Use Laptop with portable monitorUpdated 8 days ago
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 has.
Besides USB-C, are there other ways to connect? And what else might affect whether your laptop works well with a portable monitor?
Check Laptop Port Compatibility
About USB-C Ports
To connect a portable monitor using a USB-C cable, ensure your laptop meets the following one of the interface conditions:
- Thunderbolt 3 & 4
- USB4
- Full Feature USB-C (USB 3.0+DisplayPort 1.4 + Power Delivery)
Some laptops may only use USB-C for charging (PD) without video output, so verify compatibility via your device’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.
| Model | Screen | TB3/TB4 | USB 4.0 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asus Zenbook S 14 | 14.0″ | TB4 | No | 2024 |
| Apple MacBook Air M3 (15.3 Inch 2024) | 15.3″ | TB3 | Yes | 2024 |
| MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio A14 | 17.0″ | TB4 | No | 2024 |
| MSI Raider 18 HX A14V | 18.0″ | TB4 | Yes | 2024 |
| MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio A14Vx | 17.0″ | TB4 | No | 2024 |
| Casper Excalibur G911 | 16.0“ | TB4 | No | 2024 |
| HP OMEN Gaming 16-wf0015nt | 16.1“ | TB4 | No | 2024 |
| HP OMEN Gaming 16-wf0031nt | 16.1“ | TB4 | No | 2024 |
| Acer Swift Go 14 | 14.0″ | TB4 | Yes | 2023 |
| Acer TravelMate P6 14 | 14.0″ | TB4 | Yes | 2023 |
| Asus TUF Gaming F15 (2023) | 15.6″ | TB4 | No | 2023 |
| Asus Vivobook 16X | 15.6″ | TB4 | No | 2023 |
| Asus ZenBook Pro 14 Duo | 14.5" | TB4 | No | 2023 |
| Asus ExpertBook B9 | 14.0″ | TB4 | No | 2023 |
| Asus Zenbook 14 | 14.0″ | TB4 | No | 2023 |
| Asus Zenbook DUO | 14.0″ | TB4 | No | 2023 |
| Asus Zenbook S 13 | 13.3″ | TB4 | No | 2023 |
| Apple MacBook Pro M3 Pro (16.2 Inch 2024) | 16.2″ | TB4 | No | 2023 |
| Apple MacBook Air M3 | 13.6″ | TB3 | Yes | 2023 |
| Apple MacBook Air M3 | 14.2″ | TB3 | Yes | 2023 |
To check more laptop, click on Laptops With Thunderbolt 3 or 4.
HDMI Connection
You can check if your laptop has an HDMI port. When using HDMI cable, the portable monitor will need a separate power source.
Since HDMI doesn't carry touch signals, if you've purchased a touchscreen portable monitor, you'll also need to connect it with a USB-A to USB-C cable to enable touch functionality. Of course, UPERFECT includes all the necessary cables, so no need to worry.
Check Laptop System Compatibility
Generally, many laptop systems are compatible with our monitors. We have listed some of the most common compatible systems.
| Operating System | Compatibility | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 / 11 | ✅ Fully compatible | Supports plug-and-play, extended display, touch input (if applicable) |
| macOS (Big Sur and later) | ✅ Mostly compatible | Video output works; touch input limited to two-point (macOS limitation) |
| ChromeOS | ✅ Generally compatible | Video output usually works; touch support depends on device |
| Linux (e.g., Ubuntu, Fedora) | ✅ Generally compatible | Video output works; resolution and display settings may need manual adjustment |