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On paper, the HONGO 2K 16-inch monitor seems like the perfect solution for my needs.
Honko Portable Monitor(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
It’s been helpful albeit with some limitations with the audio.
Limitations aside, it’s priced competitively and will be a great budget solution for most people.
There are endless ways a portable screen like this can be useful.
By plugging the phone to the monitor, I had a desktop PC in front of me.
Files, notifications and apps all appeared in the desktop layout.
Samsung Dex lets you use your smartphone as a desktop computer, simply connect a bluetooth mouse and keyboard.
Testing the screen mirroring was fun…
Audio is the biggest drawback.
2K 16inch Portable Monitor: Should you buy?
Honko Portable Monitor(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
You should buy this if …
You shouldn’t buy this if … A portable monitor with 2K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate and low latency that make it perfect for gaming.
Honko Portable Monitor(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
The monitor works well for gaming on the move
Honko 2K Portable Monitor used as a Discord screen(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
Honko 2K Portable Monitor folding down under other devices(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
If I just want a spare screen at short notice, the Hongo 2K portable monitor comes in handy.
Honko 2K Portable Monitor used for Samsung Dex(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
Honko 2K Portable Monitor(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
(Image credit: Jennifer Young - Windows Central)
The sound isn’t going to knock your socks off
If you just want an Xbox screen, there are better options.
The screen is so sleek and compact, and at this price it doesn’t need to be perfect
