One isn't skimping when one can't reach a given resolution any other way. Seriously, PenTile gives you the ability to reach higher effective (as measured) resolution for a given number of subpixels. Simply stated, for a given number of subpixels, it is ALWAYS better to use PenTile.
Full Disclosure: I'm the CEO of Nouvoyance, the company that develops PenTile.
Please download the above white paper on PenTile OLED resolution. Resolution is found by counting the number of monochromatic, desaturated (black&white or otherwise not fully satatured colors) lines and spaces:
Full Disclosure: I'm the CEO of Nouvoyance, the company that develops PenTile.