UFYQL F156P02 Color Performance
We decided to use our Datacolor SpyderPro to see what kind of color performance we get with these monitors. This is not the fanciest test equipment by any means, but we just wanted to get some general sense of performance.
Above we have the Color Gamut, and below we have the Color Accuracy from said Datacolor SpyderPro.
With the F156P02 only being able to display 66% of the sRGB color space, the monitor is not off to a strong start here. Despite the lack of a full color gamut, the display’s accuracy with grayscale patches is actually pretty good. A dE under 3 is perfectly respectable for an uncalibrated monitor.
Unfortunately, the lack of full sRGB color space support means that a lot of colors are significantly misrepresented, particularly cyan and red at dEs of over 9. It is not a good look in either sense of the word. Then again, this portable monitor sells for $49, making it one of the very cheapest ones on the market.
As a quick comparison point, here is what we saw from the MNN M156F01, a $49 portable monitor we reviewed a couple of weeks ago:
Here is the MNN’s color accuracy:
Here is a comparison to the $109 Arzopa Z1FC 16.1in Portable Monitor:
Here is the Arzopa’s color accuracy:
Lastly, here is a comparison to the $260 Dell 14 Pro Plus:
and the color accuracy:
Compared to its next-cheapest competitor, the MNN M156F01, UFYQL’s F156P02 actually fares a bit better. Grayscale errors are significantly reduced, and color errors are at least a bit closer to the mark, leaving it with an average dE of 3.03, versus MNN’s 4.29 dE. Though neither holds a candle to full-gamut sRGB monitors such as the Arzopa Z1FC at $109 and the $260 Dell 14 Pro Plus.
Power Consumption
When it comes to power consumption, a low-power device can be extremely useful because portable monitors are often powered by a battery. Here is what we saw:
- 0% (9.9 nits) is 1.68W
- 25% (88.8 nits) is 2.4W
- 50% (154.7 nits) is 3.36W
- 75% (209.1 nits) is 4.1W
- 100% (257.3 nits) is 4.9W
In case you were wondering about what we saw for the brightness and contrast:
This is not the lowest power panel, but it is also not a 100W+ monitor. Sub 5W is also one of the lower ones that we have seen in our current round-up.
Final Words
There are lots of portable monitors available today. UFYQL’s F156P02 15.6in Portable Monitor is the least expensive one we have tested. Currently retailing for $49 (at the time of writing), UFYQL embraces the fact that they are selling a cheap, entry-level portable monitor.
We recently reviewed the MNN M156F01, which tests almost identically to the UFYQL F156P02 and has the same price point at $49. If you are buying a monitor for just an extended or extra display, both of these are great options. The key differentiators between these two are that the UFYQL F156P02 has a kickstand and VESA mounting holes on the rear panel. Whereas the MNN M156F01 has a two-in-one case/stand that is useful for travel.
Still, this monitor makes the expected compromises to reach its price point. In particular, the narrow sub-SRGB color gamut, which leads to poor color accuracy. A full-gamut monitor, such as the Arzopa Z1FC 16.1in 144Hz Portable Monitor or the Dell 14 Pro Plus Portable Monitor, would fare better in that regard and offer more features, such as higher refresh rates, but it would also cost more.
Overall, the UFYQL F156P02 15.6in Portable Monitor makes it a great option as an additional screen or an inexpensive travel monitor. The UFYQL F156P02 sells for under $49 and comes with a USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable and a Mini HDMI to HDMI cable, making it an incredible value.
Where to Buy
If you just want to pick one of these up, here is the Amazon affiliate link to where we purchased this unit.
