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ASUS VT168HR 15.6-inch 10-point touch monitor: features and who it suits

A 15.6-inch portable-size touchscreen monitor with 10-point touch, HDMI and VGA inputs, VESA mounting and a tilting stand. What the specs mean and what it suits.

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The ASUS VT168HR is a 15.6-inch monitor with a 10-point touchscreen. It connects over HDMI or VGA and takes touch input through a separate USB cable. ASUS positions it for uses that rely on touch, such as virtual keyboards, multi-touch applications, extra screens and point-of-sale setups.

How the touchscreen works

The VT168HR supports 10-point touch, meaning it can register up to ten fingers at once. That allows pinch, zoom and swipe gestures, and two-handed input on a virtual keyboard. Touch data travels over a USB type-B cable that is included, separate from the video cable. Both cables need to be connected to your computer for touch to work.

Display and resolution

The screen is 15.6 inches with a Full HD label and a 1366 x 768 resolution in the listing's title. Strictly, 1366 x 768 is a lower resolution than the 1920 x 1080 most people call Full HD, so check the manufacturer's specifications to be sure of what the panel delivers. At this screen size, 1366 x 768 gives larger-looking text and interface elements, which is workable for kiosks, order screens and utility displays.

Tilt, mounting and placement

The stand tilts from -5° to 30°. ASUS says that range suits uses as an extended monitor or a POS machine. The slim body also has a VESA 75 x 75mm mount pattern, so it can go on a compatible wall bracket or arm. Dimensions in the listing are about 7.4 x 14.8 x 11.0 inches (roughly 19 x 38 x 28 cm) including the stand.

Connections and what's in the box

Inputs are HDMI (v1.4) and VGA. VGA is an older analogue connection still found on older PCs, projectors and some commercial equipment; HDMI is the common digital one. The box contains a power cord, an HDMI cable, a USB type-B cable for touch, a Quick Start Guide and a warranty card.

Eye Care features

ASUS says the monitor carries its Eye Care technology, with TÜV Rheinland-certified flicker-free and low blue light features. Flicker-free backlighting avoids the rapid brightness changes some screens use to dim, and a low blue light mode shifts the colour balance warmer. These are the brand's stated features, and the details are in the manual.

Who it suits

The VT168HR suits small shops and counters needing a touch screen for sales or ordering, workshops with a control panel, people who want a second touch display beside a laptop, and anyone building a kiosk or interactive display with a mounting arm. It is less suited to detailed photo or video work, where a higher-resolution panel is more usual.

What to check before you buy

  • Operating system support: confirm that your computer supports USB touch input and which versions of Windows or other systems the manufacturer lists.
  • Ports on your computer: check you have a free HDMI or VGA output and a USB port for touch.
  • Resolution: confirm that 1366 x 768 suits the software and screen space you need.
  • Mounting: check your arm or bracket matches the VESA 75 x 75mm pattern.
  • Power: the monitor uses a power cord, so plan for a nearby outlet.
  • Included offers: any bundled software promotion has an end date; check the terms.

The short version

  • A 15.6-inch 10-point touch monitor with HDMI (v1.4) and VGA inputs.
  • Touch runs over a USB type-B cable that is included in the box.
  • Tilts from -5° to 30° with VESA 75 x 75mm mounting.
  • ASUS Eye Care with TÜV Rheinland-certified flicker-free and low blue light features.

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