- Network Admin
Network Switches Explained: Managed vs Unmanaged
11 Mar, 2026







£256.68 inc. VAT
AI-generated summary
The ASUS ZenScreen MB16ACE is one of those “works when you need it” portable monitors that’s actually practical rather than gimmicky. For a UK B2B reseller buyer, the appeal is simple: it’s ideal for travelling, hot-desking, or running a second screen off a laptop for spreadsheets, admin work, and PowerPoint during client visits. At ~£214 ex-VAT it’s not cheap for a 15.6-inch panel, but you’re paying for the portability and the kind of plug-and-play convenience that saves time (and arguments) with users who don’t want to fiddle with docks and cabling all day.
That said, I wouldn’t buy it as a primary monitor or for anyone doing colour-critical work. Portable displays tend to be limited in brightness/contrast and viewing comfort compared with even entry-level desktop screens, so it’s better as an “extra screen” than a replacement. Also, if your users expect laptop-style ergonomics (tilt, height, proper long-session comfort), you’ll likely end up disappointed—portable form factors never fully replace a proper stand. Bottom line: buy this for field staff, consultants, and mobile office setups where space and weight matter; skip it if you’re furnishing a workstation for daily, long hours.

Asus
ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG Gen2 XG27

Philips
Philips Evnia 3000 24M1N3200ZS - LED monitor - gaming - 24" (23.8" viewable) - 1920 x 1080 Full HD (1080p) @ 165 Hz - IPS - 250 cd/m� - 1100:1 - 1 ms - 2xHDMI, 2xDisplayPort - black

Philips
Philips 27B2G5200 - LED monitor - 27" - 1920 x 1080 Full HD (1080p) @ 100 Hz - IPS - 1500:1 - HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort - speakers - silver, charcoal

Dell
Dell Plus S2725QS - LED monitor - 27" - 3840 x 2160 4K @ 120 Hz - IPS - 350 cd/m� - 1500:1 - 4 ms - 2xHDMI, DisplayPort - speakers - with 3 years Basic Hardware Service with Advanced Exchange after remote diagnosis