Nowadays, many laptops come with USB-C ports that can handle video and audio output, making it easy to connect directly to a portable monitor. But to know if your laptop is truly compatible, you’ll need to check what kind of USB-C port it actually ha

<p>Nowadays, many laptops come with USB-C ports that can handle video and audio output, making it easy to connect directly to a portable monitor. But to know if your laptop is truly compatible, you&#x2019;ll need to check what kind of USB-C port it actually has.</p><p>Besides USB-C, are there other ways to connect? And what else might affect whether your laptop works well with a portable monitor?</p><h2 id="check-laptop-port-compatibility"><span style="color: rgb(0, 157, 255);">Check Laptop Port Compatibility</span></h2><h3 id="about-usb-c-ports">About USB-C Ports</h3><p>To connect a portable monitor using a USB-C cable, ensure your laptop meets the following one of the interface conditions:&#xA0;</p><ul class="decimal_type"><li>Thunderbolt 3 &amp; 4</li><li>USB4</li><li>&#xA0;Full Feature USB-C (USB 3.0+DisplayPort 1.4 + Power Delivery)</li></ul><p>Some laptops may only use USB-C for charging (PD) without video output, so verify compatibility via your device&#x2019;s manual or official sources (e.g., www.epey.com, a Turkish reference site). A quicker way is to check the table below to see if your laptop has Thunderbolt 3/4 or USB4.</p><style>
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</style><table class="device-table"><thead><tr><th>Model</th><th>Screen</th><th>TB3/TB4</th><th>USB 4.0</th><th>Updated</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Asus Zenbook S 14</td><td>14.0&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2024</td></tr><tr><td>Apple MacBook Air M3 (15.3 Inch 2024)</td><td>15.3&#x2033;</td><td>TB3</td><td>Yes</td><td>2024</td></tr><tr><td>MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio A14</td><td>17.0&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2024</td></tr><tr><td>MSI Raider 18 HX A14V</td><td>18.0&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>Yes</td><td>2024</td></tr><tr><td>MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio A14Vx</td><td>17.0&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2024</td></tr><tr><td>Casper Excalibur G911</td><td>16.0&#x201C;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2024</td></tr><tr><td>HP OMEN Gaming 16-wf0015nt</td><td>16.1&#x201C;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2024</td></tr><tr><td>HP OMEN Gaming 16-wf0031nt</td><td>16.1&#x201C;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2024</td></tr><tr><td>Acer Swift Go 14</td><td>14.0&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>Yes</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Acer TravelMate P6 14</td><td>14.0&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>Yes</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Asus TUF Gaming F15 (2023)</td><td>15.6&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Asus Vivobook 16X</td><td>15.6&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Asus ZenBook Pro 14 Duo</td><td>14.5&quot;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Asus ExpertBook B9</td><td>14.0&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Asus Zenbook 14</td><td>14.0&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Asus Zenbook DUO</td><td>14.0&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Asus Zenbook S 13</td><td>13.3&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Apple MacBook Pro M3 Pro (16.2 Inch 2024)</td><td>16.2&#x2033;</td><td>TB4</td><td>No</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Apple MacBook Air M3</td><td>13.6&#x2033;</td><td>TB3</td><td>Yes</td><td>2023</td></tr><tr><td>Apple MacBook Air M3</td><td>14.2&#x2033;</td><td>TB3</td><td>Yes</td><td>2023</td></tr></tbody></table><p>To check more laptop, click on <a href="https://uperfect.com/blogs/wikimonitor/laptops-with-thunderbolt-3-or-4" target="_blank">Laptops With Thunderbolt 3 or 4</a>.</p><h3 id="hdmi-connection">HDMI Connection</h3><p>You can check if your laptop has an HDMI port. When using HDMI cable, the portable monitor will need a separate power source.&#xA0;</p><p>Since HDMI doesn&apos;t carry touch signals, if you&apos;ve purchased a touchscreen portable monitor, you&apos;ll also need to connect it with a USB-A to USB-C cable to enable touch&#xA0;functionality. Of course, UPERFECT includes all the necessary cables, so no need to worry.</p><h2 id="check-laptop-system-compatibility"><span style="color: rgb(0, 157, 255);">Check Laptop System Compatibility</span></h2><p>Generally, many laptop systems are compatible with our monitors. We have listed some of the most common compatible systems.</p><style>
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</style><table class="device-table"><thead><tr><th>Operating System</th><th>Compatibility</th><th>Remarks</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Windows 10 / 11</td><td>&#x2705; Fully compatible</td><td>Supports plug-and-play, extended display, touch input (if applicable)</td></tr><tr><td>macOS (Big Sur and later)</td><td>&#x2705; Mostly compatible</td><td>Video output works; touch input limited to two-point (macOS limitation)</td></tr><tr><td>ChromeOS</td><td>&#x2705; Generally compatible</td><td>Video output usually works; touch support depends on device</td></tr><tr><td>Linux (e.g., Ubuntu, Fedora)</td><td>&#x2705; Generally compatible</td><td>Video output works; resolution and display settings may need manual adjustment</td></tr></tbody></table><h2 id="related-articles"><span style="color: rgb(0, 157, 255);">Related Articles</span></h2><ul><li><a href="https://help.uperfect.com/en-US/do-i-have-a-full-feature-usb-type-c-port-576562" target="_blank">Do I have a Full Feature USB Type-C port?</a></li><li><a href="https://help.uperfect.com/en-US/use-one-usb-c-cable-to-connect-portable-monitor-566547" target="_blank">Use one USB-C cable to connect portable monitor</a></li><li>&#xA0;<a href="https://help.uperfect.com/en-US/no-signal-troubeshooting-for-laptops-564889" target="_blank">No Signal Troubeshooting for Laptops</a></li></ul>

