LG gram +view 17MT70 17" Silver 2025
The 17-inch 2560 x 1600 IPS panel with a 16:10 aspect ratio and 99% DCI-P3 coverage delivers sharp, color-accurate visuals in an 800g chassis. Its integrated kickstand, stereo speakers, and dual USB-C connectivity with power delivery make it a self-contained, cable-minimal secondary display. This monitor is best for business travelers and writers who need a lightweight, high-resolution screen for document editing and spreadsheet work on the go.
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Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
The LG gram +view 17MT70 has a gorgeous 17-inch QHD+ panel with excellent color, but the stand is flimsy and the price is steep. It's best for MacBook users who need portable screen real estate for work, not gaming. If you can find it near $395, it's worth a look.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent 2560 x 1600 IPS panel with 99% DCI-P3 color 99th
- Super light at 780g, easy to toss in a bag 91st
- USB-C plug-and-play works seamlessly with MacBooks 79th
- 16:10 aspect ratio gives useful extra vertical space 78th
Cons
- Magnetic stand/cover is unstable and poorly designed
- 60Hz refresh rate kills any gaming ambitions
- Expensive compared to other portable monitors
- No proper travel case included
What owners think
The Word on the Street
How owner sentiment changed over time
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- Q2 2024100/100
Buyers praised the portable monitor's versatility, magnetic folio stand, and compatibility with laptops. One reviewer highlighted its thinness and multiple viewing angles.
- Magnetic folio stand offers multiple viewing angles and travel protection.
- Thin design (barely over 1/4 inch) and easy portability.
- USB-C connectivity on either side for flexible placement.
- Works well as a second monitor for laptops, better than using an iPad.
- Q1 202470/100
Buyers praise the display quality and portability, but criticize the flimsy stand/cover and lack of mounting options. Some report connectivity issues with hubs.
- Display quality and resolution are excellent, great for travel.
- Stand/cover is poorly designed, flimsy, and doesn't stay closed.
- No mounting points for external stands; built-in stand is inadequate.
- Connectivity issues with USB-C hubs and HDMI adapters reported.
- Q4 202383/100
Buyers praised the screen quality, brightness, and portability, but one noted the stand is flimsy on uneven surfaces.
- Excellent screen quality, bright, crisp, and thin.
- Easy setup and works perfectly for mobile use.
- Single USB-C connection is convenient and efficient.
- Stand is flimsy and unstable on infirm surfaces.
- Q3 202350/100
Buyers praised the display quality and usefulness for remote work, but several reported sudden failure after a few months, with the monitor no longer connecting to laptops.
- Excellent display quality with good resolution, brightness, and colors.
- Multiple units stopped working after a few months, no longer recognized by laptops.
- Useful for remote work but lacks HDMI, headphone jack, and better protective cover.
- No instructions for hidden magnets in the stand; trial and error required.
- Q2 202367/100
Buyers praised the display quality and portability, but criticized the flimsy cover that fails to attach securely, requiring tape.
- Excellent resolution and easy to use; great for outdoor work.
- Cover does not stay attached; needs tape to secure.
- Cover is not intuitive and magnets are weak, but functional.
- Overall build feels flimsy and cheap; disappointment.
- Q4 202267/100
Buyers praised the monitor's picture quality, portability, and productivity boost, but reported fragility, USB-C compatibility issues, and early failures with poor LG support.
- Excellent picture quality, lightweight, and easy plug-and-play setup via USB-C.
- Screen cracked easily in padded case; magnetic stand detaches, risking drops.
- Incompatible with Intel Thunderbolt 4 ThinkPads; no image displayed.
- Early device failure within a week; LG support unresponsive and call dropped.
- Q2 202293/100
Buyers praised the LG Gram+View for its lightweight design, excellent picture quality, and easy plug-and-play setup with both LG and non-LG laptops. A minor software limitation for Mac was noted.
- Lightweight and portable, easy to carry and set up anywhere.
- Excellent picture quality with high resolution and minimal glare.
- Simple plug-and-play connectivity via USB-C with both PC and Mac.
- Software for portrait mode is PC-only; some users may miss this feature.
