Three Divoom smart displays sit on the same shelf. All three connect to the Divoom App. All three show pixel art, clock faces, weather widgets, and notifications. Yet they produce completely different desk experiences depending on which one you bring home. The Times Gate is a five-screen dashboard for live data. The Times Frame is a photo-first floating display with smart widgets. The Pixoo-64 is a large pixel art LED canvas.
Here is the honest take: none of these is "the best" in general. Each one is the best for a specific desk goal. This guide breaks down exactly what each display does, who it fits, and which one you should choose based on your own setup.
Meet the Three Smart Displays
Times Gate: The Multi-Screen Data Dashboard
The Times Gate is a five-screen smart desk dashboard. Each of its 128x128 LCD panels runs independently, giving you live data across five surfaces at once. Picture one screen showing your YouTube subscriber count, another tracking Bitcoin price, a third displaying your calendar, and two more acting as world clocks or weather widgets.
The dual-edge RGB ambient lighting with 12 customizable effects adds a futuristic desk glow that matches gaming, streaming, or productivity setups. You control everything through the Divoom App, choosing what data each screen shows and switching between community-designed clock faces and pixel animations. Available in Silver, Pink, and Yellow.
Times Gate turns your desk into a live data command center with five independent LCD screens.Price: $119.99 | Best for: Gamers, creators, streamers, traders, and anyone who wants live data zones on their desk.
Times Frame: The Photo-First Floating Smart Display
The Times Frame takes a completely different approach. Instead of multiple data screens, it gives you one transparent IPS display that creates a floating 3D depth effect. Its primary job is showing photos, short videos, and personal memories — making it feel more like a framed picture than a tech gadget.
Upload photos and videos from your phone through the Divoom App, and the built-in 64GB storage holds over 700,000 images or 6,000 minutes of video. Multi-user sharing lets family members send photos from anywhere. Choose from 400+ clock face designs, set countdown timers, check live weather, or display pixel art from the Divoom community. It also includes basic smart widgets for stock tickers and calendar-style information. Available in Black, Pink, and Beige.
Price: $180.99 | Best for: Home office, family photo display, thoughtful gifts, and anyone who wants a personal desk display with smart daily context.
Pixoo-64: The Large-Format Pixel Art Canvas
The Pixoo-64 is built for one thing: displaying pixel art at a scale that commands attention. Its 64x64 LED panel is the largest canvas in the Pixoo lineup, making every pixel visible from across the room. This is a pixel art display first — and a smart gadget second.
It doubles as a social media counter for YouTube, Twitch, and Instagram — perfect for streamers who want their follower count visible on camera. Browse millions of community-created designs, upload your own pixel art, or display clock faces, weather, and calendar widgets. The Pixoo-64 connects via dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth, all controlled through the Divoom App. Its real strength is visual presence rather than data density or photo storage.
Price: $129.99 | Best for: Pixel art enthusiasts, gamers, streamers, and anyone who wants a bold visual centerpiece on their desk.
Smart Display Comparison Table
Here is how the three displays compare across the dimensions that matter most for choosing your smart display:
| Feature |
Times Gate Multi-screen desk dashboard |
Times Frame Photo-first smart display |
 Pixoo-64Large pixel art canvas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main role | Five-screen data dashboard for live info and pixel energy | Photo and video display with daily widgets and clock faces | Large pixel art LED canvas with social counter |
| Display | 5 independent LCD screens (128x128 each) | 1 transparent IPS screen (floating 3D effect) | 1 large LED panel (64x64) |
| Storage | Cloud-based — real-time data feeds | 64GB built-in (700K+ photos / 6,000 min video) | Cloud-based — art and designs streamed via app |
| Photos & videos | Not designed for photo display | Core feature — upload, slideshow, multi-user sharing | Pixel art and GIFs only |
| Live data | Stocks, crypto, social counters, calendar, world clocks | Basic widgets (weather, clock, stock ticker) | Weather, clock, calendar, social counter |
| Pixel art | Per-screen pixel art and GIFs | Display and upload pixel art | Full-canvas art — biggest canvas |
| RGB lighting | Dual-edge ambient with 12 effects | Side RGB ambient glow | LED pixels create ambiance |
| Connection | Divoom App (WiFi) | Divoom App (WiFi) | Divoom App (dual-band WiFi + Bluetooth) |
| Price | $119.99 | $180.99 | $129.99 |
Choose Times Gate if:
- You monitor stocks, crypto, or real-time data throughout the day
- You want five independent screens for separated information zones
- You are a creator or streamer who needs live social stats visible at all times
Choose Times Frame if:
- You want to display photos, videos, and personal memories on your desk
- You prefer a warmer, calmer display that feels like framed decor
- You need a thoughtful gift that combines photos with smart daily widgets
Choose Pixoo-64 if:
- Creating and displaying pixel art is your main goal
- You want a large, bold LED canvas that reads clearly from across the room
- You stream and want a camera-visible social media counter
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Times Frame show live data like stocks?
Times Frame includes basic smart widgets for weather, clock, and stock tickers, but its primary role is displaying photos, videos, and pixel art. If you need extensive live data monitoring across multiple sources, the Times Gate is the better choice with its five dedicated screens for real-time data feeds.
Which display has the best pixel art quality?
The Pixoo-64 offers the largest and most detailed pixel art canvas at 64x64 LEDs. The Times Gate shows pixel art across five smaller screens, while the Times Frame includes pixel art display alongside photos. If pixel art is your priority, the Pixoo-64's full-canvas format gives you the most visual impact.
Can I connect all three to the same Divoom App?
Yes. The free Divoom App on iOS and Android controls all three displays. You can browse the community gallery, upload custom art, adjust settings, and manage widgets from a single app regardless of which product you own. The app also supports switching between multiple devices if you own more than one display.
Which one is best as a gift?
It depends on the recipient. The Times Frame ($180.99) is the best gift for parents, partners, and anyone who would appreciate a personal photo display with smart widgets. The Times Gate ($119.99) works well for gamers, creators, and tech enthusiasts. The Pixoo-64 ($129.99) is ideal for pixel art lovers and streamers.
Can Times Gate display photos?
Times Gate is designed as a data dashboard, not a photo frame. While it can display pixel art and GIFs on each screen, it is not built for photo slideshows. If displaying photos is your main goal, the Times Frame is the right choice with its 64GB storage and photo-first interface.
Do I need the Divoom App for these displays to work?
Initial setup requires the Divoom App for WiFi configuration and account setup. After setup, basic functions like clock and alarm work independently, but changing content, adjusting widgets, and browsing community designs require the app. The app is available for free on iOS and Android.
Find Your Smart Display Match
The simplest way to choose is to ask what you will look at most often. If you need live data zones, choose Times Gate. If you want photos and memories on your desk, choose Times Frame. If pixel art is your main language, choose Pixoo-64.
Each display serves a different desk personality. Pick the one whose role feels obvious before you even plug it in. Browse the full Smart Pixel Displays collection to explore all your options.
