Ricoh 150 15.6" Multi-Touch Portable Review
The Ricoh 150 portable monitor is all about that OLED glow on the go, but its dim screen and basic stand hold it back from being a true star.
The 30-Second Version
A fantastic travel monitor let down by mediocre brightness. Get it for the OLED panel and featherweight design, but keep your expectations in check for anything beyond casual indoor use.
Overview
The Ricoh 150 is a solid portable monitor that gets one big thing right: it's incredibly light and easy to carry. At just over a pound, it's one of the most compact 15.6-inch displays we've tested. But that focus on portability comes with some clear trade-offs. The 1080p OLED panel looks great for movies and general use, but the 300-nit brightness and basic tilt-only stand mean it's not trying to be your primary screen.
Performance
The OLED panel is the star here. It delivers those deep, inky blacks and vibrant colors you'd expect, which makes watching videos or browsing photos a real treat on the go. The 1ms response time is a nice spec, but at 60Hz, this isn't a gaming monitor. It's plenty fast for productivity and media, and it scores in the 86th percentile for performance in our portable monitor database, which is impressive for its size and price.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Extremely lightweight and portable – it's a true travel companion. 100th
- OLED panel delivers excellent contrast and color for the price. 84th
- Simple USB-C connectivity with power delivery makes setup a breeze. 78th
- Includes a sleeve and cable clamps, which is a nice touch. 70th
Cons
- Only 300 nits of brightness – fine indoors, but forget using it in direct sunlight.
- The tilt-only stand is pretty basic; you can't adjust the height.
- 1080p resolution on a 15.6" screen is fine, but it's not super sharp for text.
- Built-in speakers are a checkbox feature; you'll want headphones.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 1920 (Full HD) |
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 1.07 Billion Colors (8-Bit+FRC) |
Connectivity
| USB-C | 1 |
| Speakers | Yes |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Tilt | Yes |
| Swivel | No |
| Pivot | No |
Features
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.2 lbs |
Value & Pricing
At around $300, the Ricoh 150 is a fair deal. You're paying for that OLED panel and the ultra-portable form factor. If you need a super light secondary screen for travel or a coffee shop setup, it's worth it. If you just want a cheap extra monitor for your desk, there are better values.
Price History
vs Competition
This sits in a weird spot. It's not trying to compete with high-refresh gaming beasts like the MSI MPG 321URX or color-accurate workhorses like the ASUS ProArt OLED. Its real competition is other portable monitors. Compared to something like an Asus ZenScreen, the Ricoh 150's OLED screen gives it a visual edge, but you might sacrifice a bit of brightness or a more versatile stand. It's a trade-off between picture quality and outright utility.
| Spec | Ricoh 150 15.6" Multi-Touch Portable | LG UltraGear LG - UltraGear 27" IPS Dual Mode (4K UHD 180Hz, | ASUS ROG Strix ASUS ROG Strix 27 inch UHD 4K 160Hz IPS AMD | Samsung Odyssey Samsung Odyssey G7 27" UHD 4K 144Hz IPS AMD | MSI MAG MSI 27" UHD DUAL MODE 4K 160Hz FHD 320Hz FreeSync | BenQ Mobiuz BenQ MOBIUZ EX271U 27" 4K HDR 165 Hz Gaming |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 15.600000381469727 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS | IPS | IPS | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 | 180 | 160 | 144 | 160 | 165 |
| Response Time Ms | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 | 1 |
| Adaptive Sync | - | G-Sync Compatible | G-Sync Compatible | G-Sync Compatible | G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium |
| Hdr | - | HDR400 | HDR10 | HDR10+ | HDR1000 | HDR10 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Compact | Display | Feature | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ricoh 150 15.6" Multi-Touch Portable | 70.1 | 99.8 | 58.9 | 69.2 | 57.7 | 83.7 | 78 |
| LG UltraGear 27" Dual Mode Compare | 89.8 | 80.4 | 90.5 | 82.4 | 96.5 | 94.1 | 99.9 |
| ASUS ROG Strix 27 inch Compare | 97.4 | 88.5 | 90.5 | 82.4 | 96.5 | 91.1 | 98.9 |
| Samsung Odyssey G7 27" Compare | 95.1 | 78.7 | 90.5 | 82.4 | 96.5 | 90 | 98.9 |
| MSI MAG 27" Compare | 97.1 | 80.4 | 90.5 | 82.4 | 96.5 | 97.6 | 96.7 |
| BenQ Mobiuz EX271U 27" Compare | 92 | 88.5 | 90.5 | 82.4 | 96.5 | 92.1 | 91.8 |
Common Questions
Q: Is this good for photo editing?
The OLED colors are great, but the 1080p resolution isn't ideal for fine detail work, and the brightness is limited. It's okay for quick edits on the go, but not for serious color grading.
Q: Can I use it with my gaming laptop?
Sure, it'll work fine as a second screen. Just don't expect high refresh rates for gaming. It's 60Hz, so it's better for having Discord or a walkthrough open on the side.
Q: Does it need a separate power cable?
Nope, that's the beauty of it. One USB-C cable from your laptop can handle both video and power (up to 45W), as long as your laptop supports it. It keeps your bag clutter-free.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for a primary monitor or need to do color-critical work in a bright room, this isn't it. Go get a proper desktop OLED like the ASUS ProArt or a brighter portable IPS panel instead. Also, hardcore gamers should skip—this is a 60Hz panel.
Verdict
We recommend the Ricoh 150 if your top priority is a lightweight, good-looking portable display for media consumption and light productivity on the move. The OLED screen is a genuine perk at this price. But if you need high brightness for outdoor use, a height-adjustable stand, or a primary monitor for detailed work, you should look elsewhere.