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product_id: 178882669
title: "ZenScreen MB16ACE 15.6 Inch USB Type-C Portable Monitor, FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Flicker free, Low Blue Light, TUV certified, Compatible with USB Type-A, Auto-Rotate, 2nd Generation Smart Case"
brand: "asus"
price: "R8729"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Asus"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/178882669-zenscreen-mb16ace-15-6-inch-usb-type-c-portable-monitor
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Ultra-slim 710g Portable Design USB-C & USB-A Dual Connectivity 15.6" FHD IPS Display ZenScreen MB16ACE 15.6 Inch USB Type-C Portable Monitor, FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Flicker free, Low Blue Light, TUV certified, Compatible with USB Type-A, Auto-Rotate, 2nd Generation Smart Case

**Brand:** asus
**Price:** R8729
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your workspace anywhere with ASUS ZenScreen — portable power meets pro-level clarity!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ZenScreen MB16ACE 15.6 Inch USB Type-C Portable Monitor, FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Flicker free, Low Blue Light, TUV certified, Compatible with USB Type-A, Auto-Rotate, 2nd Generation Smart Case by asus
- **How much does it cost?** R8729 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/178882669-zenscreen-mb16ace-15-6-inch-usb-type-c-portable-monitor)

## Best For

- asus enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted asus brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Eye-Care Certified Comfort:** Work longer with flicker-free, low blue light technology certified by TUV Rheinland to reduce eye strain.
- • **Vivid 15.6" Full HD IPS Display:** Experience crystal-clear visuals with 1920x1080 resolution and wide 178° viewing angles for flawless presentations and multitasking.
- • **Smart Auto-Rotate & Dual-Mode Stand:** Switch between portrait and landscape modes instantly with the foldable smart case that doubles as a stand.
- • **Seamless USB-C & USB-A Compatibility:** Plug and play with laptops, smartphones, and PCs using versatile USB 3.0 and USB-C ports—no adapters needed.
- • **Travel-Ready Ultra-Lightweight Build:** At just 710 grams and 8.9 mm thin, this monitor slips effortlessly into your bag for on-the-go productivity.

## Overview

The ASUS ZenScreen MB16ACE is a sleek, portable 15.6-inch Full HD IPS monitor designed for professionals on the move. Featuring USB-C and USB-A connectivity, it supports wide device compatibility and effortless plug-and-play use. Its ultra-slim, lightweight design paired with a smart auto-rotating display and foldable stand makes it ideal for flexible workspace setups. Certified flicker-free and low blue light technology ensures comfortable viewing during extended use, making it a must-have secondary display for multitasking millennials craving productivity without compromise.

## Description

Compact 15.6" 1080p IPS monitor with USB-C connectivity, auto-rotating display, and flicker-free, low blue light technology for comfortable viewing anywhere.

Review: Really good - but failed within a year - Updated Feb ‘21. After just under 1year of weekday use the screen failed and I couldn’t turn it on. Worked fine on a Friday, dead on Monday. desertcart customer services were absolutely superb and arranged a replacement without hesitation. It is however a superb concept and the screen is great while it’s working and works well taking power and data via USB-C. I've been using my screen for a few months now. I've bought the model of screen that comes with USB-C and Micro-HDMI and it's been working really well with both a HP Windows Laptop and a MacBook Pro 2018 (both using USB-C). I've also had it working with an old MS SurfacePro 3 via an adapter cable to send the signal into the micro-HDMI input, and that worked well too. The case that comes with the screen is fine - it's portable and functional but you can't adjust the tilt angle and of course there is no height adjustment. It's fine as supplied to sit next to a laptop on a desk and that's obviously it's intended purpose. I've been using mine for a couple of months now and with my laptop now on a laptop riser I've had to put my ZenScreen setup on top of an desertcart box to give it some height. It would be really great if Asus could offer some kind of holder to allow the screen to be raised and tilted but no criticism of Asus because this is intended to be a portable screen and for that purpose it excels. I've had absolutely no problems with the brightness of the screen which is consistent with my laptop setting. I've also had no problems charging the screen via the USB-C connection - the HP laptop does sometimes display a warning that it may not have enough power to charge the screen but I've always ignored that and the screen has remained fully charged at 100% - and I've been using it all day, every day, for a couple of months now. Other than my observation that this could benefit from some kind of desktop holder, this has been a really good screen with no problems at all.
Review: Portable excellent quality monitors powered via USB-C (~8W/monitor) that work on a 20W USB HUB - Excellent monitors - have been connecting 3 of them to my MacBook Air M1 2020 via mains powered Kensington UH7000C USB 3.0 7-Port Charging Hub (5V 4A = 20W shared across 7 USB-A ports) which somehow manages to power them up even though average 8W per monitor is required (24W total). The setup is very portable and the only improvement that I would make is to add a USB-C hub that can PD power both my host device (MacBook Air) as well as provide 3 x USB ports with a minimum 24W shared power (an additional USB port would be freed up of my MacBook if hub's PD passthrough could power up my laptop while charging 3 monitors). However, I could not find such a USB hub yet and have to live with the current set up that still works but requires two power outlets for two chargers. I have had Levono micro USB powered monitors before but the quality and resolution of these ones is heaven and would not look back. I also got a central portable stand for to locate one of the monitors right above my laptop's screen :)

