Following are main difference between mesh storage CRT(Cathode ray tube) and phosphor storage CRT(Cathode ray tube)
| Mesh storage CRT | Phosphor storage CRT |
|---|---|
| The Mesh storage is appropriate for intensity modulation and variable persistence operation. | The phosphor storage is not appropriate for intensity modulation and variable persistence operation. |
| The material used for storage target and display target is same. | It is used general P1 phosphor for storage as well as display target. |
| A dielectric material deposited on the storage mesh act as a storage target. | A thin layer of phosphor acts as both the storage and the display elements. |
| There is no possibility of reduction in the light output with its use. | It is susceptible to reduction in the light output with its use. |
| In mesh storage continuous persistence control is possible. | In phosphor storage continuous persistence control is not possible. |
| The comparison of previous and present waveforms is not possible. | The previous and present waveforms can be compared, due to split screen feature. |
| Relatively Long CRT life. | Relatively short CRT life. |