Description Waveshare 7.9inch HDMI LCD is a slim 7.9 inch capacitive touch display with a vertical 400 × 1280 resolution. It is designed for Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, mini PC, and other HDMI-capable systems that need a narrow-format touchscreen for compact HMI, dashboards, control panels, and embedded interfaces. This display combines an IPS panel, HDMI video input, and USB touch interface in a compact structure that suits both portable and fixed installations. It is a good fit for vertical touch UI, IoT control panels, smart home displays, and Raspberry Pi projects where a tall layout is more practical than a traditional horizontal screen. Features 7.9 inch LCD with 400 × 1280 resolution for vertical display layouts. Capacitive touch screen supporting multi-point touch on supported systems. HDMI video input and USB touch interface for simple connection. IPS panel for wide viewing angle and more stable color performance. Slim and compact design for embedded and portable applications. Driver-free support on supported Raspberry Pi, Ubuntu, Kali, and Windows systems. Specifications Item Specification Model 7.9inch HDMI LCD Display size 7.9 inch Resolution 400 × 1280 Panel type IPS LCD Touch type Capacitive, multi-point Video input HDMI Touch interface USB Supported systems Raspberry Pi OS, Ubuntu, Kali, Windows 11 / 10 / 8 / 7 Compatibility Raspberry Pi 4B / 3B+ / Zero W / CM4, Jetson Nano, mini PC Applications Raspberry Pi projects that need a slim vertical display. Embedded development for IoT dashboards, control panels, and smart home interfaces. PC secondary display with touch capability. Jetson Nano and mini PC touch applications. Portable devices and compact custom enclosures. Product List 7.9inch HDMI LCD x1 HDMI cable x1 USB A to Micro-B cable x1 HDMI Adapter (B) x1 USB Adapter (B) x1 HDMI Adapter (C) x1 USB Adapter (C) x1 Screws pack x1 Other Content Device and system supportThis display is suitable for Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, and Windows PCs. Its tall format is especially useful for interfaces that need more vertical content space, such as status panels, long menus, monitoring dashboards, or compact control UI layouts. Resources Waveshare Wiki: 7.9inch HDMI LCD Raspberry Pi Setup Guide Jetson Nano Setup Guide PC Touch Guide Raspberry Pi Documentation FAQ Does this display support touch input?Yes. It uses a capacitive touch panel and supports multi-point touch on supported operating systems. What hosts can it work with?It can work with Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, mini PC, and other HDMI-capable systems that support USB touch input. Is this screen good for vertical UI layouts?Yes. Its 400 × 1280 tall-format layout is especially useful for vertical dashboards, slim control panels, and compact touch terminals. Is it suitable for embedded or portable projects?Yes. The slim body, HDMI input, USB touch support, and compact format make it practical for both portable and embedded display integration.