Based on 50 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
The panel is the star here. 2560 x 1600 at 16:10 gives you more vertical space than typical QHD, and 350 nits with 99% DCI-P3 means colors pop. It's not a gaming monitor at 60Hz, and our database puts its performance in the 22nd percentile overall, which is rough. But for documents, spreadsheets, and photo work on the go, it's genuinely pleasant. The 1200:1 contrast ratio keeps blacks decent for an IPS panel.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 17" |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 (QHD) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
| Curved | No |
| Screen Finish | matte |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 350 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit |
| HDR | Yes |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| USB-C | 2 |
| Speakers | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | No |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Tilt | No |
| Swivel | No |
| Pivot | Yes |
Features
| Webcam | No |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Power | 10 |
| Weight | 0.8 kg / 1.7 lbs |
vs Competition
Against the ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG or MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2, the LG gram +view isn't competing on gaming or raw speed. Those are high-refresh desktop monitors with OLED panels. The LG is a portable productivity tool. The Samsung Odyssey G60SD and Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA also outclass it for gaming, but they're not portable. If you need a second screen that fits in a backpack and pairs with a laptop, the LG is in a different conversation entirely. Just know you're trading performance for portability.
| Spec | LG gram +view 17MT70 17" | ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG | MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 | Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW | Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 G60SF | Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 17 | 27 | 27 | 34 | 27 | 27 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED | QD-OLED | QD-OLED | QD-OLED | QD-OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 60 | 240 | 240 | 240 | 500 | 240 |
| Response Time Ms | - | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 |
| Adaptive Sync | - | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Hdr | Yes | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 True Black | HDR10+ | DisplayHDR 400 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Portability | Display | Feature | User Sentiment | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG gram +view 17MT70 17" | 78.9 | 98.5 | 64.2 | 67.8 | 29.3 | 37 | 22.4 | 91.1 | 78.1 |
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG Compare | 96.1 | 57.8 | 97.9 | 84 | 99.2 | 90.8 | 98 | 81.4 | 99.3 |
| MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 Compare | 99.1 | 57.8 | 77.4 | 84 | 95.6 | 90.8 | 98 | 81.4 | 99.3 |
| Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW Compare | 99 | 74 | 85.8 | 89.9 | 95.6 | 90.8 | 98 | 95.4 | 98 |
| Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 G60SF Compare | 82.3 | 57.8 | 77.4 | 67.8 | 95.6 | 90.8 | 99.9 | 98.2 | 78.1 |
| Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA Compare | 84 | 57.8 | 97.9 | 84 | 92.4 | 90.8 | 98 | 81.4 | 66.8 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Pricing is all over the place. US listings range from $395 to $460, so shop around. At the low end, it's a premium but justifiable price for a 17-inch QHD+ portable panel with this color accuracy. At $460, it's harder to swallow, especially when the stand feels like an afterthought. If you can snag it near $395, the display quality makes it worth considering. Just budget for a third-party stand or case.
We started tracking prices for this product on Oct 23, 2026. The chart appears once we have more data.
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Overview
The LG gram +view 17MT70 is a 17-inch portable monitor that pairs beautifully with laptops, especially MacBooks. It's light at 780g, packs a 2560 x 1600 IPS panel with 99% DCI-P3 color, and connects over USB-C without fuss. On paper, it's a road warrior's dream for extra screen real estate.
But the stand is a problem. The magnetic cover that doubles as a stand is flimsy and unstable, and several owners report it just doesn't hold up. The display itself is crisp and bright, but the accessory design and warranty support leave a sour taste.
Common Questions
Q: Does this work with a MacBook Air M2?
Yes, multiple owners confirm it works seamlessly with MacBook Air M2 via USB-C. The 2560 x 1600 resolution scales well with macOS.
Q: Can I use this for gaming?
Not really. It's capped at 60Hz, which is fine for casual use but not ideal for fast-paced games. Our database ranks its gaming performance in the 43rd percentile.
Q: Is the stand sturdy enough for travel?
No, the magnetic cover stand is widely criticized as unstable. Many owners recommend buying a third-party stand or case for reliable use on the go.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this if you need a stable, durable setup for frequent travel. The magnetic stand is a known weak point, and there's no proper case included. Gamers should also look elsewhere, the 60Hz refresh rate and 22nd percentile performance score make it a poor fit for anything beyond casual use. If you're on a tight budget, cheaper portable monitors with similar panels exist.
Verdict
Buy this if you're a MacBook user who wants a big, color-accurate second screen for travel or coffee shop work. The display quality is genuinely great, and the USB-C connection is painless. But if you need a stable stand, a proper case, or any gaming capability, look elsewhere. The flimsy magnetic cover and 60Hz cap are real compromises.
Usage Scores
- Overall61.8
- Gaming42.9
- Office56.7
- Creative63.7
- Portable99.4
- Professional60.4
- Entertainment48
