Is the ViewSonic VG1655 Portable IPS Monitor Worth the Investment? A Comprehensive Review

As the world continues to envolve, the demand for expanding workspace on computers is increasing. Additionally, this 'expanded space' needs to be easily portable for setting up a work corner or, at the very least, be adaptable for use in public spaces.

This is my review of the ViewSonic VG1655 Portable Monitor. I hope this review will be helpful for anyone considering buying it. This product is now available in this link

1. GENERAL INFORMATION OF VIEWSONIC VG1655 PORTABLE MONITOR

   - 15.6 Inch Full HD (1920x1080p) IPS

   - Weight of 1.5 lbs and a thickness of 0.7 in

   - 2 x Type C Ports

   - 1 x Mini HDMI Port

   - 1 x 3.5 mm jack for headphones

   - 2 x Speakers

   - 1 x built-in stand cover

   - There is only one joystick knob for screen settings

   
   

2. OPERATION METHOD - CONNECTION:

   • The monitor connects to devices via a Type-C port and draws power directly from the same Type-C port. Specifically: If you connect a Laptop, Macbook, iPad Pro, or Smartphone with a Type-C port, you only need a single cable, Type-C to Type-C, to transmit images and supply power to the portable monitor.

   • Note that devices like iPad Pro and smartphones may not provide enough power, so the screen will only reach 50% brightness. To increase the brightness, you need to supply power through the other Type-C port. This will also charge the connected device (iPad or smartphone).

   • Power can easily be supplied using the included 60W charger, a power bank, or the USB port on a PC or laptop.

   • When connecting via the mini HDMI port, you need to provide power through the Type-C port of the monitor.

   • The 3.5mm port allows you to connect headphones or speakers. This feature is very convenient when connecting devices that don't have a 3.5mm headphone jack.

     
     

3. DISPLAY QUALITY:

   • The monitor provides a decent display quality, but it is not exceptional. If you're used to high-quality screens like 4K or 2K resolutions, you may feel disappointed when viewing this screen. However, this is just initial impression, and after a few days of use, it becomes more tolerable.

   
   

4. Comparison with laptops of the same resolution, size, and panel:

   • The difference is not significant; they are pretty much the same as each other.

   • The monitor has good brightness and decent viewing angles. However, in terms of color accuracy and detail, it is only average. I would rate it around 7/10.

   ACCESSORIES:

   • 60W Type-C charger

   • Type-C to Type-C cable

   • Type-A to Type-C cable

   • HDMI to Mini HDMI cable

   • Protective case

SATISFIED:

• The monitor is lightweight.

• Equipped with multiple convenient ports.

• Charging feature for connected devices.

• Comes with a complete and thoughtful set of accessories.

NOT SATISFIED:

• The screen quality is "acceptable".

• The menu settings are not intuitive and are difficult to use.

• The built-in speakers sound poor.

Finally, Should you buy it or not?

• If you need a monitor to expand your workspace for regular office tasks and general use, without heavy photo editing or video editing, this monitor is a good choice.

• If you need a monitor for video editing, watching movies, or photo editing, then this is not the right choice.