LG gram +view 16MR70 16" Silver 2025
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
LG gram +view 16MR70 16" Silver 2025
The LG Gram +View 16" portable monitor is widely praised for its slim, lightweight design and excellent picture quality, making it a favorite for mobile productivity. Many users appreciate the simple plug-and-play USB-C connectivity and the convenience of a second screen on the go. However, significant complaints include a flimsy magnetic folio cover/stand, occasional compatibility issues with non-LG laptops or Thunderbolt 4 ports, and a lack of on-screen controls beyond brightness. A few units have failed prematurely, and some users find the price high for the feature set.
Pros
- Slim and lightweight design
- Excellent picture quality and resolution
- Easy plug-and-play USB-C connectivity
- Great for mobile productivity
- Matte screen reduces glare
Cons
- Flimsy magnetic folio cover/stand
- Compatibility issues with non-LG laptops
- No on-screen controls besides brightness
- No HDMI or headphone jack
- Some units failed prematurely
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
This Samsung QD-OLED monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning colors, deep blacks, and exceptional responsiveness. Users highlight the 360Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time as game-changers for competitive gaming, with many noting a noticeable improvement in gameplay. A few minor concerns include color fringing on text (typical for QD-OLED at 1440p) and occasional random flicker, but these are generally considered negligible. The build quality is praised as premium and sturdy, and the anti-glare coating is effective in most lighting conditions.
Pros
- Stunning vibrant colors
- Deep inky blacks
- 360Hz refresh rate
- 0.03ms response time
- Premium metal build quality
Cons
- Color fringing on text
- Occasional random flicker
- Limited menu customization
- Power cord is US plug (not EU)
- No mounting screws included
Scores
Specifications
| LG gram +view 16MR70 16" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | QD-OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 30 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 6-Bit+FRC | 10-Bit★ |
| HDR | — | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 0 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 1 |
| USB-C | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | 8W★ | 140W |
| Weight | 0.66 kg★ | 6.90 kg |
Pros & Cons
LG gram +view 16MR70 16" Silver 2025
- Strong portability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong color (69th percentile)
- Below average performance (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
LG gram +view 16MR70 16" Silver 2025 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 30 specs.
