A portable monitor is more of a need nowadays. With office work being mostly relegated to the comforts of one’s own home, having an extra screen that can be moved in short notice is more or less a must. But which one should you choose? If you’re like me that likes to hop between work and play, a portable gaming monitor would be better. With that in mind, our friends from UPERFECT sent us one of their premium monitors, the UXbox E4, for us to try and review. Is it a good portable gaming monitor? Let’s find out!
UPERFECT UXbox E4 Review – Specifications
| Model | E4 |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz |
| Screen Size | 18.5 inch |
| Resolution | 1920*1080 FHD |
| Display Ratio | 16 |
| Viewing Angle | 178° |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000 |
| Brightness | 300cd/m² |
| Color Gamut | 100%sRGB |
| Rated Power | 14W |
| Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Touch Screen | No |
| Auto Rotation | No |
| Built-in Battery | No |
| HDR | Yes |
| FreeSync | No |
| VESA | Yes, 75*75mm@M4*4mm |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes, 2 speakers 8Ω 1W |
| Product Size | 252 × 425 × 12 mm (9.92 × 16.73 × 0.47 inch) |
| Net Weight | 1.09 kg (2.39 lbs) |
UPERFECT UXbox E4 Review – At A Glance
Ports
For ports, the UPERFECT UXbox E4 has two USB-C and one mini HDMI port on the right. On the other side, you’ll find a 3.5mm port for audio, an up and down roller for volume, and the power button.
UPERFECT UXbox E4 Review – Notable Features
120Hz – Perfect For Gaming
For those not familiar with the number, 120Hz can be considered the standard for gaming display nowadays. This is the number of frames a monitor can produce at a given second. So this means that the UPERFECT UXbox E4 can update its display 120 times per second. Gaming laptops love to boast about refresh rates and gaming monitors are battling each other for the highest Hertz in the market. Before, this number can only be found in expensive premium monitors and it’s astounding to see it in a portable gaming monitor that won’t break your bank.
Comes With A Stand
No, not that kind of JoJo stand. The UPERFECT UXbox E4 comes with a stand that you can flip out to allow it to stand on its own. If you’re also wondering, this thing is VESA compatible too!
Has A Speaker
Most monitors of this kind would opt to just sacrifice audio for the sake of delivering visuals. Not the UPERFECT UXbox E4. Despite its thin and light package, it still manages to carry decent speakers to produce audio. Although not groundbreaking or super high quality, having the speakers included in the whole package is already a big help given that you don’t have to bring a portable speaker or headset.
UPERFECT UXbox E4 Review – User Experience
Not Just For Xbox Series X
Despite its name and the official product page’s market placement of it, the UPERFECT UXbox E4 is not just for the Xbox Series X. It can be used with most modern devices, be it smartphones or gaming PCs and laptops. As long as your device can interface with an HDMI or display via USB-C, the UPERFECT UXbox E4 can be used to display it.
Easy To Carry Around
With just 12mm (0.47 inch) of thickness, the UPERFECT UXbox E4 is one of the thinnest portable monitors that we have handled. Its size also makes it easy to carry around in typical laptop backpacks and shoulder bags. Weighing only 1.09kg, it won’t break your back that much even if you carry it around all day at work or at school.
Requires An External Power Source
For the UPERFECT UXbox E4 to function perfectly, you need to have it plugged in to an outlet. It does not have a built-in battery and can’t be powered via USB-C. It can only function with its included power adapter. So if you’re planning on playing it with a console or a gaming laptop, best have two power outlets available for you to use.
UPERFECT UXbox E4 Review – Review
Light & Thin
THe UPERFECT UXbox E4 is an incredibly portable gaming monitor given that it has all the hallmarks of an ideal device. It is light and thin, making it fit most 18-inch laptop bags. With only 1.09kg, it’s easy to lug around and place on cramped spaces like bus and airplane trays tables. If you usually find yourself moving around due to work or some other reason, this is a great buddy to have to increase your productivity and work space.
No Compromise In Quality
As a gaming monitor, the UPERFECT UXbox E4 delivers the frames necessary to enjoy gaming with its 120Hz refresh rate. If you have a beefy gaming laptop, this is more than enough to give you a great gaming experience with its decent brightness and refresh rate. However, do note that the UPERFECT UXbox E4 can only display a maximum of 1080p resolution. You also have to connect via HDMI to enjoy the 120Hz refresh rate.
Perfect For Mobile Gaming
With the aforementioned qualities, it is without a doubt not a stretch to call the UPERFECT UXbox E4 as a good pick for 2023’s portable gaming monitor. It’s light, easy to carry around, boasts great quality images, and has a decent refresh rate for gaming. These are usually qualities that you pay for a lot even with standard desktop monitors. Fortunately, you get these benefits without having to sacrifice a limb with the UPERFECT UXbox E4. To summarize, we can recommend the UPERFECT UXbox E4 as a portable display for both workers and gamers looking for something light and dependable.
Where To Buy
You can purchase the UPERFECT UXbox E4 via their website. Note that they deliver virtually anywhere in the world. As per the writing of this article, the UPERFECT UXbox E4 is priced at US$229.99. Depending on the season, you can also further lower the price with the UPERFECT’s frequent promos and sales.
For more information about the UPERFECT UXbox E4, check out the official product page.
