Uperfect UColor O2
Type
Portable monitor
Portable OLED monitors are a fascinating piece of tech, compact yet powerful, and the Uperfect UColor O2 is no exception. With larger screens being less portable, the advent of 13- and 14-inch 4K displays was a game-changer. However, a 16-inch size, as is the case with the UColor O2, strikes an ideal balance for many users. Dialing down the resolution to 2K or 3K further optimizes performance, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a portable yet capable display.
Uperfect has carved a niche in the market with its wide range of portable monitors, frequently spotted on platforms like Amazon. The UMax 24, a larger model, has already impressed many for both gaming and professional uses. Now, with the UColor O2, Uperfect ventures into the portable OLED domain, offering promising specs like 500 nits of brightness.
The UColor O2 graces my workspace with its sleek design and dedicated stand. Although Uperfect claims it as the first 16-inch 3K OLED portable monitor, other brands like Newsoul are also in the race. Regardless, our focus here is to delve into the features and performance of the UColor O2 to see if it meets expectations for gaming and productivity.
Packaging and Content
Upon unboxing, Uperfect includes several accessories with the monitor, such as two separate monitor stands. A dedicated VESA mount stand and a flexible VESA monitor mount cater to various setups. The dedicated stand proves essential in this review for using the monitor akin to a conventional display. Here’s what you’ll find in the UColor O2 package:
- Uperfect UColor O2 OLED monitor
- A carry bag
- A protective cover
- USB power adapter
- Mini HDMI cable x1
- USB Type C cable x2
- User Manual
Technical Specifications
The UColor O2 might not boast top-tier specs, but it offers practicality for a wide audience. Its 16-inch screen size is a sweet spot between compactness and usability, with a 2880×1800 pixel resolution delivering high detail.
The display covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color space and features an 8-bit + FRC color depth, aiming for near 10-bit quality. Offering smoother gradients and improved HDR capabilities, it strikes a balance between quality and cost.
Key specifications include:
- Brand: Uperfect
- Model: UColor O2
- Screen Size: 16-inch
- Resolution: 2880×1800 (3K)
- Display Ratio: 16:10
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- Brightness: 500 Nits
- Response Time: 1 ms
- Viewing Angle: 178°
- Panel: OLED
- Contrast Ratio: 100,000:1
- Color Gamut: 100% DCI-P3
- Color Depth: 1.07B (8-Bit+FRC)
- Touch Screen: No
- Built-in Battery: No
- Gravity Sensor: No
- HDR: Yes
- FreeSync: No
Taking a Close Look
With a metal housing and lightweight design, the O2 feels premium. It includes a magnetic cover that doubles as a stand, though a dedicated stand offers more versatility. Its glossy screen and slim bezels enhance the aesthetic, with controls and ports conveniently located on the sides. Connectivity options include a mini HDMI port and two USB Type-C ports. The specifics of the HDMI version are unclear, which impacts achieving the promised refresh rate.
The VESA stand features a flexible arm for easy adjustments, ensuring stability despite its lightweight base. The stand’s design allows for tool-free use, maximizing desk space efficiency. Small speakers and buttons for basic settings like brightness and contrast are easily accessible.
The monitor’s connectivity options include three ports: two USB Type-C and one mini HDMI. Achieving the optimal 120 Hz refresh rate requires using the USB Type-C port, while the mini HDMI connection limits the refresh rate to 100 Hz at 3K resolution. This limitation is due to the HDMI 2.0 standard, as opposed to HDMI 2.1, which supports higher refresh rates.
When using the mini HDMI port, the monitor requires a USB power adapter for operation unless the connected device can supply at least 15W of power via USB-C. For optimal performance, both USB-C and HDMI cables should be connected for power and display.
Performance
The UColor O2 stands out with its impressive contrast and brightness levels, defying the usual limitations of OLED monitors. Blacks are deep, and its 500 nits brightness ensures visibility even in well-lit environments. These features make it a versatile choice for gaming and professional tasks.
Boasting excellent image quality and color vibrancy, the O2 is well-suited for color-sensitive tasks. Though it supports HDR, enabling it through the monitor’s menu results in overly saturated colors. Overall, its image quality is near top-of-the-line, with a wide color gamut, 1ms response time, and 120Hz refresh rate. However, the lack of VRR limits its gaming potential, especially in fast-paced scenarios.
The Verdict
Uperfect UColor O2 delivers impressive image quality and performance on a portable 16-inch screen, boasting a high refresh rate and vibrant visuals. Its bright display ensures usability across various settings, making it a formidable choice for gamers and professionals alike.
Only if the monitor could run at the advertised 120Hz refresh rate via HDMI connection and had VRR support, it would have been perfect for most. Nonetheless, even with a few caveats, the UColor O2 is a wonderful OLED portable monitor, which launched at nearly $500. For the same