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AOC I1601FWUX vs UPERFECT K118: Comparison
AOC I1601FWUX vs UPERFECT K118 response time compared
Expect a near tie. The closest thing to a difference is response time, AOC I1601FWUX 5 ms against UPERFECT K118 6ms. There is a split on connectivity as well, USB-C x1, USB downstream x1 on the AOC I1601FWUX versus USB-C , mini-HDMI on the UPERFECT K118. The weight figures are near enough to ignore, Approx. 0.6 kg on the AOC I1601FWUX versus Approx. 0.85 kg on the UPERFECT K118. They differ on stand too, Smart cover with kickstand on the AOC I1601FWUX versus Folio smart case with kickstand on the UPERFECT K118.
AOC I1601FWUX vs UPERFECT K118: which one fits your build
The AOC I1601FWUX suits buyers wanting a name-brand portable monitor at a mid-range price and travelers prioritizing thin, light builds, though it is the wrong buy for gamers wanting high refresh rate and buyers needing a built-in battery. Buy the UPERFECT K118 for budget travelers who specifically want a built-in battery and buyers priced out of ASUS or Lenovo battery models, though it is not built for daily heavy users wanting maximum durability and colour-critical creative work. It is the wrong buy for buyers wanting premium build and consistent color out of the box. 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 UPERFECT K118 (6.8/10): A budget-friendly way to get battery-powered portability without paying premium-brand prices.
Where the two are identical
Where they agree, they agree completely, resolution, refresh rate, panel type, screen size and hdr support included, so the decision does not turn on any of those. They match on 4 further specifications as well.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Adaptive Sync the same on the AOC I1601FWUX and UPERFECT K118?
It is. Both are listed at None, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- AOC I1601FWUX
- IPS
- UPERFECT K118
- IPS
Brand
- AOC I1601FWUX
- AOC
- UPERFECT K118
- UPERFECT
Model Number
- AOC I1601FWUX
- I1601FWUX
- UPERFECT K118
- K118
Screen Size
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 15.6 in
- UPERFECT K118
- 15.6 in
Resolution
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
- UPERFECT K118
- 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Aspect Ratio
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 16:9
- UPERFECT K118
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 60 Hz
- UPERFECT K118
- 60 Hz
Response Time
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 5 msBest
- UPERFECT K118
- 6ms (GtG)
Adaptive Sync
- AOC I1601FWUX
- None
- UPERFECT K118
- None
HDR Support
- AOC I1601FWUX
- No
- UPERFECT K118
- No
Curved
- AOC I1601FWUX
- No
- UPERFECT K118
- No
Series
- AOC I1601FWUX
- I1601FWUX
- UPERFECT K118
- K118
Color Gamut
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 100% sRGB
- UPERFECT K118
- 100% sRGB
Connectivity
- AOC I1601FWUX
- USB-C (DP Alt Mode) x1, USB downstream x1
- UPERFECT K118
- USB-C (single cable, DP Alt Mode + power), mini-HDMI
Weight
- AOC I1601FWUX
- Approx. 0.6 kgBest
- UPERFECT K118
- Approx. 0.85 kg
Stand
- AOC I1601FWUX
- Smart cover with kickstand
- UPERFECT K118
- Folio smart case with kickstand
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 6ms (GtG)).
Choose UPERFECT K118 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.
UPERFECT K118
6.8 / 10 Expert Rating
A budget-friendly way to get battery-powered portability without paying premium-brand prices.