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I took this portable monitor on a work trip, and it supercharged my productivity

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HP Series 5 Pro 14-inch WQXGA Portable Monitor ZDNET's key takeaways The HP Series 5 Pro 14-inch WQXGA Portable Monitor is on sale for $339.

It's a travel-friendly screen that delivers sharp, vibrant visuals and a rich set of features.

However, the low refresh rate may limit its usability for certain workloads. View now at HP

It's hard to believe, but there was a time when I didn't see the value in a second monitor. I figured juggling multiple tabs was good enough -- until I finally set up a dual-monitor setup with my desktop and instantly realized what I'd been missing. Now, I can't imagine working without one.

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For frequent travelers, portable monitors offer the same boost in productivity, but on a smaller scale. I've recommended many, but my new favorite is now the HP Series 5 Pro 14-inch WQXGA Portable Monitor. The name may be a mouthful, but this lightweight display is the perfect companion for anyone traveling to events or working from a coffee shop.

Stunning (and portable)

As you can imagine, the main strength of the HP Series Pro 14-inch Portable Monitor is its visual output. It's excellent, rivaling some larger desktop screens. Despite its compact size, the display feels cramped. Its WQXGA resolution (2,560 x 1,600 pixels) panel is paired with a 16:10 aspect ratio, providing ample workspace. You could comfortably fit two windows side by side.

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Pixel density plays a big role here. At 216 PPI (pixel per inch), images appear sharp and detailed. You could look closely at the screen and not see a single pixel out of place, every line is as smooth as the next. On top of that, HP gave its accessory support for IPS Black with NEO: LED to enhance color vibrancy. Additionally, the monitor supports the entire Adobe RGB and Display P3 color gamut.

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