You won't have long to wait until the Prime Day portable monitor deals go live, with Amazon confirming that this year's summer sales will run between July 8 - July 11.
But why wait until then? I've already tracked down some big discounts on a range of portable displays if you want to beat the sales rush.
Having rounded up the best portable monitors we've tested, already my top pick, the Arzopa Z1RC 2.5K, has seen a dramatic price-cut in both the US (click here) and the UK (click here). And there are plenty more bargains you can pick up right now on a massive range.
I've been deal-hunting for years, so as ever, I'll be here throughout the run-up and during the whole four days of deals, selecting the best deals on portable monitors that I can find.
For more savings across tech with early deals and top picks, head over to our hub for all the best Amazon Prime Day deals.
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Amazon Prime Day portable monitor deals: what to look for
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You won't be at a loss to find portable monitor deals in this year's Prime Day - Amazon tends to be swamped with them. But here are a few things to look out for when selecting which one is right for you.
Screen size
The vast majority of portable monitor displays tend to be 15.6in, which is the same as your standard laptop. However, I do see 14in and 18in models discounted in the sales (and everything in between). For maximum portability, I quite like these 14in models. Anything smaller than this tends to be targeted towards Raspberry Pi users, and while good on the go, a larger-sized tablet may be more practical.
Size and weight
It's not just screen size you'll want to check. Other dimensions to take into account is the thickness and the weight - ultra-thin portable monitors are billed around 0.2mm, weighing in at under 2lbs / 1.7kg.
Resolution
Most portable monitors in the Prime Day deals will be 1080p (or FHD). And for smaller screens, that's absolutely fine. While I wouldn't say it's essential to get more than that, you can opt for 2K or 4K if you want the extra detail, although you won't see the benefit in the same way as you would with a full-sized 4K monitor or TV screen.
Brightness
Like any monitor, portable screens come with different brightness levels, typically measured in nits. If you plan to use your display outside, I'd opt for something with at least 500 nits. Inside, you can probably get away with 250 - 300 nits as the absolute minimum, but I'd still try to get as high as you can here.
Connectivity
In the main, portable monitors carry at least one USB-C port, which can also be used for charging those without a built-in battery, but a lot of them seem to have two of these, alongside a mini HDMI. That's useful for connecting a variety of different devices.
Battery
On the point above, it's worth seeing if your chosen display has a battery built in or can be plugged into the mains. I don't see many with these, as they pull charge from the connected device, but larger screens may have these, and they let you use them more readily on the go. Most cheap displays won't have this option.
Color gamut
While not an essential, if you plan to use your portable monitor for the likes of photo editing or other content creation, make sure to check the color gamut. I see a lot of displays hitting 100% sRGB, but DCI-P3 will be even better for professional usage.
Kickstand
To me, a kickstand is absolutely essential, and they tend to come in two varieties: a pull-out stand attached to the device (like the Nintendo Switch 2) or a cover that can prop up the monitor like a kickstand. Some screens also have brackets, like a more traditional monitor stand, or are VESA mountable. Avoid any portable monitor that no option to stand it up.
Brand
Amazon is absolutely packed with different brands, but I'd look out for the likes of Arzopa, UPerfect, InnoView, Elecrow, and Intehill, as well as more established brands like Asus and Lenovo. That's not to say cheaper brands aren't worth checking out, and you'll find some of them in this round-up, but I'd check reviews to see what other users think before commiting.
Amazon Prime Day Portable Monitor deals: FAQs
When is Amazon Prime Day 2025?
This year's Prime Day will run between July 8 and July 11. The summer sales event will draw to a close at midnight in your territory.
Will I need an Amazon Prime subscription to get Prime Day portable monitor deals
You’ll always need a Prime subscription to take advantage of these deals. But don’t roll your eyes! If you don’t have one, Amazon offers thirty-day free trials of the service for anyone who hasn’t been a customer in the past twelve months. Sign up for one of those, get those all-important deals, and cancel the trial when you’re done.
How do I become an Amazon Prime member?
You need to be an Amazon Prime member in order to get access to Prime Day deals, which costs $14.99 per month or $139 for a year.
However, new subscribers can take advantage of the 30-day Amazon Prime free trial to buy the deals. You can only use this if you've never been a member before, so it won't be available if you've used it already or if you've signed up for Amazon Prime in the past.
While on the free trial, you get all the other membership benefits including free shipping, access to Prime Video and much more. Do read our Amazon Prime review for full coverage of what you get as part of a membership. That can help you decide if you want to cancel Amazon Prime once your free trial has ended to avoid being charged the monthly fee.
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