[Unobtainable Deal] Lenovo 15.6" Portable Monitor $149 @ ALDI

Ldr-collossus on 22/05/2024 - 09:33
Last edited 22/05/2024 - 12:16 by 2 other users

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For anyone who's been shopping for a portable monitor, this looks like a great deal. I picked up a non-brand (ESR) one recently on Amazon and almost wish I'd waited. Will probably grab one of these too.

Freestanding screen with full screen protector cover
15.6" screen size
1920 x 1080 IPS resolution
USB-C and mini HDMI Inputs
Built-in speaker and 1 x audio jack input
2 x USB 2.0 type-C inputs
1 x mini HDMI Input

Mod: The portable monitor is Bauhn, not Lenovo. It appears that ALDI incorrectly put the Lenovo logo in the picture, however there is no mention of Lenovo in the accompanying video or the title/description of the item. The deal can be reposted as Bauhn if anyone still wishes, this one will be moved to the forums, as the votes received were on the basis it was Lenovo.

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Comments

  • impoze on 22/05/2024 - 09:34
    +12

    Price in title - $149

    • Freestanding screen with full screen protector cover
    • 15.6" screen size
    • 1920 x 1080 IPS resolution
    • USB-C and mini HDMI Inputs
    • Built-in speaker and 1 x audio jack input
    • 2 x USB 2.0 type-C inputs
    • 1 x mini HDMI Input
  • dealsforlife on 22/05/2024 - 09:34
    +1

    Price in title please

  • inusure on 22/05/2024 - 09:35
    +1

    i still cant find the weight on this monitor. anyone can share their wisdom, please?

  • Crownanchor on 22/05/2024 - 09:36
    +2

    May go well with Raspberry Pi SBC, thanks OP.

  • Big1 on 22/05/2024 - 09:45
    +8

    Love the Aldi promo videos

    • inusure on 22/05/2024 - 09:46
      +1

      I know lol. they just move the Tablet around their backgrounds and add the voice narratives.

    • Raif on 22/05/2024 - 09:53
      +1

      It's legit hilarious - best ad I've seen in a while. I hope this monitor can indeed live up to the power of tectonic forces!

    • augernised on 22/05/2024 - 10:12
      +1

      that final shot of it revealing itself from behind the cliffs hahaha

      these are great, thanks ill be sure to check every time now

    • PainToad on 22/05/2024 - 10:18
      +6

      Maybe the marketing team should have spent less time making “funny” videos and more on getting basic information about the product correct.

      This isn’t a Lenovo monitor despite what is listed on their website.

      Making it no better than other generic monitors that can be had for cheaper. And before the Aldi fans jump on Aldi’s return bandwagon, Amazon has easy returns too. No bargain here.

      I will never understand peoples’ obsession with Aldi. Always overhyped average products cleverly marketed.

      • Clear on 22/05/2024 - 10:24
        +1

        The Aldi fans will say something along the lines of "but but it's a limited time offer". Yeah no shit sherlock so are many other deals from Amazon and AliExpress. It's no excuse for RRP.

        I've already linked a $119.99 Amazon alternative further below.

      • montorola on 22/05/2024 - 10:25

        I will never understand peoples’ obsession with Aldi. Always overhyped average products cleverly marketed.

        It's good different.

        • PainToad on 22/05/2024 - 10:32

          It’s just generic home brand products in a far more inconvenient store.

          Just go to ColesWorth and buy the home brands stuff there and also have access to the brand name products for things you prefer brand names for. Plus, BBQ Chickens, Deli, Bakery.

          Plus Scan & Go and Click & Collect. Basic customer services for a modern grocery store.

          There’s nothing good about them besides marketing.

          • bargaino on 22/05/2024 - 12:08

            @PainToad: Let me know when I can buy an e-Bike or washing machine at Coles :-)

            • mapax on 22/05/2024 - 12:35

              @bargaino: Coles has had “Best Buys” for ages now and sells white goods etc periodically just like aldi, but only at the larger stores.

            • PainToad on 22/05/2024 - 13:39

              @bargaino:

              Let me know when I can buy an e-Bike or washing machine at Coles :-)

              Let me know when Aldi sells an electric device that isn’t recalled 6 months later.

    • Gravy on 22/05/2024 - 10:19

      Clever marketing… they know their products are just run of the mill but affordable so use a bit of comedy to attract attention.

