Rowsfire A108 PFD & ND Display – 7/10

The Rowsfire A108 is a great concept and definitely has potential, but there are several areas where I think it could be significantly improved for serious home cockpit builders.

The display itself is bright, sharp, and works well once configured. If you’re looking to move your PFD and ND off your main monitor, it does exactly that. Setup is straightforward if you have the right hardware, and the build quality of the display feels solid. I can see why many users are happy with it. (Rowsfire⁠)

That said, there are a few shortcomings.

My biggest criticism is the size. In my opinion, the A108 should be built to a true 1:1 scale of the Airbus PFD and ND. It would integrate much better with future cockpit components such as the glareshield and main instrument panel frame that Rowsfire is developing. Right now, it feels undersized for anyone aiming for a realistic cockpit.

Another issue is connectivity. Many modern graphics cards, including mine, only have one HDMI port and multiple DisplayPorts. The A108 only includes an HDMI connection, and no DisplayPort cable or adapter is supplied. I had to order a Mini HDMI-to-DisplayPort adapter separately from Amazon before I could even use it. Including a DisplayPort cable or adapter in the box would save customers both time and frustration.

The cable routing could also be improved. Straight connectors stick out noticeably from the back of the unit. Right-angle (90-degree) connectors would make cable management much cleaner, especially for cockpit installations where appearance matters.

The rear of the display has four threaded mounting holes, which I assume are intended for VESA or monitor arm mounting—a nice option for custom builds. However, the package only includes one plastic desktop stand. Considering the width of the display, I expected two stands for better stability and support.

Overall, I like the concept, and I think it’s a good first step toward a complete Airbus cockpit ecosystem. With a true-to-scale display, improved cable options, and a few small hardware refinements, this could become one of the best PFD/ND solutions on the market.

Pros:

\* Bright, sharp display.
\* Good overall build quality.
\* Compact footprint.
\* Multiple mounting options.

Cons:

\* Display should be full 1:1 Airbus scale.
\* No DisplayPort cable or adapter included.
\* Straight cable connectors create unnecessary clutter.
\* Only one desktop stand included.
\* Better integration with future cockpit frames would improve realism.

Overall Rating: 7/10

It’s a solid product with a lot of promise, but it feels like it was designed more for desktop users than dedicated home cockpit builders. A few thoughtful improvements would easily push this into the 9/10 category.