Is a 144Hz Portable Monitor Worth It? (Arzopa Review)
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- čas přidán 8. 06. 2024
- I love testing portable monitors, and I decided to try this 144Hz model from Arzopa to see if it will work as a gaming-focused option. The results were mixed, but it was a fun experiment to see what options exist out there.
More info here: www.arzopa.com
Arzopa 144Hz monitor: www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2PN9215?m...
Arzopa 60Hz monitor: amzn.to/3JlL7na
Portable monitor stand: amzn.to/3zU11SF
This was a review unit sent to me by the manufacturer. All opinions are my own, they did not see this review ahead of time, and no money was exchanged in any way.
Timestamps:
00:00 introduction
00:59 unboxing and impressions
03:00 setup and Xbox testing
05:14 Steam deck and handheld PC testing
07:14 Nintendo Switch testing
07:47 PS5 and gaming PC testing
09:41 summary (likes & dislikes)
11:20 conclusion
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#Xbox #SteamDeck #PCgaming - Hry
I can confirm this works with an Xbox Series X/S for 120 fps. You need to go to the "video fidelity & overscan" settings and change "overrides" to HDMI instead of automatic. You can then change the resolution and refresh rate to 1080p and 120Hz.
Imma remember this for when it arrives Sunday
@@SlumpNox just got it and seemed to have worked
@@abdelhammad5687 oh okay. Thank you so much for confirming that 🤙🏾
Yeah the guy making this video seems to be a total noob. I also seen the monitor seems to support FreeSync in the options. Wonder if it also supports 4k downsampling internally. Nothing the guy tried in the video. There is this video also which tells how you force stuff with the xbox: czcams.com/video/gR9WZXbUUq0/video.html
@@bestonyoutube w clutch man lmao 🤙🏾🔥
Update: Thanks to feedback, here is how to enable 120Hz on the Xbox: Go to Settings > General > TV and Display Options > Video Fidelity and Overscan > Display Overrides and set it to HDMI instead of Auto, which should give the option of now setting the resolution to 1080p and refresh rate to 120Hz.
MY ONLY QUESTION IS: HAVE YOU TRIED ANY 2.1 HDMI TO MICRO HDMI CABLE?
@@elhamratul I have a 2.1 mini HDMI to HDMI cable, and it didn't make a difference with the Xbox, as far as I can tell it provided no benefit over the HDMI cable that came in the box. HDMI 2.1 shouldn't be necessary, the signal is 1080p 120Hz that we're shooting for, which has been available since HDMI 1.4.
@watchmejumpstart there is no relevant information in the booklet, the only setting that could potential affect refresh rate is FREESYNC and that didn't affect the refresh rate. It is possible to adjust the refresh rate on the Steam Deck while in desktop mode, so you could theoretically browse the desktop experience in 144Hz, but it will stay at 60Hz while in game mode.
@Retro Game Corps what portable monitor do you recommend?
SEE that's what I was going to suggest, FREESYNC on might be how they hid it. Try OCR/DCR (Can't read it on screen), that's the over clock feature, though you might need a wall outlet since that might pull the full 15W.
I didn't know affordable, quality portable displays were a thing! More reviews, please!
There are literally tons of them
@@primus711 literally literally? or literally literally?
I didn’t know either, lmao. I’ve been looking for all sorts of ways to use a larger screen for steamdeck at work. Thought I could do it with iPad but it isn’t setup to receive video, only output. Tried my laptop, same problem and I don’t want to have to hook up a capture card and a dock and a separate charger for steamdeck and my laptop charger, too much cordage.
despite not liking the product yourself, you've convinced me to buy it (especially since at the time of writing this it was on sale for $120 for me), sign of a great reviewer.
Great review!! Thanks for your support, and we will carefully read suggestions in the comments section.❤
So what is the problem with the refresh rate then?