      • montorola on 22/05/2024 - 10:25

        Yeah, funny marketing is the best - I cringe at all the other ads that are not funny

  • yzf686 on 22/05/2024 - 09:45
    +1

    It does not show Lenovo on Aldi website. From the official video, it looks like Aldi's home brand Bauhn. I think OP might mixed up with the Lenovo pad that will be on sale the same day.

    • maxdestructo574 on 22/05/2024 - 09:47
      +1

      It's got the Lenovo logo in the thumbnail on the Aldi site

      • yzf686 on 22/05/2024 - 09:50
        +1

        Sorry, I missed that. But the brand shown in the video is Bauhn. I think the worker in Aldi mixed up with the Pad then. :-D

      • ExPrinceHairy on 22/05/2024 - 09:51
        +1

        Even though the Lenovo logo is in the thumbnail on the Aldi site, the photo of the monitor itself has the Bauhn brand towards the bottom of the monitor.

        • maxdestructo574 on 22/05/2024 - 09:56
          +2

          Sounds like Aldi’s people might have labeled the image incorrectly as Lenovo then. Being Lenovo would be more of a selling point.

          Especially positioning it as a slightly more premium offering against the rest of the nameless AliExpress units out there

          I’d definitely like to know anyway

          • yzf686 on 22/05/2024 - 09:59
            +1

            @maxdestructo574: Lenovo's portable monitor line is called "ThinkVision" and looks much better then this one. The price tag also doubles. Lol

  • totom on 22/05/2024 - 09:46
    +2

    Good price OP. I picked up a ZSUS from Aliexpress few months ago. It randomly turns itself off then back on when I'm using it. Not the best experience.

    • eek on 22/05/2024 - 09:52
      +1

      Thankfully mine has been solid so far. I whip it out if I'm not in the office or at home and want a 2nd screen. Got the 15" version with leather cover.

      • a1234my on 22/05/2024 - 09:54
        -1

        How is this spec compare to zsus.

  • tedvegas on 22/05/2024 - 09:49
    +1

    Nice! Does anyone know of the refresh rate?

    • noodlefan on 22/05/2024 - 09:53
      +1

      60hz, watch the video you will see this.

  • morediscount on 22/05/2024 - 09:50

    are all the ports just input or is there something wrong with the description ?

    • Oldmate88 on 22/05/2024 - 09:54

      What output from the monitor would you expect?

      • damnable on 22/05/2024 - 10:23

        Power. Audio.

        • Oldmate88 on 22/05/2024 - 10:27

          If it's like other portable displays, it will be powered via USB-C and the only 'audio output' will be the speakers.

          This isn't a 'tablet' - It's portable monitor

      • morediscount on 22/05/2024 - 10:50

        like a usb c HUB .. extension ports to add more devices like a mouse or keyboard

  • NickimusRex on 22/05/2024 - 09:53
    +1

    This model looks to be a dead ringer for the below if anyone is wondering what this is

    https://manuals.plus/cocopar/y156fh7s-usb-c-portable-monitor…

    • Circly on 22/05/2024 - 10:16

      Looks good

    • bargaino on 22/05/2024 - 10:28
      +1

      Says it comes with a 5V "charger", implying a battery, but no mention of capacity or life. More likely they are idiots and it does not charge. Then again, it is heavy at 2lb, so maybe …?

      The lack of detail from ALDI is a joke. When I ask them for important spec's they just say i can buy it and return if I don't like it.

  • Alley Cat on 22/05/2024 - 09:53

    I think I need at least 3 usb c ports for my next one. There’s a lot of utility for being able to plug something in right next to the monitor. The 2 ports are pretty nonexistent since they are used for passing through.

  • YoursTruly on 22/05/2024 - 09:57

    Nice at this price and brand 👍

    This screen will pair well as companion productivity screen to a surface pro, or to a portable console (Switch/ Steam Deck)

    Thanks OP

  • surprisebanzai on 22/05/2024 - 09:59
    +3

    The accompanying product video is an absolute meme though! https://youtu.be/zi1QaZYxLM8

    • Clear on 22/05/2024 - 10:17
      +2

      And shows that it's clearly Brauhn.

    • dbell on 22/05/2024 - 10:26
      +1

      Outstanding, someone got paid to make this, remember that folks.

