What is the best portable screen for Mac mini users?

Hi all :)

I would like to buy portable screen 14"-16" so I can use my Mac mini on location. I have MacBook Pro 2020, but it's sometimes too slow for my needs. I have a budget around 400£. I do photography and retouching. If screen has 100% sRGB or DCI - enough for me. I don't want to buy any new MacBook as long my old is still working for me as it will be wasting money. If anyone has a personal experience, not from YouTube ;) I will be appreciate for sharing with me your user experience.

Have a nice day




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Mac mini, macOS 15.6

Posted on Nov 5, 2025 11:26 PM

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Nov 5, 2025 11:46 PM in response to fullpose

"mac mini portable screen: Hi all :) I would like to buy portable screen 14"-16" so I can use my Mac mini on location. I have MacBook Pro 2020, but it's sometimes too slow for my needs. I have a budget around 400£.[...]"

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Using a Small Screen:

You might want to consider using a small Brookstone projector with a small portable projector screen. They are small and would go right on your desk. Works like a charm for me for my photo editing. You'll find plenty on eBay. Though they are no longer manufactured, there are plenty of them out there. I use mine for displaying projects and making presentations, right on my desk.

Nov 6, 2025 1:57 AM in response to fullpose

"What is the best portable screen for Mac mini users?"

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Best Portable Screen for Mac mini Users:

"The best portable screen for a Mac mini depends on your needs, but excellent options include the ViewSonic VX1655-4K-OLED for high-end visual quality, the Arzopa Z1FC for a budget-friendly choice, or using an iPad Pro for a versatile, no-power solution. Other popular choices include sleek options from SOTU Elite and Espresso, which offer premium features in thin designs."


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Nov 5, 2025 11:51 PM in response to fullpose

"mac mini portable screen: [...]if screen has 100% sRGB or DCI - enough for me. I don't want to buy any new MacBook as long my old is still working for me as it will be wasting money. If anyone has a personal experience, not from YouTube ;) I will be appreciate for sharing with me your user experience. Have a nice day"

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Troubleshooting a Slow Mac:

Too much is likely running in the background. System resources are probably being eaten up quite a bit. So, here is what to try....


Boot into Safe Mode [Hold Down: shift key upon boot] and then perform the following:


A. Remove: Login Items:

See if Safari and/or Chrome are Login Items. If so, remove them as such and then restart the Mac, seeing if it/they no longer load(s) at login.  Go Here: Change Users & Groups Login Items preferences on Mac - Apple Support.


B. Uninstall: Security Software:

Any Security Software installed on your computer? If so, uninstall it. Use the Uninstaller for to do so, getting the Uninstaller directly from my Developer’s site, as getting it else where may result in Malware or Spyware being installed. If you are uncertain which to download, then as the Developer. What is it doing is running you through VPN (Virtual Private Network), and your location is seen elsewhere — perhaps a location that this site is inaccessible to.


C. Scan: your Mac for Malware: 

Use MalwareBytes for Mac --- This is software that searches for malware/adware. So, scan with it and then remove what is found. Once removed, uninstall MalwareBytes for Mac. Then restart the Mac.

Downloads:

  1. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware for Mac
  2. Malwarebytes Uninstaller


D. Clean: Space:

Delete: Unneeded, Large Files:

Remove all unneeded files from your TV and Music Libraries. Full-Movies take up 2-4GB typically, and a bunch of those would take up a load of storage, ideally. So, if you have any movies that are not needed, then delete them.  Virtual Machines can be in the double and triple digits of GBs of data.


E. Clear: Temporary Internet Files:

  • Cookies perform remembrance of certain site-entered data.
  • Cache keeps a snapshot of the last time you visited a site.

Go Here: Clear the History and Cookies from Safari on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch - Apple Support

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