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AOC I1601FWUX vs ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP: Comparison
AOC I1601FWUX vs ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP connectivity compared
They are built to different briefs, and connectivity shows it, AOC I1601FWUX USB-C x1, USB downstream x1 against ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP USB-C , micro-HDMI. Thickness is not the same on both, Approx. 4mm at thinnest point on the AOC I1601FWUX versus 9 mm on the ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP. Weight is closer, Approx. 0.6 kg on the AOC I1601FWUX versus 0.86 kg on the ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP. They differ on stand too, Smart cover with kickstand on the AOC I1601FWUX versus Foldable smart case / tripod socket on the ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP.
Who each one is for
The AOC I1601FWUX is the one to take for buyers wanting a name-brand portable monitor at a mid-range price and travelers prioritizing thin, light builds, though it is not built for gamers wanting high refresh rate and buyers needing a built-in battery. The ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP suits travelers who need a second screen without hunting for outlets and business users doing spreadsheet or email work on the go, though it is not the pick for photo or video editors needing wide color coverage and anyone wanting a high refresh rate for gaming. Avoid it for buyers who don't need the battery and want to save money on the plain MB16AC. Our rating of the AOC I1601FWUX (7.3/10): one of the thinnest, lightest 15.6-inch portable monitors around, from a brand with real panel-making pedigree. Our rating of the ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP (7.4/10): A dependable battery-powered portable monitor for travel and coffee-shop work, not a panel to get excited about.
Where the two are identical
Everything else lines up. Resolution, native resolution, refresh rate, max refresh rate and panel type read the same on both, so those are not worth weighing. They match on 13 further specifications as well.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Response Time the same on the AOC I1601FWUX and ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP?
It is. Both are listed at 5 ms, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- AOC I1601FWUX
- IPS
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- IPS
Brand
- AOC I1601FWUX
- AOC
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- ASUS
Model Number
- AOC I1601FWUX
- I1601FWUX
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- MB16AHP
Screen Size
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 15.6 in
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 15.6 in
Resolution
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Panel Technology
- AOC I1601FWUX
- IPS
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- IPS
Aspect Ratio
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 16:9
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 60 Hz
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 60 Hz
Response Time
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 5 ms
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 5 ms
Adaptive Sync
- AOC I1601FWUX
- None
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- None
HDR Support
- AOC I1601FWUX
- No
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- No
Curved
- AOC I1601FWUX
- No
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- No
Native Resolution
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 1920x1080
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 1920x1080
Screen Curvature
- AOC I1601FWUX
- Flat
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- Flat
Max Refresh Rate
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 60 Hz
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 60 Hz
Response Time GtG
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 5 ms
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 5 ms
SDR Brightness
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 220 nits
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 220 nits
Native Contrast Ratio
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 700:1
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 700:1
USB-C DP Alt Mode
- AOC I1601FWUX
- Yes
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- Yes
Series
- AOC I1601FWUX
- I1601FWUX
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- ZenScreen MB16AHP
Color Gamut
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 100% sRGB
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 100% sRGB
Connectivity
- AOC I1601FWUX
- USB-C (DP Alt Mode) x1, USB downstream x1
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- USB-C (DP Alt Mode), micro-HDMI
Thickness
- AOC I1601FWUX
- Approx. 4mm at thinnest point
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 9 mm
Weight
- AOC I1601FWUX
- Approx. 0.6 kgBest
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- 0.86 kg
Stand
- AOC I1601FWUX
- Smart cover with kickstand
- ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
- Foldable smart case / tripod socket
Which one should you pick?
Choose AOC I1601FWUX if you want the higher screen size (15.6 in vs 15.6 in), the higher refresh rate (60 Hz vs 60 Hz) and the lower response time (5 ms vs 5 ms).
Choose ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Verdict
AOC I1601FWUX
7.3 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the thinnest, lightest 15.6-inch portable monitors around, from a brand with real panel-making pedigree.
ASUS ZenScreen MB16AHP
7.4 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable battery-powered portable monitor for travel and coffee-shop work, not a panel to get excited about.