ASUS ZenScreen MB16AMT VS ZenScreen MB16AC – Which One to Go For?
ASUS ZenScreen MB16AMT VS ZenScreen MB16AC
Recently, we reviewed both the ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT and ZenScreen MB16AC portable monitors. Both are capable of boosting your productivity on-the-go but one is clearly better than the other. If you’re looking for a portable monitor or considering these two options, then let us help you with our comparison of both products.
If you want to see the review for the ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT click right here. As for the ZenScreen MB16AC, click here instead.
Design
Both portable monitors are essentially identical. They resemble a bigger version of the old ASUS ZenPad tablets, with a rather classy, clean, metallic build that’s greatly complemented by the protective case. The case itself has strong magnets that will allow them to stand in a variety of ways.
The most noticeable difference between the two is that the ASUS ZenScreen MB16AMT uses a joystick / button hybrid for navigation whereas the ZenScreen MB16AC has two navigation buttons. While the joystick can feel rather flimsy, it is much easier to use compared to the navigation buttons.
I personally feel that the usability can be enhanced much further if there’s a rubber grip on the joystick but that shouldn’t be too hard to DIY. In this regard, we have a clear winner.
Winner: ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT
Specifications
This one, I won’t be declaring a specific winner. Instead, it’s just for your reference on specifications.
ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT Specifications
| Panel Size | Wide Screen 15.6″, 16:9 |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| True Resolution | 1920 X 1080 |
| Display Viewing Area (HxV) | 344.16 x 193.59 mm |
| Display Surface | Non-glare |
| Touchscreen | Yes, 10-point touch |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.179 mm |
| Brightness | 250 cd/m2 |
| Contrast Ratio | 700:1 |
| Viewing Angle (CR≧10) | 178°(H) / 178°(V) |
| Response Time | 5 ms (GTG) |
| Display Colours | 17 million colours (8-bit) |
| HDR Support | No |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| Viewing Modes | sRGB, Scenery, Theater, Standard, Night View, Game, Reading, Darkroom |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | No |
| Signal Input | Hybrid Signal USB Type-C Micro HDMI / MHL |
| Audio | 1W x 2 Stereo RMS |
| Power | <12W consumption 7800 mAh Li-polymer battery Quick Charge 3.0 |
| Mechanical Design | Chassis Colours : Dark gray Slim Design : Yes Super Narrow Bezel Design : Yes |
| Dimensions | 359.7 x 227.4 x 9.0 mm, 0.9 kg |
ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC Specifications
| Panel Size | Wide Screen 15.6″, 16:9 |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| True Resolution | 1920 X 1080 |
| Display Viewing Area (HxV) | 344.16 x 193.59 mm |
| Display Surface | Glare |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.179 mm |
| Brightness | 220 cd/m2 |
| Contrast Ratio | 800:1 |
| Viewing Angle (CR≧10) | 178°(H) / 178°(V) |
| Response Time | 5 ms (GTG) |
| Display Colours | 17 million colours (8-bit) |
| HDR Support | No |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Viewing Modes | sRGB, Scenery, Theater, Standard, Night View, Game, Reading, Darkroom |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | No |
| Signal Input | Hybrid Signal USB Type-C |
| Audio | None |
| Power | <8W consumption |
| Mechanical Design | Chassis Colours : Dark gray Slim Design : Yes Super Narrow Bezel Design : Yes |
| Dimensions | 359.7 x 226.4 x 8.0 mm, 0.78 kg |
Portability
Both the ASUS ZenScreen MB16AMT and ZenScreen MB16AC are slim, light, and portable. While the touchscreen variant is listed as thicker and heavier, you can’t tell the difference even when you have both portable monitors side-by-side. The difference is only 120g and 1mm of thickness. I consider the difference negligible and therefore, a draw.
Winner: Draw
Display Quality
When we ran our benchmark tests on both portable monitors, the ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC had the better colours compared to the ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT. Display uniformity test showed favourable results, but the touchscreen variant did better.
When viewing this with my own eyes however, I could not see the difference in colours between both products. Viewing angles are good on both, thanks to the IPS panels but the glare on the MB16AC is very noticeable. It can make it harder to use in a variety of environments, making the the touchscreen variant better suited for on-the-go work.
Winner: ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT
Features
There are a number of similarities between both portable monitors. This includes the hybrid-signal USB-C port, Full HD resolution, IPS panel, screen size, and a number of options that can be tweaked via the OSD. The differences are where the ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT has an edge.
For starters, the MB16AMT has touchscreen display, giving you more ways to interact. Then we have the Micro HDMI port, which gives it a wider range of devices to connect with. The built-in battery also makes it more outdoor-friendly. Lastly, it has built-in speakers, which isn’t particularly good but I’m sure some of you will see this as a plus.
Winner: ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT
Price
Both monitors are expected to come with 3-years warranty and most of the same items in the box. Ultimately, this boils down purely to price. The ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT is the pricier one at RM1,769 whereas the ZenScreen MB16AC is more affordable at RM1,169.
Winner: ASUS ZenScreen MB16AC
Final Verdict
With the ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT leading the comparison with a two-point difference, it is the winner and deemed as the better option. There’s nothing wrong with going for the MB16AC but for the price you are paying, I personally feel that it’s much better to go for the touchscreen variant as it allows you to do so much more.
Overall Winner: ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT
Where to buy with that price for MB16AMT?
Hi, that is the official retail price set by ASUS Malaysia. You should be able to get that price at all ASUS official store and official online stores in Malaysia :D