## Features

- 【Portable Monitor for Laptops】Experience stunning visuals with awesome color reproduction on the 15.6 inch 1920x1080 Super Clear IPS A-grade display. With 1080p resolution and a 178° FULL viewing angle, this monitor was born to deliver exceptional visual quality.
- 【Wide Compatibility & Robust Connection】The ZenScreen laptop extender is designed with USB 3.0 and USB-C ports, making it compatible with laptops, smartphones, and PCs.
- 【Ultra-Slim & Lightweight Travel Monitor】Take your ZenScreen secondary travel monitor with you on-the-go, thanks to its super lightweight and ultra-slim profile that easily fits into any travel bag.
- 【Smart Cover & Works in Portrait】The foldable stand and smart cover design of the ZenScreen portable monitor allows it to work in both portrait and landscape mode on any surface.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B082CVXQLX |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | 2,096 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 47 in Monitors |
| Brand | ASUS |
| Colour | Black |
| Computer Memory Type | DIMM |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (2,926) |
| Date First Available | 10 Jan. 2020 |
| Graphics Card Interface | Integrated |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Item Weight | 710 g |
| Item model number | 90LM0381-B04170 |
| Lithium Battery Packaging | Batteries only |
| Lithium Battery Weight | 0.19 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Asus |
| Number Of Lithium Ion Cells | 1 |
| Number of Lithium Metal Cells | 1 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
| Processor Count | 4 |
| Product Dimensions | 0.31 x 14.16 x 8.91 cm; 710 g |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 Pixels |
| Screen Resolution | 1920x1080 |
| Series | MB16ACE |
| Standing screen display size | 15 Inches |
| Voltage | 1 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Aspect ratio:** 16:9
- **Brand:** ASUS
- **Display resolution maximum:** 1920 x 1080 Pixels
- **Image contrast ratio:** 800:1
- **Power consumption:** 8 Watts
- **Refresh rate:** 60 Hz
- **Resolution:** 1920 x 1080 pixels (FHD 1080p)
- **Response time:** 5 Milliseconds
- **Screen size:** 15 Inches
- **Screen surface description:** Matte

## Images

![ZenScreen MB16ACE 15.6 Inch USB Type-C Portable Monitor, FHD (1920x1080), IPS, Flicker free, Low Blue Light, TUV certified, Compatible with USB Type-A, Auto-Rotate, 2nd Generation Smart Case - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71IpgiwewBL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does the mb16acv version come with a carry case or anything to protect the front of the screen?**
A: The monitor comes with a magnetic fold over cover but it's not very secure especially if your carrying it around, so I keep mine in a laptop carry case. Mine is mainly used as monitor for my s21 phone in dex mode with keyboard and mouse.  Occasionally use it for laptop extended monitor.

