12-bit (4-4-4) Hex to RGB Converter

Convert any hexadecimal color code (like #FF0000) to its 12-bit (4-4-4) RGB values. Simply enter a hex color code below to see its RGB equivalent. Supports both 3-digit (#RGB) and 6-digit (#RRGGBB) hex codes.

#RRGGBB
RGB Values
RGB: 255, 0, 0
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About 12-bit (4-4-4) Color Mode

12-bit color uses 4 bits each for red, green, and blue components (0-15), allowing for 4,096 unique colors. This format was used in early color displays and some early digital cameras. With 16 possible values per color component, it could produce more subtle color variations than 8-bit or 9-bit modes, making it suitable for basic photo display and advanced graphics applications of its era. Some early LCD displays and handheld gaming systems used this format.