My laptop is from 2015. In new Thinkpad models will be easier to find compatible models with the Thinkvision monitor.
This monitor seems to match the quality of normal monitors while alternatives seem to fall very short on this regard. Regarding connectivity of alternatives is something I will need to do some research on, but the image quality being poor is something that puts me off of considering them.
No, not looking for touch or pen support. Just want a portable second monitor that offers the same image quality I have in the laptop monitor.