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ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor vs Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

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The Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor scores 6.3/10 overall, ahead of the ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor at 5.8/10.

The ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor leads on refresh rate and motion and build and warranty.

The Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor leads on panel quality and ergonomics.

They score the same on sharpness for text and connectivity and docking.

Arzopa Z1FC 16.1" 144Hz IPS Laptop Portable Monitor

ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor

5.8/10verdict: good, not the best

The Arzopa Z1FC is a 16.1-inch portable second screen for people who carry a laptop and want smoother motion than 60Hz. It suits general desk work, media and casual gaming over colour-critical jobs. It is a better fit for those who value 144Hz and portability than for those who want high resolution or accurate colour.

Typically about £99.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

6.3/10verdict: good, not the best

This is a 24 inch Full HD IPS monitor for people who want a clean screen with wide sRGB coverage on a small budget. It suits office desks, second screens and general home use where HDMI is enough. It is a poor fit for anyone who needs USB-C, DisplayPort or a stand that adjusts in height.

Typically about £74.97 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable MonitorPhilips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor
Panel quality25%6/108/10
Sharpness for text20%6/106/10
Connectivity and docking20%5/105/10
Ergonomics15%4/105/10
Refresh rate and motion10%9/108/10
Build and warranty10%6/105/10
Overall5.8/106.3/10

Specifications

SpecARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable MonitorPhilips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor
Screen size16.1 inch23.8 inch viewable (24 inch class)
Resolution1920×1080 (Full HD)1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Panel typeIPSIPS
Refresh rate144Hz120Hz (manufacturer figure; retailers list 100Hz)
Inputs and USB-CTwo USB-C ports (USB 3.1) with PD power input and DisplayPort output, plus one mini HDMI 2.0 portHDMI 1.4, VGA, 3.5 mm audio in/out, 2 x 2 W speakers
Stand adjustmentBuilt-in stand supporting portrait and landscape useTilt only; VESA 100x100 mount compatible
HDRHDR10not listed

Strengths and weaknesses

ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor

  • + 144Hz refresh rate, which owners say works as advertised
  • + Two USB-C ports with PD input and DisplayPort output
  • + Portable and light to carry, according to owners
  • − 1080p resolution is low for laptops with 2K or higher screens
  • − Owners report faded colour in strong light and weak colour accuracy
  • − Built-in stand only; no VESA mount or height adjustment listed

Skip it if:

  • Photo and video editors who need accurate colour
  • Anyone working in bright rooms or outdoors
  • Buyers who want a sharper-than-1080p image or a VESA mount
Read the full ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor review ›

Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

  • + IPS panel with 102% sRGB coverage
  • + 120Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync support
  • + VESA 100x100 mount compatible
  • − Stand only tilts
  • − No DisplayPort or USB-C input
  • − Text sharpness limited to 92.56 ppi

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want USB-C, DisplayPort or a USB hub for docking
  • Anyone who needs a stand with height, swivel or pivot adjustment
  • Users who read or code all day and want sharper text
Read the full Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor review ›

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