@@martinrakovicky1189 judging by the fact that the PS5 put out 120hz, it seems like the problem is how the Xbox/Steam Deck handle external monitors.
This likely just means the EDID handshake information on the monitor (the thing that tells the Xbox and other devices what display modes, res and hz, the monitor supports) isn’t set up correctly by the manufacturer. It’s a software shortcoming, basically. It could likely be fixed by a patch. If a PC can get the correct resolution and refresh rate but other devices can’t then this is very likely the issue.
Hopefully they included a way for consumers to patch it at home.
whats the response time on this monitor? thanks
I've had lots of issues with here monitors from stuck/dead pixels to screen bleed and blotchy white spots on 5 different ones. Finally went with a little more well known brand view sonic and arrived perfectly.
So the same thing happened with my 4k 120Hz TV. I have both the Series S and Series X, and for both the Xboxs said that my TV is not capable of those outputs. I had to go to the Xbox's display settings and reset everything to default, and then select a resolution mode.
By default, the Xbox tries to output at the highest resolution possible which in most cases will hinder its refresh rate. Sometimes you have to choose the "I want 120Hz and I do not care if it is 1080p" option.
Does youre tv has hdmi 2.1?
@@martindescoteaux9288 yeah, i used a 2.1 cable in the hdmi 2.1 port. I literally just had to adjust my xbox settings because with new TVs it auto outputs at some weird resolution until you change it
So does it work now with 120 fps?
Well Russ here is another review you have done that has led to me buying a product. I'm very happy with it and a year on got it alot cheaper on Amazon UK. Ideal just as a second screen for my laptop and for podcast notes🤘
I love my NexDock 360 for this exact reason, but then again I use samsung phones, nintendo switch and soon a steamdeck so it fits everything perfectly
Funny you should mention that, I am testing one of those right now :)
Perfect for travel with itx build
Used to lugg around my 15" anmite and k39 on my superbike
This seems cool to bring along when i fly
Did you try the X Box with Freesync activated on the monitor? That sometimes "fixes" Xbox's pickiness with high refresh rates monitors.
Hi, yeah I swapped that toggle with all the tested units and it didn't affect Xbox or Steam Deck.
I have a pc built into a formd t1 case, which is a sub 10L case. Powerful, yet compact. This might be a perfect monitor for my pc
7:48 THIS made me buy this on Amazon. I wanted a good screen to take my PS5 on trips. THANK YOU for confirming 120hz support!!!
Is was worth it?
Hello, I am going to give you good news, I just bought this monitor and an S series and yes, you can put it at 120fps and the X series that I have too. Take note. Settings/tv and display options/video fidelity and overscan/hdmi overrides and selects. You go back and select, Resolution 1080p and below in update frequency 120fps. It also accepts 1440 60 FPS
I'd love to see you test this with a walksnail hd system. I'm in the market for a monitor I can use for others to watch my fpv flights, live. The goggles/vVRX can output up to 120hz. Powering it by ac/DC isn't an issue, just having a nice display that will simply display the 1080p/120/90/60fps output from the VRX
I made that too complicated for the simple question it was. I'm not drinking on a Monday anymore. 😎👉👉
It has good weight distribution, so it won't fall over and you don't need a lot of space behind it in order to keep it upright.
My 4k 120hz tv wasn’t recognized by Xbox for that refresh rate until my tv got an update 2 months later and boom, I was able to get play on that. Might have a compatible issue from the monitor
Did you try to set the xbox to 120hz first in settings? There are multiple videos on youtube to watch on how to do it. Because this was my problem aswell
Will this work with the Xbox series X playing call of duty? Or is it too small? Thanks for the review.
This is great! I have a ps5, already use it on 120 and 144hz displays, but not for my in bed setup (yes I move my ps5 around a lot). And I also have a dual monitor 144hz laptop setup, looking to expand to a third
How do you get the PS5 to find 120 fps and 144hz display? Did you use a different HDMI and power adapter/cord that's not the ones that came with the monitor?
