ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC Review: The Best Portable USB-C Monitor

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  • Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
  • Extending your laptop's display in no longer a challenge with the ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC, we find out if its features are worth the investment.
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  •  6 лет назад

    I think the solution using the pen is incredible. Good video! The next time you can show more time using the tape sleeve, please.

  • @pedrocampos2529
    @pedrocampos2529 6 лет назад +3

    Would this work with connected to a usb-c dock with a mouse and keyboard connected to a power surge and to an Android phone? If yes I'll probably need no PC at all

  • @will1565
    @will1565 6 лет назад +3

    @3:38 just plug your laptop in maybe... good review though :)

  • @mjnoir1
    @mjnoir1 6 лет назад +9

    If I cant attach it to a gaming console its a no deal for me but I really like the design

  • @denvernaicker8250
    @denvernaicker8250 6 лет назад

    im glad one usb-c cable powers and displays apple should include atleast 4 usb-c ports for the mac12, one for ext gpu, power, ext display, and ony periphel extension

  • @MrHandyBlock
    @MrHandyBlock 5 лет назад +1

    Unfortunately, I don't like the viewing angles that the cover provides.

    • @tranfamily35
      @tranfamily35 5 лет назад

      uhm, ez solution
      www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-IPM-TAB1-AMZ-Adjustable-Tablet-Stand/dp/B006ZT4VA0/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=amazon+stand&qid=1556853729&s=gateway&sr=8-3

  • @DAK-fm8wd
    @DAK-fm8wd 5 лет назад +4

    can anyone please tell me if this portable monitor is compatible with PS4, thank you.

    • @jessesbradshaw9595
      @jessesbradshaw9595 3 года назад

      If you use a dongle like for the iPad Pro to connect hdmi you should be able to run it

  • @jeylful
    @jeylful 5 лет назад

    Great review! Thumbs up!

  • @DinuSirbu
    @DinuSirbu 3 года назад

    Thank you for the review. I am curious, can I listen to music through this external monitor?? How to I connect the headphones to it???
    Thank you

  • @Drakopiou
    @Drakopiou 5 лет назад +3

    Can i use this as a principal monitor for an Intel NUC?

    • @TheHy6xD
      @TheHy6xD 5 лет назад

      that's almost great question

  • @entyce66
    @entyce66 5 лет назад +4

    Can you hook up the new Mac mini to it

    • @TheHy6xD
      @TheHy6xD 5 лет назад

      that's great question

  • @josetesla5785
    @josetesla5785 3 года назад

    KLGadget TV, I see with use a MacBook, but how charge the MacBook if you use a unique usb-c in the monitor ?

  • @gilean6179
    @gilean6179 3 года назад

    I suppose this can act as primary display to my Intel NUC if I decide to lug around my Intel NUC. The NUC does have a Type-C/Thunderbolt port. thank you for this review.

  • @otephkhael2167
    @otephkhael2167 6 лет назад +1

    can i connect a 2 zenscreen on a laptop?? using usb?

  • @jabulilefaku812
    @jabulilefaku812 Год назад

    Does it work on a Mac mini? I bought the Mb165b and it doesn't work

  • @MUMe37
    @MUMe37 6 месяцев назад

    Can you connect switch Nintendo to it?

  • @boopang1000
    @boopang1000 5 лет назад

    i watched a couple videos about these asus monitors, i wonder that is the monitor work with mac mini?

  • @08ARK
    @08ARK 5 лет назад

    Can I use the USB 3 adapter of this monitor with multiadapter of apple (the white one) ? The reason I want to know is because I have a MacBook too and I want charge the MacBook and use that monitor at the same time jeje. Thanks!

  • @bohemiangreenearth
    @bohemiangreenearth 5 лет назад

    Hi. Will it works with Samsung Galaxy Book 12? Any response will be appreciated.

