Product Comparison: ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC vs ASUS MB169B+


General Specifications
Brand
ASUS
ASUS
Model
ZenScreen MB16AC
MB169B+
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Designed for portability, the 15.6” Full HD IPS ZenScreen MB16AC USB monitor features the world’s first hybrid signal solution. The MB16AC easily slides into briefcases to become the ideal travel companion for laptops to maximize work efficiency and simplicity.
The 15.6-inch MB169B+ portable USB-powered monitor needs just one USB cable for both its video signal and power to deliver up to a Full HD resolution. Thanks to the higher bandwidth of USB 3.0, experience fast, fluid images from your connected device.
Key Specs
Screen Size
15.6 in.
15.6 in.
Resolution
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Response Time
5 ms
25 ms
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
60 Hz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC Full HD IPS Monitor
  • Same footprint as a 15" MacBook Pro. Great resolution and color.
  • The resolution is really great, tons and tons of screen real estate, awesome picture, great colors, I could go on and on about this thing, it's incredible!
  • The resolution is full 1080p which is far better than what I've used in the past.
  • This portable screen has exceeded my expectations it is thin and the resolution is great.
  • This screen works flawlessly. Amazing resolution.
ASUS MB169B+ Full HD IPS Monitor
  • The 1080p resolution and IPS panel both make it look great, and brightness is very good.
  • Resolution is good, and I can see good color and detail subtleties in my photos that I can't on the built in screen.
  • What I really like is that the screen size and resolution exactly matches my laptop.
  • The resolution and color are great.
  • The resolution is good, the screen is clear and it's an excellent monitor for office work on the road.
Size & Weight
Material
Plastic
Plastic
Color
Black
Black
Height
8.91 in.
9.29 in.
Width
14.16 in.
14.92 in.
Depth
0.31 in.
0.33 in.
Weight
1.72 pounds
1.76 pounds
Display
Display Type
LCD
LCD
Panel Type
IPS
IPS
Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:9
Contrast Ratio
800:1
700:1
Brightness
220 cd/m²
200 cd/m²
Color Supported
262K
262K
View Angle Vertical
178 °
160 °
View Angle Horizontal
178 °
160 °
Curved Display
No
No
Anti-Glare
No
No
What customers say about "Display"
ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC Full HD IPS Monitor
  • The display quality is beautiful. It's not quite retina but it is close.
  • The mirror function works great and the colors are reproduced faithfully.
  • No issues- no dead pixels, no color issues at all- just perfect!
  • Color looks good, better than the laptop its connected to.
  • Great monitor. Colors are vibrant and text is crisp.
ASUS MB169B+ Full HD IPS Monitor
  • Great IPS quality display with good contrast and high 1080P resolution.
  • The color is pretty good. Great monitor.
  • Screen auto-tilt function works well. Viewable from all angles.
  • No monitor calibration; would have been helpful to calibrate this display for better color correction / contrast.
  • Bad Contrast, you can't see box shadows and whites are washed out.
Features
Type
Portable
Portable
Touch Screen
No
No
Build-in speaker
No
No
Built-In Webcam
No
No
TV Tuner
No
No
Pivot Function
Yes
Yes
VESA-compatible
No
No
Extras
QuickFit modes, GamePlus, Low Blue Light, HDCP support, Auto-rotate, Blue light filter, Flicker-free Technology, Slim Design, Super Narrow Bezel Design
Slim Design, EzLink technology, Auto-rotate, ASUS Smart Case, Blue light filter
What customers say about "Features"
ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC Full HD IPS Monitor
  • Easy to use adjustment settings directly on the device.
  • Sturdy and low-profile magnetic cover very similar to the covers you can get for Android tablets and iPads.
  • Solid metal/plastic construction.
  • Smart design makes this display very portable and flexible.
  • Doesn't have the ability to auto-rotate on MacOS.
ASUS MB169B+ Full HD IPS Monitor
  • It's perfect picture/color and sleek design.
  • The carrying case/stand is good for carrying.
  • It's great so far! It's got all the features i need and was easy to get set up.
  • Plastic bezel is flimsy and feels cheap.
  • The stand is awful. This monitor uses its carrying case as a stand.
Connectivity
Inputs
USB Type-C
USB 3.0
What customers say about "Connectivity"
ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC Full HD IPS Monitor
  • Power and image over USB-C, no need for a power-brick.
  • The first USB-C monitor that I've tried that worked without a hitch.
  • The USB Type-C was nice and i like how things are all matching that port.
  • Doesn't support HDMI input on the device.
  • A USB-C port on both sides would have made it more flexible in any tight coffee-shop or travel scenario.
ASUS MB169B+ Full HD IPS Monitor
  • I'm simply impressed. I connected it to my MS Book and it was literally plug and use.
  • Great monitor! Nice to only have one USB cord for both power and connection!
  • Connection cable/port is flimsy and it takes multiple disconnects and reconnects to finally get my Surface to recognize it.
  • USB connection on monitor should have had a better design so to not extend straight out.
  • The USB connection on the screen feels like the weak point.
Power
Wattage
8 Watts
7.5 Watts
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
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Manufacturer
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