@@caliking6717 hmm. I’m gonna clarify myself. I can only use 1 display at a time on PS5, like everyone else. I have an HDMI 2.1 cable that connects from the PS5 to my TV or monitor. Then, I can enable 120fps in the PS5 settings. I do not have a portable monitor so my only power source is from the typical wall outlets. - using the same power cables that shipped with each product.
I just bought the monitor and actually found the solution. you need to FORCE hdmi signal I'm advanced video settings. it will then swap to 480p, then go back and select 120hz refresh rate. Boom, freesync is unavailable but you still got the 120hz refresh rate 💯
Hi! I can't get PS5 to run 120hz on the same monitor, what's the different cable or settings do you set/use from things out of box?
The PS5 won't let me enable anything higher than 720p 60hz on this monitor.
Any suggestions?
I'm curious. Does it handle low refresh rates well like 24 - 45fps. Or do you get awful ghosting and screen tearing. You can probably test this out by playing a game you struggle with on your handhelds. Or just try cyberpunk at a higher graphics setting.
Or just use Blur Busters UFO Motion Tests
I'm curious if it can pull off 144Hz but at lower resolutions, seen that marketing trick used a few times by other brands.
Hey Russ, I am big fan of your channel, just wanted to say that first haha. I am starting to get into these portable monitors and I was hoping to ask a quick question about this one. I wanted to confirm that if you turn off or unplug this monitor, that it will save the settings (i.e. brightness, contrast, colour,) and not reset it to its original default settings. My friend had a portable monitor he got for fairly cheap (ingnok 15") and it does this which I can see being a problem if your use case involves you having to unplug it even once or more a day. Any help is appreciated, thanks again!
Connecting an Atari VCS (2021 PC) to this would be fantastic. I play Dreamcast on my Atari VCS every day. This monitor and my Atari in a little bag for work trips would be sweet!
Would love to see some oled ones at decent price
Just got mine for my switch, it works great
Have you tried going to video fidelity & overscan and select auto detect? It could possibly work.
Does this provide the necessary 45W to charge the steamdeck when connected to the wall?
Before buying this , why do I keep seeing comments saying what cable did you use to play ps5 on 144hz or 120hz ? I have a ps5 and I want to be able to know how it can run on that ?….how come there having trouble with the ps5 with this monitor ?
glad i saw u video was specifically buying this for xbox i do have gaming laptop so extending would be nice and to use for switch phone ect.. sad it doesn't hit the 120hz dealbreaker considering it costs over $300 Canadian currently 2023-01-18 it is on sale for $250 not sure where ur finding it for $140
I bought this same monitor for my Steam Deck recently. Though I wasn’t able to go more than 60hz in SteamOS, I was able to do so in Desktop Mode, just gotta adjust the display settings and increase it to 144hz.
Does this monitor handle 40hz refresh rate?
Yeah… idk why you need to goto desktop mode first. Valve needs to patch this ASSP
Have you tried running games at 1080p 144hz without plugging it in externally (just using the SteamDeck to power both)? How fast does it eat the SteamDeck battery? could it last at least 80min?
I have a 100hz monitor but when I apply the setting then go on tf2 in game mode for example and look to see the hz info 4 mode and it stills shows 60hz
Just switch screen option on XBOX to just HDMI - > then to 1080P and the refresh rate 120HZ will be an option and then you are good to go with 120 HZ. Other option is higher resolution but then refresh goes to 60 HZ, but 120 hz is an option 100% on XBOX s/x.
I know this video is old but I have gotten the steam deck to go beyond 60 fps on this monitor using a jsaux dock and the included hdmi cord. Be advised the hdmi cord included is special in the connectors so you will want to use it......
nice. i've been thinking about repurposing my 15 year old 13 in vga lcd monitor to use as a 2nd monitor for my mini pc but now i think this would be a better option...wish it was a touchscreen though.
could it be that you need to use wall power for 144hz?
