The Arzopa G1 is a wallet-friendly option for gamers who want a credible display while on the go. The first few gaming-grade portables, like the XG17AHP, used to cost a whole lot more, so we’re glad to see options that cost as much as the basic 144Hz desktop variants. Let’s take a closer look at the Arzopa G1 to know how it compares to the best picks out there.
Arzopa G1 Specifications
- Screen Size: 15.6 Inches
- Resolution: 1920 x 1080 FHD
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Panel Technology: In-Plane Switching (IPS)
- Refresh Rate: 144Hz
- Response Time: 5ms
- Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
- Brightness: 300 cd/m2
- Built-in Speakers: Yes
- Stand: Height – No
- Stand: Tilt – Yes
- Stand: Swivel – No
- Stand: Pivot – No
- VESA Compatibility: No
- Connectivity: USB-C DP Alt Mode x 2, HDMI x 1, 3.5mm Jack x 1
- Weight: 1.36 lbs
Design and Features
The Arzopa G1 looks like most office models due to its simple color and sleek lines. The monitor has a matte black chassis, so it always looks clean and sophisticated, even if it was not meant for designers. The monitor has some of the thinnest bezels we’ve seen, although it still has inner bezels.
The display is as large as what most laptops have, but the good news is that it will fit snugly next to it in the same bag. The monitor with its cover is barely thicker than a standard notebook, so you aren’t really adding bulk to your portable setup. It also only weighs 1.36 pounds, so it’s practically next to nothing in the monitor business.
The Arzopa G1’s build quality is great thanks to its aluminum chassis, especially when compared to the plastic-clad options. Every edge and line looks precise, so the brand did not take massive shortcuts to create this product. It does include a small kick stand, but we can’t help but feel that it isn’t sufficiently sized for the 15.6-inch device.
The monitor uses a rocker switch or scroll wheel instead of a more tactile joystick. That’s understandable since it has very limited space due to its thinness, but we’d rather have regular buttons at this point. Having to flick that controller repeatedly can be a pain, although the good news is that it at least has a cancel button.
The Arzopa G1 comes with a small stand that lets you prop it up properly compared to the usual flip cover. The downside of it is it is quite small, so the screen can get outbalanced easily. However, we prefer this since it is not as flimsy as a flip cover, provided that you set it up properly.
The connectivity layout on the monitor is also quite common on most modern options. It has two USB-C slots with DP Alt Mode and a 3.5mm jack for headphones. You also get an HDMI slot and a 3.5mm jack for headphones. It even has a pair of built-in speakers, although those aren’t really suited for gaming compared to a headset.
Display and Performance
The Arzopa G1 sports a 15.6-inch IPS panel with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate, and a 5ms response time. The backlight has a 300 cd/m2 output, while the contrast is listed at 1000:1. This model doesn’t have HDR certification, but that’s expected since it is not equipped for that.
1080p screens at this size are sharper and less “pixelated” than their desktop counterparts due to the tighter pixel density. That’s great for games and movies, but it’s also good to go for productivity this time around. Most of us will not need scaling to read or browse on it, plus it won’t need a ton of GPU power to get to the maximum refresh rate.
The Arzopa G1 covers 100% of the sRGB gamut and 85% of the DCI-P3 color space. Its default accuracy isn’t great, with a dE average of 3.14, but it does offer fantastic vibrancy in games and movies. Gamers won’t need to do much to get this monitor running, but it isn’t suited for editing work from the get-go.
Calibrating it reduced the dE average to 1.54, which is considerably better than what most portable monitors can offer. The downside is that you will need a colorimeter to achieve a comparable result. We can only recommend the purchase if you are into color-critical work, but it’s unnecessary otherwise.
The backlight on the Arzopa G1 reached 344 cd/m2 at 100% brightness, so it should be able to fight off a decent amount of glare. Its contrast, however, only reached 877:1 at 30% brightness. It’s incapable of deep blacks, but that’s common on portable displays as well.
Panel uniformity for the test sample did not have any major issues like backlight leaks or clouding. There is some variance in the backlight’s spread, but it is only noticeable when the screen is showing darker images in a low-light room.
It does have a bit of blurring, but it is not enough to be a concern for those who play E-Sports titles. They are also only visible in select instances, so applying a strong amount of overdrive won’t be necessary. It’s not the best for games like Valorant or CSGO, but it is certainly above some picks in the portable monitor business.
What’s missing from it becoming a full-on gaming monitor is Adaptive Sync. VRR usually works via USB-C DP Alt Mode, but it somehow doesn’t function with this monitor. Its input lag sits at 4ms at 144Hz, making it one of the fastest portable displays around.
Thoughts on the Arzopa G1
The Arzopa G1 is a fine choice for gaming on the go at a wallet-friendly price point. It is one of the rare picks that offer a 144Hz screen, plus it’s built better thanks to its aluminum chassis. It also offers superb color richness and brightness, unlike so many others which look watered down.
That budget pricing also incurred penalties for this attractive option. Items like its limited contrast can be annoying, but it is not as bad as the screen’s limited contrast or its lack of VRR. However, that low price makes it easy to overlook these flaws, so it is still a decent buy in our eyes.
Pros:
- Very Affordable
- Bright and Vibrant
- Fast and Repsonsive
Cons:
- Limited Contrast
- No VRR
About the Author: Paolo has been a gaming veteran since the golden days of Doom and Warcraft and has been building gaming systems for family, friends, and colleagues since junior high. High-performance monitors are one of his fixations; he believes that every citizen’s right to enjoy one. He has gone through several pieces of hardware in pursuit of every bit of performance gain, much to the dismay of his wallet. He now works with Monitornerds to scrutinize the latest gear to create reviews that accentuate the seldom explained aspects of a PC monitor.
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