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Some smartphones support video output through USB-C, allowing direct connection to a monitor without an adapter. Not sure if your phone supports it or needs an adapter? This guide will help you find out. The following smartphones feature a USB-C port

<p>Some smartphones support video output through USB-C, allowing direct connection to a monitor without an adapter. Not sure if your phone supports it or needs an adapter? This guide will help you find out.</p><h2 id="direct-usb-c-connection-smartphones-with-video-output-support"><span style="color: rgb(0, 157, 255);">Direct USB-C Connection (Smartphones with Video Output Support)</span></h2><p id="isPasted">The following smartphones feature a USB-C port with video output capability and can connect directly to portable monitors for a true plug-and-play experience.</p><p>These devices typically support USB 3.1 or higher and can output video directly through their USB-C ports, making them fully compatible with portable monitors. And, a wide range of smartphones, including both older and newer models, support wired video output through DisplayPort Alt Mode via USB Type-C.</p><style>
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</style><table class="device-table"><thead><tr><th>Device name</th><th>Desktop Mode</th><th>Device type</th><th>Operating system</th><th>Release date</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Apple iPhone 16</td><td rowspan="4" style="text-align: center;">-</td><td rowspan="4" style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td rowspan="4" style="text-align: center;">iOS</td><td rowspan="4" style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Apple iPhone 16 Plus</td></tr><tr><td>Apple iPhone 16 Pro</td></tr><tr><td>Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max</td></tr><tr><td>Asus ROG Phone 8</td><td rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;">ASUS Professional Dock for HDMI, Ethernet, USB functionality, built-in experimental desktop mode</td><td rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro</td></tr><tr><td>Huawei Pocket 2</td><td style="text-align: center;">Easy Projection</td><td style="text-align: center;">foldable phablet</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Motorola Edge 50 Pro</td><td style="text-align: center;">Motorola&apos;s Ready For</td><td style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Honor Magic V3</td><td style="text-align: center;">-</td><td style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Honor Magic Vs3</td><td style="text-align: center;">-</td><td style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Honor Magic6 Pro (BVL-N49)</td><td style="text-align: center;">-</td><td style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Honor Magic6 Ultimate</td><td style="text-align: center;">-</td><td style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Samsung Galaxy S24</td><td rowspan="3" style="text-align: center;">Samsung DeX</td><td rowspan="3" style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td rowspan="3" style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td rowspan="3" style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Samsung Galaxy S24+</td></tr><tr><td>Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra</td></tr><tr><td>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6</td><td style="text-align: center;">Samsung DeX</td><td style="text-align: center;">foldable phablet</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Sharp Aquos R9</td><td style="text-align: center;">-</td><td style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Sony Xperia 1 VI</td><td style="text-align: center;">-</td><td style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Vivo X100s Pro</td><td style="text-align: center;">-</td><td style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr><tr><td>Nubia Red Magic 9S Pro</td><td style="text-align: center;">-</td><td style="text-align: center;">smartphone</td><td style="text-align: center;">Android</td><td style="text-align: center;">2024</td></tr></tbody></table><p>To check out more smartphones, click on <a href="https://uperfect.com/blogs/wikimonitor/list-of-smartphones-with-displayport-alt-mode" target="_blank">List of Smartphones with DisplayPort Alt Mode</a>.</p><h2 id="smartphones-that-require-an-adapter"><span style="color: rgb(0, 157, 255);">Smartphones That Require an Adapter</span></h2><p>For smartphones that do not natively support video output (such as most iPhones and some older Android models), you can still connect to UPERFECT monitors using:</p><p>Adapter Connection: Use a lightning-to-HDMI adapter for iPhones or USB-C-to-HDMI adapters for Android devices to convert the signal for the monitor. The easiest way is to buy a <a href="https://uperfect.com/products/hdmi-to-lightning-cable">3-in-1 adapter</a>, because it has three connection interfaces that can be freely switched to mirror IOS/Micro USB/Type-C cellphone to your monitor.</p><p>Wireless Casting: Utilize a wireless HDMI transmitter or a wireless display adapter for screen mirroring.</p><p>Please note that using adapters or wireless connections might affect image quality or cause a slight input delay. Choose the method that best suits your usage needs. And the above two methods are only in copy mode instead of extension.</p><h2 id="related-articles"><span style="color: rgb(0, 157, 255);">Related Articles</span></h2><p><a href="https://help.uperfect.com/en-US/no-signal-troubeshooting-for-smartphones-565063">No Signal Troubeshooting for Smartphones</a></p>

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