Negative, unfortunately the power source doesn't affect the refresh rate.
Buen video, parece una compra excelente
after playing around the PC NVIDIA Control panel settings, i realize in order to achieve 144Hz refresh rate, u have to downgrade ur resolution to meet the goal. Probably that why u not getting 120Hz for different types of devices.
What cord did you use for the ps5 so it can be played at 120hz???
if you have portable PC (like Beelink, minisforum, topton) you will actually achieve laptop-like solution with such portable monitor. The huge bonus of the miniPC over the laptop is the full set of outputs (which otherwise can be cured with docking station i.e. $250 i.e. notsogood). So for MiniPC it is easier to get a normal fullsize PC videocard in use (with normal PSU of course) ... as result in your place you have fully functional PC, but you can bring it somewhere just like laptop. Almost, but yeah. Another big (+) nowadays (super high electricity prices) is: you can use the miniPC when browsing/filming/etc and turn on the full power only when gaming. Which stands for 20-50W most of the time. Coz gaming laptop (with additional videochip) and full desktop PC can't go under 150W actually ... even when browsing the modern browsers are using the videocard, so it consumes power all the time ... All in all, we are living in interesting times, hehe. Thz for the vid, I am considering a 4K display from this company.
There's no reason you can't use it @144hz with aya neo, might be it needs wall power. Portable solution done.
Did I miss you testing the Xbox or PC using external power?
I was thinking the same thing. I don’t even think he read the directions. It could be as simple as one missed step.
Yes, I tested everything in multiple use cases, including external power with each device, and it didn't affect the refresh rate.
I just got my A1 Gamut model and it's all great BESIDES- the speakers absolutely don't work (very choppy, can't even hear words). As a matter of fact, it'll freeze all pages including on my MacBook. Also, it won't let me adjust the brightness; either the shortcut method on the side, or in the actual settings.. anyone else having these issues?
Might also be a limitation of the USB data throughput. Its a usb A on one end.
So I’m having an issue with the switch. I plugged it into the monitor everything works fine. It shows that the switch it charging but the battery life is draining. Am i doing something wrong?
Hi
My Arzopa monitor is flashing in colors and not showing the image. Sometimes when I disconnect it it works, but after a couple of seconds is off again. Does any of you have an idea why is this happening?
how did you manage to get it to run 144hrtz for the ps5
How can you see all those options to sat the monitor? I just can see brightness and volume
I got a 4K QLED monitor I use with my laptop, handheld PC and my switch... Pretty much goes everywhere with me.
I have a question. If it's 144hz in the settings in right down why it's written 60 hz?
With the stand, you put it on wrong. The ad shows it the others way to where it is sitting on the flap and it sticks out in front of the screen
How the input lag? Like when you play competitively like COD warzone or a shooter that needs quick very fast input
Looks a fairly solid device
Hi, is it possible to connect the Steam Deck OLED to this screen without a dock? Thanks
That's a real bummer about the Xbox and Steam Deck. I have the Asus XG16 and it runs at 120hz no problem on my series x, but it's quite a bit more expensive (about $280 when on sale). I could also get 144hz on the Steam Deck in desktop mode, but doesn't look like the OS supports it in gaming mode yet.
Ah that's good to hear re: desktop mode working, but yeah kind of moot if it's not in game mode yet.
Just to clarify, does 120hz work on this monitor via steam deck when in desktop mode? I want to buy it to play fps on steam deck and I have a mouse and keyboard so playing in desktop mode isn't an issue... thanks
@collecttcg1122 I was originally talking about the Asus XG16, but I also have the Arzopa now which I bought for my girlfriend's Steam Deck. I can confirm 144hz works in both desktop mode and gaming mode now. Valve has since updated Steam OS to support higher refresh rates in gaming mode. Hope that helps.
