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Large 15.6-inch Full HD Touch Display with Case for Premium Raspberry Pi and PC Projects

The 15.6inch Capacitive Touch Screen LCD with Case is the biggest display in this Waveshare group and the best choice when you need more room for full dashboards, media playback, or demo-ready touch interfaces. Its 1920×1080 IPS panel gives you Full HD clarity with wide viewing angles, while the 10-point capacitive touch panel supports more natural interaction.

This model includes a case, toughened glass cover, HDMI and VGA input, a built-in Hi-Fi speaker, and a 3.5mm audio jack. It is a strong fit for trade show displays, smart home control hubs, digital signage, and premium embedded UI projects.

Important: Official Waveshare docs say touch point count depends on the operating system. Raspberry Pi OS and Windows support 10-point touch, while Ubuntu and some other systems are listed as single-point touch.

Why you'll love it

  • 15.6-inch Full HD screen: Best for big dashboards, media, and readable touch UIs
  • 10-point capacitive touch: Smooth, modern touch response
  • Case included: Looks cleaner in finished installs
  • Hi-Fi speaker and 3.5mm audio: Useful for media and interactive displays
  • HDMI and VGA input: More flexible for older and newer source devices
  • Wide platform support: Works with Raspberry Pi, Jetson, PCs, and game consoles

Good fit for

This display works well for Large premium touch screens. It is a practical choice if you want an official Waveshare HDMI screen with clear setup docs and strong compatibility with Raspberry Pi workflows.

Waveshare display lineup comparison

Model Size Resolution Touch Panel Interface Case Best for
3.5inch HDMI LCD 3.5" 480×320 Resistive (SPI) IPS HDMI No Small dashboards and handheld use
5inch HDMI LCD 5" 800×480 Resistive (SPI) TFT HDMI No Budget Raspberry Pi touch builds
7inch HDMI LCD 7" 1024×600 Resistive (SPI) IPS HDMI No Mid-size dashboards and HMIs
10.1inch HDMI LCD 10.1" 1024×600 Resistive (SPI) IPS HDMI No Large HMIs and workbench displays
7inch HDMI LCD (H) with Case 7" 1024×600 Capacitive, 5-point (USB) IPS HDMI / VGA Yes Ready-to-deploy kiosk and desktop use
10.1inch HDMI LCD (B) with Case 10.1" 1280×800 Capacitive, 10-point (USB) IPS HDMI Yes Higher-res touch dashboards
13.3inch HDMI LCD (H) (with case) V2 13.3" 1920×1080 Capacitive, 10-point (USB) IPS HDMI / VGA Yes Premium Full HD touch displays
15.6inch HDMI LCD (H) with Case ← this model 15.6" 1920×1080 Capacitive, 10-point (USB) IPS HDMI / VGA Yes Large premium touch screens
11.9inch HDMI LCD 11.9" 320×1480 Capacitive, 5-point (USB) IPS HDMI No Portrait dashboards and side screens

Technical specifications

Screen Size 15.6"
Resolution 1920×1080
Display Interface HDMI / VGA
Display Panel IPS
Viewing Angle 178°
Touch Type Capacitive
Touch Points 10-point
Touch Interface USB
Touch Panel Toughened glass
Audio Hi-Fi speaker + 3.5mm jack
Enclosure Polycarbonate case
Best Fit Large-format dashboards, signage, media, premium touch installs
System Support Raspberry Pi OS / Ubuntu / Kali / Retropie; Jetson Nano; Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7; Xbox / PS4 / Switch display support

Official Waveshare resources

Official product page
Official wiki / setup guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this work with Raspberry Pi? Yes. Official Waveshare resources list Raspberry Pi support for this model.
How is touch connected? This model uses Capacitive, 10-point (USB).
Can I use it with a PC? Yes. Official Waveshare documentation lists PC support for this model. Touch behavior can vary by operating system, so check the official wiki for setup notes.
Does it include a case? Yes. This model includes a case.

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