Consumercarts is reader-supported. Learn more
AUO B156ZAN05.1 vs BOE NV156QUM-N43: Comparison
AUO B156ZAN05.1 vs BOE NV156QUM-N43: the refresh rate difference
Start with refresh rate, because it is the widest measured gap between them: AUO B156ZAN05.1 120 Hz against BOE NV156QUM-N43 60 Hz, 50% in favour of AUO B156ZAN05.1. Panel part number is not the same on both, B156ZAN05.1 on the AUO B156ZAN05.1 versus NV156QUM-N43 on the BOE NV156QUM-N43. There is a split on equivalence set as well, p156-uhd-ips-40p-120hz-auo-a on the AUO B156ZAN05.1 versus p156-uhd-ips-40p-60hz-boe-a on the BOE NV156QUM-N43.
AUO B156ZAN05.1 vs BOE NV156QUM-N43: which one fits your build
Buy the AUO B156ZAN05.1 for premium creator laptop screen replacements needing 4K at 120Hz, though it is not the pick for chassis whose display controller only supports 60Hz. The BOE NV156QUM-N43 suits creator/workstation laptop screen replacements needing true 4K UHD, though it is not built for buyers on a budget who don't need 4K resolution.
What AUO B156ZAN05.1 and BOE NV156QUM-N43 have in common
Everything else lines up. Screen size, resolution, panel type, touchscreen and connector pins read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing. They match on 1 further specification as well.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Backlight the same on the AUO B156ZAN05.1 and BOE NV156QUM-N43?
It is. Both are listed at WLED, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Part Number
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- B156ZAN05.1
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- NV156QUM-N43
Manufacturer
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- AUO
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- BOE
Equivalence Set
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- p156-uhd-ips-40p-120hz-auo-a
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- p156-uhd-ips-40p-60hz-boe-a
Screen Size
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- 15.6 in
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- 15.6 in
Resolution
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- 3840x2160
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- 3840x2160
Panel Type
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- IPS
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- IPS
Refresh Rate
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- 120 HzBest
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- 60 Hz-50%
Touchscreen
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- No
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- No
Connector Pins
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- 40
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- 40
Backlight
- AUO B156ZAN05.1
- WLED
- BOE NV156QUM-N43
- WLED
Which one should you pick?
Choose AUO B156ZAN05.1 if you want the higher refresh rate (120 Hz vs 60 Hz).
Choose BOE NV156QUM-N43 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | AUO B156ZAN05.1 | BOE NV156QUM-N43 |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| LPScreen | View on LPScreen | |
| Newegg Business | View on Newegg Business |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.