@KeyJOSH8 that's great to hear, thanks for the speedy reply, do you connect the monitor to the deck via hdmi or USB c? Thanks again
@collecttcg1122 No problem! Either will work, but if you're going through a dock, just be sure it supports 144hz at 1080p first.
Question which one the best portable monitor I can buy for my steam deck and Xbox series x???
I believe you have to run games from Steam Deck desktop mode to get it to output atv144hz
Hi I bought this monitor, I have an Xbox series x and to power this monitor which cable should I use to connect to the console? Is one cable enough or do you also need the power supply?
I am curious why I am getting a NO SIGNAL error in my Arzopa.
En la Xbox Series tienes que poner en HDMI en vez de en Recomendado en la configuración.
Y ya puedes ponerlo a 120 fps sin problema. Lo he comprobado por mi mismo.
Thanks that works🎉
para este monitor? que juegos has jugado a 120 fps ?
@@CesarFerrer Jugué con mi Series X al Gears V, Mad Max y al Star Wars Battlefront II. Pocos hay pero aún jugando el resto a 60 fps, al tener un milisegundo de tiempo de respuesta es increíble la diferencia del resto de monitores.
a mi no me sale la opcion de fps y tampoco me deja poner en1080p, solo esta a 720 p por hdmi, y en ps5 me pasa lo mismo y en switch, pero lo curioso que en pc con el mismo cable que viene hdmi si va a 1080p? me han dado el cable hdmi defectuoso?
This might be a moot point but what about using the USBC to HDMI adapter maybe you can only get 120 through the USBC cord from the Xbox?
The Xbox Series S doesn't have a USB-C port, so I'm not able to provide a video signal from the Xbox other than through the HDMI output. You wouldn't be able to use a USB-C adapter from the HDMI port into a USB-C port on the monitor, that's not how those signals behave. So the HDMi option is the only choice in this context, it's just not showing a high refresh rate. I have a high refresh rate monitor for my main monitor and it shows 120Hz just fine from my Xbox via HDMI.
For sure a PS5 is not as portable as I would like, but it's nice to see that the screen works really well anyways! Thanks for making this review!
Can it use the 120 fps mode?
@@Avantaie I’m trying to figure out how to run 120 on it now. I just got it today.
Bro did you fix it? @@itsKels757
I'm thinking about using this as a secondary for my laptop
There's a setting that you go into in the Xbox series as to force 120 frames because I had the same problem with my monitor with my Xbox series s
Just search how to get 120 frames on Xbox series s
p.s. you most probably won't see this
A brand I've never heard of before but will never forget... ArseЖопа
I am pretty sure he attached the stand incorrectly. The image on amazon looks like its should stick out from the bottom.?
Its correct
The magnetic stand its very good in the correct position
I just bought one. I don’t know if I could turn up the volume and then for some reason why I play call of duty my screen goes black for a few seconds but right now I’m playing GTA. I’m not having any issues. Just the volume is kind of low.
There are other China brands like Uperfect, Zeuslap etc. also at interesting pricepoints from warehouse that is within your region.
Any recommendation for Portable Monitor with good or real HDR?
You know, this got me thinking: what if someone made a laptop-like dock for the SteamDeck?
There is one, and I'm working on it right now!
Perfect for camping or installing in your vehicle
Is there a portable 1440p 120hz monitor out there?? That is the only resolution Xbox will do 120hz with unless you have a series X that does 4k.
I'd imagine using it with a very small mini-ITX pc would be amazing since they're very portable
I got scared a bit in the bigining. I orderd one alredy. For laptop secundery screen and for my ps5. Hopefully going to be good for me. THX for the video :)
Thanks a lot!
am i able to charge the steam deck with the portable monitor or no?
I pre-purchased a MINISFORM NUCXi7 - that's why I am looking for a portable 144 Hz monitor ;)
seems perfect if you're traveling with a mini pc or SFFPC
Can you run the Arzopa using only hdmi to the another monitor to power?
