Addressable LED and RGB LED are related but not exactly the same.

RGB LED refers to a type of LED (Light Emitting Diode) that emits red, green, and blue light, allowing it to produce a wide range of colors by varying the intensity of each primary color. RGB LEDs are commonly used in various lighting applications where color mixing is desired, such as decorative lighting, signage, and entertainment setups.

Addressable LED, on the other hand, refers to LED strips or arrays where each individual LED can be controlled independently. This means that each LED can display a different color or brightness level simultaneously, offering more dynamic and customizable lighting effects compared to traditional RGB LEDs. Addressable LED strips typically have built-in microcontrollers or chips that allow precise control over each LED, usually through protocols like WS2812B or APA102.

While RGB LEDs can be addressable, not all addressable LEDs are RGB. Some addressable LED products use different color configurations or even monochrome LEDs, allowing for various lighting effects beyond just color mixing, such as animations, patterns, and visual displays.

In summary, while both addressable LED and RGB LED are used for lighting applications, addressable LEDs offer more flexibility and control over individual light elements compared to traditional RGB LEDs.