ViewSonic VG1655 16" Black 2020

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1,653)

Dual USB-C ports with 60W power delivery enable single-cable video, audio, and charging to reduce clutter, while the 15.6-inch 1080p IPS panel provides consistent colors across 178-degree viewing angles. Weighing just 1000g and featuring a built-in stand with a magnetic cover, it prioritizes grab-and-go portability for a clutter-free setup. This monitor is best for business travelers and remote workers who need a lightweight, easy-to-connect second screen for documents and spreadsheets.

Screen 15.600000381469727"
Resolution 1920 x 1080
Panel IPS
Refresh 60 Hz
response time ms 14
HDR HDR10
ViewSonic VG1655 16" Black 2020 monitor
40 Overall Score
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Snapshot

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong portability (99th percentile) 99th
  • Strong social proof (81st percentile) 81st
  • Strong connectivity (78th percentile) 78th
  • Strong feature (70th percentile) 70th

Cons

  • Below average performance (2nd percentile)
  • Below average color (3rd percentile)
  • Below average display (22nd percentile)
  • Below average ergonomic (24th percentile)

What owners think

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Based on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.

Owner sentiment has cooled since launch
1★2★3★4★5★Q1 '21: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ1 '22: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ2 '22: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '22: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ1 '24: 5.0★ · 2 reviewsQ4 '24: 5.0★ · 3 reviewsQ1 '25: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ2 '25: 5.0★ · 2 reviewsQ3 '25: 4.0★ · 2 reviewsQ1 '26: 1.0★ · 1 review1111212231221Q1 '21Q1 '22Q2 '22Q4 '22Q2 '23Q4 '23Q1 '24Q2 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q1 '26
Avg ratingHappy (4-5★)Unhappy (1-2★)Bar height = number of reviews

Based on 20 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

Performance Percentiles

Color 2.5
Portability 99.1
Display 21.6
Feature 69.7
Ergonomic 24
Performance 2
Connectivity 78.4
Social Proof 80.6

Specifications

Full Specifications

Display

Size 15.6"
Resolution 1920x1080 (Full HD)
Panel Type IPS
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Curved No

Performance

Refresh Rate 60 Hz
Response Time 14

Color & HDR

Brightness 250 nits
Color Gamut 16.2 Million Colors (6-Bit+FRC)
Color Depth 6-bit+FRC
HDR HDR10
HDR Support HDR10

Connectivity

HDMI Ports 1
DisplayPort 0
USB-C 2
Speakers Yes
Headphone Jack Yes

Ergonomics

Height Adjustable No
Tilt Yes
Swivel No
Pivot No

Features

Webcam No
Touchscreen No
Power 8
Weight 0.8 kg / 1.8 lbs

vs Competition

Spec ViewSonic VG1655 16" ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B Samsung Odyssey G7 G75F BenQ MA Series MA270U
Screen Size 15.600000381469727 26.5 27 27 37 27
Resolution 1920 x 1080 2560 x 1440 2560 x 1440 2560 x 1440 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160
Panel Type IPS OLED QD-OLED OLED VA IPS
Refresh Rate 60 240 240 480 165 60
Response Time Ms 14 0.029999999329447746 0.029999999329447746 0.029999999329447746 1 5
Adaptive Sync - FreeSync Premium Pro FreeSync Premium Pro FreeSync Premium Pro FreeSync Premium Pro -
Hdr HDR10 HDR10 DisplayHDR True Black 400 DisplayHDR True Black 400 HDR10+ HDR10
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product ColorPortabilityDisplayFeatureErgonomicPerformanceConnectivitySocial Proof
ViewSonic VG1655 16" 2.599.121.669.724278.480.6
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Compare 96.968.778.369.790.698.193.490.3
MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 Compare 99.158.67984.790.698.18299.4
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B Compare 80.258.67969.790.699.898.298.1
Samsung Odyssey G7 G75F Compare 89.350.793.490.573.177.398.298.1
BenQ MA Series MA270U Compare 95.184.289.769.790.621.497.895.2

Price

Value & Pricing

From $200 1 offer across 1 retailer
Amazon 1 offer From $200

Price History

New Kit
$185 $190 $195 $200 $205 Jun 1Jul 18Sep 28Nov 1 $200

Usage Scores

Overall (40.3)Gaming (17.5)Office (37.4)Creative (20.7)Portable (83.3)Professional (22.6)Entertainment (21.9)

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