Consider power usage; 5V WS2812B might be more economical for small projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose WS2812B for projects requiring individual LED control at short distances. Opt for WS2811 when longer runs, higher voltage options, or varied color modes are needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The WS2812B and WS2811 LEDs are popular addressable options, but they have distinct characteristics that cater to different applications. Key Differences Feature WS2812B WS2811 LED Control Each LED individually controlled 1, 3, or 6 LEDs controlled per chip (depending on voltage) Voltage 5V only 5V, 12V, or 24V available Cut Unit Each LED can be &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/ws2812b-vs-ws2811-led-strip-lights-a-summary\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">WS2812B vs WS2811 LED Strip Lights: A Summary<\/span> Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":24367,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"WS2812B vs WS2811 LED Strip Lights: A Summary -MSHLED","_seopress_titles_desc":"Discover the key differences between WS2812B and WS2811 LED strip lights. 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