To the uninitiated, this looks like a random part number. In reality, it is a hybrid descriptor combining a with a panel resolution .
As automotive interfaces demand more information (360-degree camera views, full Android Auto/Apple Carplay, OBD2 diagnostic graphs), the 1024x600 resolution is showing its age. Conversely, jumping to 1920x1080 on an 8-inch screen causes overheating and unnecessary battery drain in portable devices.