  • Subere on 22/05/2024 - 10:08
    +1

    Catalogue definitely shows Brauhn. Still a decent buy and I might try and snag one as a second monitor for my music production alongside my laptop

  • Clear on 22/05/2024 - 10:11
    +4

    That's expensive for a 15.6" FHD monitor. Since it's from Brauhn it's going to be a rebadge and there's no specs listed for brightness and colour gamut. It could be a real dud.

    Cheaper 15.6" on Amazon with AU warranty before anyone pulls the warranty line on AldiRRP. I.e. this for $119.99.

    • pjetson on 22/05/2024 - 14:43

      Cheaper 15.6" on Amazon with AU warranty before anyone pulls the warranty line on AldiRRP. I.e. this(amazon.com.au) for $119.99

      Looks like that one has been OzBargained :-( Any other suggestions, Clear?

    • retroranger on 22/05/2024 - 22:09

      Does Amazon do satisfaction guarantee returns up to 60 days?

      • Clear on 22/05/2024 - 22:16

        30 days. If you think having 60 days is worth the extra $30 then sure why not.

  • branners on 22/05/2024 - 10:12

    Lenovo monitor + Motorola phone + Ready For + remote keyboard looks like a good set-up for work on the go. Might need a Power Bank as well

    • Clear on 22/05/2024 - 10:17
      +1

      Too bad it's actually Brauhn and not Lenovo. An unintended bait and switch by Aldi's web dev team.

    • AsukaST on 22/05/2024 - 10:22

      Nah. It's too heavy, Net Weight is 2lbs.
      I am happy with my Fujitsu UH-X, it's just 750g and it's made in Japan.

  • paloverde88 on 22/05/2024 - 10:21

    100 nits

  • rezmata on 22/05/2024 - 10:21

    Portable screens newbie Question: So even though they say its portable, it doesn't have a built in battery right? It still needs a connected power source though a USB-C input? Carrying a brick power-bank dangling around with it not so portable aint it? Trying to understand the practicality of this…..

    • superbird on 22/05/2024 - 10:22

      i believe it does. i dont think you can have one usb-c cable to do video output and power at same time. i think you need two cables

    • Aehrum on 22/05/2024 - 10:24
      +1

      I too am unfamiliar with this technology and would like to know how these are actually used.
      If power comes from a socket, no thx.
      If power comes from a usb? How, what kind of USB? 3+? and how much is it going to tank battery life for whatever device is being leeched from.

      • battler on 22/05/2024 - 10:38
        +1

        Laptop (via USB-C) is the power source.
        Obviously lowers battery on laptop faster.
        Practicality - it is more portable and has less cables than lugging around as regular monitor - you may be able to put it in same sleeve as laptop.

    • witheredcouch on 23/05/2024 - 16:02

      All portable screens I have used are powered by the USB C port on the laptop that also provides the video, no separate power source is required.

  • AtomuKirin on 22/05/2024 - 10:25
    +1

    Does anyone know whether these portable screens have auto standby when input is off? Eg Chromecast that's turned off/standby, will this screen turn off, or have a bright screen waiting for input?

    • joetrim on 22/05/2024 - 10:45
      +1

      I have 2 similar monitors I got from Amazon and they both go into standby within a minute of my PC shutting down. One of them shows a bright blue screen for a while before turning off. Not sure what will happen though if Chromecast is in standby but I might have a slim chance later to test it.

    • joetrim on 24/05/2024 - 12:45
      +1

      @AtomuKirin Update: I have just tested Google TV with Chromecast using an HDMI to HDMI female adaptor as the portable monitor I have uses the smaller HDMI connector and needed to use the supplied cable. It goes into standby after about a minute.

      You may be able to use a hub with HDMI for the Chromecast and USB-C for the monitor but I didn't test that.

      • AtomuKirin on 24/05/2024 - 15:52
        +1

        Thanks for checking! Really appreciate it.

  • foogle on 22/05/2024 - 12:40

    Is Lenovo Tab M11 in the same catalog any good?

  • bdl on 22/05/2024 - 19:10
    +1

    Defo Bauhn, just saw paper catalogue and no sign of Lenovo branding :)

  • williamfslee on 23/05/2024 - 01:41

    It looks pretty identical to the zsus one, the stand the ports, except the speaker

  • damnable on 24/05/2024 - 14:52

    Does anyone know if the stand allows this to be put in portrait mode?

    • bdl on 25/05/2024 - 11:36

      Doesn't look like it

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