**Q: Can this be powered via usb to plug and hdmi to screen at the same time?**
A: Please find video for your disposal. Display do not have HDMI-connectivity. Only USB-A / UCB-C / Thunderrbolt or UCB-C altmode or Display link connectivity from your laptop. No external power needed.

**Q: Is this compatible with a macbook pro 2019? i ordered the mb169c and it wasn't so i wanted to double check this one before i order it.**
A: Same here - I'm connected via USB-C from a MacBookPro 2018 to my ZenScreen and it works really well. I also use the screen a lot with a HP laptop via its USB-C connector and it works well too. Been using my ZenScreen for months now without any problems.

**Q: Will it work with a mobile or tablet android?**
A: It worked with my s20 ultra

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really good - but failed within a year
*by A***S on 20 June 2020*

Updated Feb ‘21. After just under 1year of weekday use the screen failed and I couldn’t turn it on. Worked fine on a Friday, dead on Monday. Amazon customer services were absolutely superb and arranged a replacement without hesitation. It is however a superb concept and the screen is great while it’s working and works well taking power and data via USB-C. I've been using my screen for a few months now. I've bought the model of screen that comes with USB-C and Micro-HDMI and it's been working really well with both a HP Windows Laptop and a MacBook Pro 2018 (both using USB-C). I've also had it working with an old MS SurfacePro 3 via an adapter cable to send the signal into the micro-HDMI input, and that worked well too. The case that comes with the screen is fine - it's portable and functional but you can't adjust the tilt angle and of course there is no height adjustment. It's fine as supplied to sit next to a laptop on a desk and that's obviously it's intended purpose. I've been using mine for a couple of months now and with my laptop now on a laptop riser I've had to put my ZenScreen setup on top of an Amazon box to give it some height. It would be really great if Asus could offer some kind of holder to allow the screen to be raised and tilted but no criticism of Asus because this is intended to be a portable screen and for that purpose it excels. I've had absolutely no problems with the brightness of the screen which is consistent with my laptop setting. I've also had no problems charging the screen via the USB-C connection - the HP laptop does sometimes display a warning that it may not have enough power to charge the screen but I've always ignored that and the screen has remained fully charged at 100% - and I've been using it all day, every day, for a couple of months now. Other than my observation that this could benefit from some kind of desktop holder, this has been a really good screen with no problems at all.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Portable excellent quality monitors powered via USB-C (~8W/monitor) that work on a 20W USB HUB
*by A***A on 20 August 2025*

Excellent monitors - have been connecting 3 of them to my MacBook Air M1 2020 via mains powered Kensington UH7000C USB 3.0 7-Port Charging Hub (5V 4A = 20W shared across 7 USB-A ports) which somehow manages to power them up even though average 8W per monitor is required (24W total). The setup is very portable and the only improvement that I would make is to add a USB-C hub that can PD power both my host device (MacBook Air) as well as provide 3 x USB ports with a minimum 24W shared power (an additional USB port would be freed up of my MacBook if hub's PD passthrough could power up my laptop while charging 3 monitors). However, I could not find such a USB hub yet and have to live with the current set up that still works but requires two power outlets for two chargers. I have had Levono micro USB powered monitors before but the quality and resolution of these ones is heaven and would not look back. I also got a central portable stand for to locate one of the monitors right above my laptop's screen :)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good portable monitor with clear display
*by J***A on 14 December 2025*

This portable monitor worked well for my needs. The picture quality was clear and the USB C connection made it easy to set up. Lightweight and compact design is great for travel. I ended up returning it only because I needed a larger screen size for my specific setup.

## Frequently Bought Together

- ASUS ZenScreen Portable Monitor 15.6" 1080P FHD Laptop Monitor (MB16ACE) - IPS USB-C & USB 3.0Travel Monitor, Flicker-free and Blue Light Filter w/Smart Cover, External Monitor For Laptop & Macbook
- Anker, Powerline+ 0.9 m, USB C Cable to USB 3.0 A, File for USB Type-C Devices including Galaxy S8, S8+, S9, MacBook, Sony XZ, LG V20 G5 G6, HTC 10, Xiaomi 5 and Other, Grey

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-16*