Abstract: An apparatus of dual-monitor portable computer and operational method thereof is a portable computer with another sub-monitor which is configured on the lid. The sub-monitor can display different menu for the user to determine which functionality shall execute. The apparatus includes at least CPU, north bridge chipset, south bridge chipset, system memory, a first display monitor, coupling to the north bridge chipset, and a secondary display monitor, the sub-monitor coupling to a keyboard controller and a programmable logic controller. The apparatus also includes BIOS and a or plurality of hotkeys, coupling to the keyboard controller, to assist the user's operation.