ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor vs Yodoit PTM15

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The ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor scores 5.8/10 overall, ahead of the Yodoit PTM15 at 5.3/10.

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

The Yodoit PTM15 leads on sharpness for text.

They score the same on panel quality and connectivity and docking.

The biggest difference is refresh rate and motion, where the ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor scores 9/10 to the Yodoit PTM15's 4/10.

Arzopa Z1FC 16.1" 144Hz IPS Laptop Portable Monitor

ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor

5.8/10verdict: wait for deal

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

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Yodoit PTM15

5.3/10verdict: wait for deal

The Yodoit PTM15 is a 15.6-inch portable second screen for people who want to add a display to a laptop with a single USB-C cable. It suits anyone who reads terminals, logs, documents or dashboards and values a light, slim screen that is easy to carry. It is a poor fit for gaming, fixed desk setups or laptops without a USB-C port that supports video.

Typically about £49.97 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

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Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor	Yodoit PTM15
Panel quality	25%	6/10	6/10
Sharpness for text	20%	6/10	7/10
Connectivity and docking	20%	5/10	5/10
Ergonomics	15%	4/10	3/10
Refresh rate and motion	10%	9/10	4/10
Build and warranty	10%	6/10	5/10
Overall		5.8/10	5.3/10

Specifications

Spec	ARZOPA Z1FC 16.1 inch Portable Monitor	Yodoit PTM15
Screen size	16.1 inch	15.6 inches
Resolution	1920×1080 (Full HD)	1920×1080 (FHD)
Panel type	IPS	IPS
Refresh rate	144Hz	60 Hz
Inputs and USB-C	Two USB-C ports (USB 3.1) with PD power input and DisplayPort output, plus one mini HDMI 2.0 port	2× USB-C (one full-featured port for video and power), 1× Mini HDMI, 3.5 mm audio
Stand adjustment	Built-in stand supporting portrait and landscape use	Integrated kickstand; smart cover folds into stand positions
HDR	HDR10	not 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 ›

Yodoit PTM15

+ About 141 PPI gives fine detail on a small screen
+ One USB-C cable carries video and power on compatible devices
+ Owners describe it as light, slim and well built
− 60 Hz cap with no adaptive sync
− Kickstand offers limited angles
− Flicker or black screen without DP Alt Mode or power

Skip it if:

Gamers who want high refresh rates or adaptive sync.
Buyers who need height, swivel, pivot or VESA mounting.
Laptop users without a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode and no spare external power supply.

Read the full Yodoit PTM15 review ›

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