LG gram +view 16MR70 16" Silver 2025
BenQ MA270U 27" Gray 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
BenQ MA270U 27" Gray 2024
The BenQ MA270U is overwhelmingly praised by Mac users for its exceptional color accuracy and sharpness, which closely matches Apple's Retina display. Reviewers highlight the easy USB-C connectivity, matte finish that reduces glare, and the value it offers at a fraction of the cost of Apple's own monitor. A few users note the premium price, but most agree it is worth the investment for a high-quality external display.
Pros
- Exceptional color accuracy and sharpness
- Easy USB-C connectivity
- Matte finish reduces glare
- Great value compared to Apple monitor
- Simple and quick setup
Cons
- Premium price point
- No built-in webcam
- Requires AC power, not USB-powered
- No built-in speakers mentioned by some
Scores
Specifications
| LG gram +view 16MR70 16" | BenQ MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 30 ms | 5 ms★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 6-Bit+FRC | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 0 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 2 | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | 8W★ | 220W |
| Weight | 0.66 kg★ | 8.20 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)
BenQ MA270U 27" Gray 2024
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
Pricing
BenQ MA270U 27" Gray 2024 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 29 specs.