  • @inopratamax
    @inopratamax 6 лет назад +1

    Is it can be primary display for desktop pc ?
    My motherboard asus z370-i have usb type c

  • @smittywerbenjagermanjenson8076
    @smittywerbenjagermanjenson8076 2 года назад +1

    So i guess if i got a USB-c to hdmi I could put my ps4 into it

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  2 года назад

      No it doesn't work that way, the USB-C to HDMI cable doesn't come with power, you need a C-to-C that comes with both power and DisplayPort

  • @xxKillingSpreeHUNxxx
    @xxKillingSpreeHUNxxx 6 лет назад +1

    Looks like its the best portable screen on the market, however iam still not convinced. Ive bought my Surface Pro 4 for 2,5x price than this but that alone is 5x more useful, with 400cd brightness (instead of ZenScreen's 220), with 2736x1824 resolution (instead of 1080p), kickstand (instead of a fkin pen), bigger battery, mini displayport, etc. Currently i'd rather buy an other SP4 and use that as a second screen... Cant believe theres no good portable monitors out there, and all of them are overpriced.

    • @sethleigh8850
      @sethleigh8850 6 лет назад +3

      I recently saw a guy I was working with pull out his Surface Pro and this ZenScreen out of his bag and set it up in a few seconds and it was just brilliant. Yeah the external screen hasn't got the same quality as the Surface Pro screen, but seriously, 1080p at 15.6" size is way more than enough for almost any practical use, and for what he was working on (powerpoint slides, Word documents, etc.) the difference in display quality was really moot. It just didn't matter. I liked it so much I picked one up for use with the Razer Blade 15 gaming laptop, which has an absolutely phenomenal 15.6" display as well. Yeah, the external display isn't as good, but for my purposes it's amazingly awesome for something I can slip into my computer backpack right behind the laptop itself, not need any external power bricks or anything, and double my workspace. For $238 shipped this thing is a no brainer for me.

    • @truemex4life
      @truemex4life 6 лет назад

      Seth Leigh that's the set up I'm planning on buying I was wondering how well this would pair up with the Razer blade good looks 👌

    • @sethleigh8850
      @sethleigh8850 6 лет назад

      The ZenScreen matches up really well with the Razer Blade. It's not as bright, but it looks pretty good. I've got them both color calibrated using a Spyder 5 and the DisplayCal software, so the primary difference in appearance between them is that the Zenscreen just isn't as bright. It's amazingly cool for such a tiny thing that can be packed in with the Razer Blade in my computer pack.

    • @xxKillingSpreeHUNxxx
      @xxKillingSpreeHUNxxx 6 лет назад

      I'd be okey with 1080p, my bigger concern is the price and brightness. When i sit out to my balcony and the sun is shineing, its even a bit hard to see the Surface Pro i dont think i could see anything from a screen that got half the brightness. For a lower price i'd say "okey, i only use portable screen inside". But it just dont worth it for me like how it is now. I wait and keep hopeing for a better alternative.

  • @MrEq0000
    @MrEq0000 5 лет назад

    Can you use it as desktop pc monitor via usb-A to usb-c cable? Is it any good for photo editing (LR, PS)? Does it support pc gaming? Thanks! Great review btw!

    • @nsuperdude1
      @nsuperdude1 Год назад

      I’m gonna be straight with you, your going to need hdmi to usb c, at least that’s what I’m having to get, standard usb brought no display

    • @jesse1599
      @jesse1599 8 месяцев назад

      Did this work? I am worried there might be an issue because hdmi does not give power to the screen perhaps?​@@nsuperdude1

  • @jgsalon
    @jgsalon 9 месяцев назад

    Mine never worked

  • @jperryman1986
    @jperryman1986 6 лет назад

    so i'm using a macbook pro, and the pen they provide with this montior is literally just a pen which can double as a kickstand... but it doesn't actually allow you to (with mac) us it to control the montior or as a touch ...is that right?

    • @sethleigh8850
      @sethleigh8850 6 лет назад

      That's correct. The pen that comes with this thing is just a pen, and counts as a "life hack" sort of kluge for setting this thing up without bothering with a dedicated stand or folding up the sleeve it comes with to serve as a stand. This screen is not a touch screen.

