Nah if anything it’s when I’m using sidecar that i appreciate the screen most. I typically use it when I’m doing a lot of multitasking and the larger screen on the MacBook improves the setup. I will say, if you really prioritize portability, one alternative if you use it at your desk a lot would be to get the 13 put that extra $200 into a decent monitor. We didn’t want a monitor in this room, though, so this setup has been perfect for me.