You could try a USB type C to HDMI for the Xbox to see if it work.
were you able to power the monitor on the xbox usb 3.0 port?
I’m thinking of using this to stream my ps5 through my pc. Will this work?
Can someone help me? I just want to play sims without having to buy a computer or xbox and i just wanna use a mini pc, can it still worl like that?
This is currently available for $70, i will get it today, thanks!
you can get 120hz for xbox seriesX/S you just have to override in display settings to HDMI
you need to get a hdmi adapter that tricks the console into thingking it has a compatible 120hz monitor connected, then 120hz will work on series s and the deck
Like what
Hi can i use a 65w power bank to the portable monitor?
Do any of the portable monitors you’ve reviewed support the 40hz refresh rate? Might be something worth covering in the future 😋
Why do you want 40HZ?
@@sladehunter A lot of newer games on Steam Deck can only go up to roughly 40FPS consistently. Most can't reach a consistent 60FPS. So 40FPS will allow you to get a reasonable locked frame rate for most newer Steam Deck games instead of settling for only 30FPS. So 40Hz options are great for people who intend to use it with Steam Deck.
I just bought this monitor and I can get 144Hz to work on HDMI using the supplied cables. I Use a 150w GAN charger and a 100w rated hub. The menu on the monitor says it's pulling 12v from the PD while at 1920x1080@144Hz.
However, I cannot get USBC video to work with either USBC hub. Not even after giving it 1 USBC as power and one as video. I can connect directly to the Steam Deck. When I do that, the refresh and brightness drop and the menu shows 1920x1080@60Hz and 5w of PD. Oh and the Steam Deck shows a different name for the monitor in display settings (Synaptics Inc Non-PNP). I think that my USBC hubs don't allow enough power through the USBC video out port. I tested this by supplying power via the HUB's USBA port. Through HDMI and power from the USBA port I can only get 60Hz,,,, So power is definitely a factor. 7v will get you 144Hz
SteamOS does not support 144hz. Go to desktop mode and be happy. I have that same monitor, it runs on 144hz on desktop mode. Steam is working on steamos to run on that refresh rate on next update
You can get this screen working with series S and steam deck 120 hz but it takes some fidgeting in the settings.
How do you do it for steam deck? Thanks
my plan with this was to have an all in one pc ! meaning i was gonna mount the monitor inside my pc instead of carrying my 27'' screen
good thing i bought the 60hz one, as these monitors like to boast a lot of things but when you get them a lot of things are amiss, such as 100 sgbr gamut, when this one puts out 71%
Hey man how did u connect your ps5 to the monitor ive been tryint and it doesnt detect the signal for whatever reason
I believe u need to use the usb c input for it to work on 120hz
4 months down the line, I can confirm the steam deck works perfectly with this monitor at 120hz 👍🏻
Is there Freesync support?
@Allen Cabreros happy to report the freesync is well and truly on point 👍🏻
Awesome that’s great to hear. I might buy this monitor for my SDeck then, thanks to you. Did you do anything to the settings? Or just plug and play?
@Ryan Ryan it's worth the asking price, the freesync range on this is actually better than most expensive monitors in my experience. Really impressive, you'll have to turn the brightness on the monitor to around 85 and turn saturation up a bit.
Make sure it's set to 120hz/1080p output in the steam deck settings, also change the output resolution from auto to 1080p in individual game settings.
I'd also say you're best with a 30w power supply, tho one included wasn't quite up to snuff as it restarted the monitor when ramping up settings and turning the volume up past 50%. Fine once the power delivery was increased though
All in all, it's a bargain 👍🏻
@@kabl00muk94 that’s awesome. Appreciate the tips, mate. I have a few power bricks around so will definitely give this more juice. Thank you once again. Will purchase this monitor now. I see a good price for the 15.6inch.
What is the input delay? I'm looking for something sub 5ms
Is there a way to charge the steam deck while using the monitor