  • @Tommydudez
    @Tommydudez 6 лет назад

    Hi warren , u said u bought it from Taiwan 7500 dollars right ? So it should be around rm 800 to 900 , but why the price is rm 1398?

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  6 лет назад

      Yep, that's after tax reduction in Taiwan, it officially retails at TWD8290 (RM1158), so on Gearbest, just consider that extra amount as shipping to here.

  • @Ano-Nymos
    @Ano-Nymos 5 лет назад +1

    Hello.
    ASUS notes "adapters" for old devices in the FAQ.
    Where can we find such "adapters".
    I imagine a Y-cable with USB-A plug for a usual 3.1-socket (for energy and data) and a dp plug for the video signal from my graphic card.
    Combined to a USB-C with DP and "Alternative Mode". I think, it does not need active electronic, only a passive Y-cable.
    What do we have to search for?
    Are there cheap adapters from China on Ebay, Amazon etc. :-)?
    long cables, or only small adapters.
    I could install a small adapter in the computer case.
    Route the DP cable out to the graphics card and insert the USB C end into the chassis wall. Tapping USB3.1 internally.

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  5 лет назад

      I have no idea on that though, for what I know it doesn’t work well with non type-c devices due to the lack of power, you may experience lags, less brightness and occasional restarts.

    • @Ano-Nymos
      @Ano-Nymos 5 лет назад

      ​@@klgadgettv ? This monitor needs only

  • @shanayia5653
    @shanayia5653 4 года назад

    Can i connect my iPhone to it? I tried actually with a USB c to Lightening and unfortunately it didn’t work. Any suggestions??

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  4 года назад

      It won't work with iPhone because it uses DisplayPort, also Lightning isn't powerful enough to power the display

  • @shohan09jasim
    @shohan09jasim 2 года назад

    Does it need a separate driver installed? My work laptop won't let me install any driver or software.

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  2 года назад +1

      If you use a USB A to C cable, then yes you need to install drivers

  • @dirtberger4533
    @dirtberger4533 6 лет назад +1

    Can you hook it up the Nintendo Switch.. would like to try that.

    • @isam3601
      @isam3601 6 лет назад

      Novantix how? This monitor doesnt have hdmi?

  • @ioths7
    @ioths7 2 года назад

    Is it plug and play? Or do i need to install asus driver? (Im using my office macbook pro (2019) so without plug and play, im dead as to install driver need admin credentials is required)
    Please advise

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  2 года назад

      Nope no drivers required

  • @hard2236
    @hard2236 5 лет назад +1

    Does it work with ps4? with converter hdmi to usb c ??

    • @jakedavis3458
      @jakedavis3458 5 лет назад +6

      No I bought one and found out the hard way

  • @jordans8545
    @jordans8545 6 лет назад

    Will this work with a Samsung dex pad? Thinking of creating a mini portable office. Any response will be appreciated

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  6 лет назад

      I don’t think so, basically it requires power and display signal from USB-C, which I doubt the DEX station does that

  • @AllHailTheNerd
    @AllHailTheNerd 4 года назад +1

    is it compatible with an ipad pro 2020?

    • @loughrin
      @loughrin 3 года назад

      I’m getting one this week. I’ll try it and let you know.

  • @vankov_yurk2602
    @vankov_yurk2602 5 лет назад

    Can this screen connect to zenfone variant?

  • @cikgujoezt4241
    @cikgujoezt4241 6 месяцев назад

    boleh connect to iphone ?

  • @julesbar3545
    @julesbar3545 5 лет назад

    Is it compatible to other laptop? Will the usb adaptor A works on Usb type A laptop?

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  5 лет назад

      Yes it will, but with slightly lower brightness due to lower power output.

  • @Edikmar98
    @Edikmar98 5 лет назад

    Is this tactile?

  • @nikolayiliev9793
    @nikolayiliev9793 4 года назад +7

    I am always stunned by people who talk about speed and efficiency but use the mousepad instead of a proper mouse.

  • @xkaiyt5026
    @xkaiyt5026 6 лет назад +7

    Can I connect my PS4 in this monitor??

