Description Waveshare 2.8inch USB Monitor is a compact 2.8 inch USB secondary screen designed for desktop monitoring, PC case display, AIO water-cooler screen projects, and creative USB display applications. It features a 480 × 640 LCD panel, USB Type-C connection, and integrated RGB ambient lighting, making it useful for system status display, animated themes, visual dashboards, and decorative setup builds. This all-in-one design combines the display, controller, and interface into a single unit, so it is much easier to deploy than a conventional small HDMI monitor. It is especially suitable for PC case secondary screen, water cooler screen, desktop hardware monitoring, creative ambient display, and compact USB-driven embedded or maker projects. Features 2.8 inch LCD screen with 480 × 640 resolution. USB Type-C monitor design for simple one-cable power and data connection. All-in-one screen structure with integrated controller and interface. RGB ambient lighting for stronger desktop visual effect. Supports Windows, Linux, and Raspberry Pi environments. Suitable for desktop monitoring, AIO water-cooler screen use, and creative display projects. Supports dynamic themes, video background, and music spectrum analysis through the official software ecosystem. Specifications Item Specification Model 2.8inch USB Monitor Display size 2.8 inch LCD Resolution 480 × 640 pixels Interface USB Type-C Power supply Powered directly via USB Lighting Integrated RGB ambient LEDs Compatibility Windows / Linux / Raspberry Pi Form factor Compact desktop secondary screen for PC case and monitoring use Applications Desktop dashboard for CPU, GPU, memory, and network monitoring. PC case secondary screen and AIO water-cooler display use. Creative RGB desktop projects with animated themes and ambient effects. Media and notification display for compact status information. Educational and maker projects involving USB display control and UI design. Product List 2.8inch Silver 2.8inch USB Monitor W x1 Magnetic holder x1 Round double-sided tape (diameter 50mm) x1 4GB TF card x1 9PIN to 4PIN USB cable ~1m x1 USB Type-A to Type-C cable ~1m x1 2.8inch Black 2.8inch USB Monitor B x1 Magnetic holder x1 Round double-sided tape (diameter 50mm) x1 4GB TF card x1 9PIN to 4PIN USB cable ~1m x1 USB Type-A to Type-C cable ~1m x1 Other Content One-cable desktop screen conceptThis monitor is designed so that power and data transmission can be handled through a single USB connection, which makes installation much easier than using a conventional HDMI display in a PC case or desktop environment. Software ecosystemThe official solution emphasizes theme switching, dynamic video background, visual theme editing, music spectrum analysis, and hardware monitoring. That makes it more than a simple small monitor and positions it as a dedicated desktop status display platform. Resources Waveshare Wiki: 2.8inch USB Monitor Installation Guide Software Guide Theme Editor Guide Raspberry Pi Documentation FAQ What is this product mainly used for?It is mainly used as a USB desktop secondary screen, PC case monitor, or AIO water-cooler screen for hardware monitoring, themes, and visual effects. Does it need HDMI?No. This model is designed around USB connection rather than standard HDMI monitor use, which helps simplify cable routing and installation. Can it show hardware monitoring data and custom themes?Yes. The official software ecosystem is designed for system monitoring, theme switching, dynamic background, and other dashboard-style functions. Are there different color versions?Yes. The official packing information lists both Silver and Black versions, and the package contents are shown separately for each version.