    • @Arcibaldinjo
      @Arcibaldinjo 6 лет назад +1

      have a same quastion

    • @max_955
      @max_955 6 лет назад

      no. it requires drivers.

    • @sethleigh8850
      @sethleigh8850 6 лет назад

      This version of the screen (the USB-C/Thunderbolt version) doesn't seem to need any special drivers if connected to that Thunderbolt port. It acts like a normal Thunderbolt monitor.

    • @theq80gamer
      @theq80gamer 2 года назад

      does it work with an andriod tablet like samsung tas s7+?

  • @denizyayla
    @denizyayla 2 года назад

    hello KL how are you ! can you answer me urgently does it work wit MacBook ?

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  2 года назад +1

      Yes it does

    • @denizyayla
      @denizyayla 2 года назад

      @@klgadgettv thank you so much! Hello from istanbul

  • @Tommydudez
    @Tommydudez 6 лет назад

    Awesome concept for a portable screen. May I ask if the screen needs to be charged ?sorry if it sounds silly .

    • @samsroom100
      @samsroom100 6 лет назад

      No batteries in it..... it’s powered via the laptop

  • @rafalcisek
    @rafalcisek 5 лет назад +1

    Can you use vertical mode using MacBook PRO? Theu sey it works only with window$ :(

    • @pingozingo
      @pingozingo 5 лет назад

      If you hold the option key while going into display settings in system preferences there's options to rotate an external display

  • @NBCNothingButCrap
    @NBCNothingButCrap 6 лет назад

    Is there any pc shop in Malaysia selling this screen that i can buy directly?

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  6 лет назад

      Not at the moment unfortunately, you will need to find some way of importing it

  • @Davideanson
    @Davideanson 2 года назад

    Does it have a built-in battery?

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  2 года назад

      The newer one has a built in battery

  • @xChuckNasty88x
    @xChuckNasty88x 5 лет назад

    Can I use this as a main display, like for a Mac mini display on the go

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  5 лет назад

      Yes you can

    • @Drakopiou
      @Drakopiou 5 лет назад

      @@klgadgettv Same for a Intel NUC?

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  5 лет назад

      @@Drakopiou as long as there is a USB-C port, it will work. I'm currently using it as my PC's Twitter feed monitor.

    • @Drakopiou
      @Drakopiou 5 лет назад

      @@klgadgettv Fastest answer ever aha, thanks a lot

    • @ammarkaren
      @ammarkaren 4 года назад

      KLGadgetTV can i use this on iphone X?

  • @ZizoZizo-hw3zo
    @ZizoZizo-hw3zo 2 года назад

    does it work with smartphone? thank you

  • @emlee7558
    @emlee7558 2 года назад

    Does it work using samsung dex?

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  2 года назад

      Yes it does but might need external power

  • @masagord3556
    @masagord3556 2 года назад

    Hello) Does it work with Xbox series s ?

  • @israeleduardomauricioelias9117
    @israeleduardomauricioelias9117 6 лет назад

    Can I use it with a Mac, do I need a ThunderBolt Cable?

  • @harfad2
    @harfad2 6 лет назад

    Hi Warren,
    Have you tried connecting it to usb c to hdmi adapter and see if can serve as a screen for nintendo switch. Appreciate if you try. Thanks 😀

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  6 лет назад

      Hmm, I don't have a USB-C to HDMI cable, but I've tried connecting directly with USB-C to USB-C, doesn't work.

    • @TheMusterionOfRock
      @TheMusterionOfRock 6 лет назад

      HDMI does not provide enough power

  • @CraftMojo777
    @CraftMojo777 6 лет назад

    Is it touchscreen?

  • @klgadgettv
    @klgadgettv  3 года назад

    4 years later, check out this portable 4K monitor we reviewed: ruclips.net/video/i23MS1pPD6A/видео.html

  • @anonimofied
    @anonimofied 2 года назад

    asus zen, amd zen its about time we see some hinduism technology

    • @klgadgettv
      @klgadgettv  2 года назад

      They used to do Taichi remember? Though that term can be found on ASRock lol.