ViewSonic · Updated June 2026
ViewSonic VG1655: price, specs & release date
ViewSonic VG1655, released 2021. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: laptopmag.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The ViewSonic VG1655 is listed at $179 on laptopmag.com as of 2026-06-27, #3 cheapest of 20 portable monitors (median $330); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 35/100 pay-blind standing, #14 of 22 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the ViewSonic VG1655 a good buy?
At $179, the ViewSonic VG1655 is #3 cheapest of the 20 portable monitors we track, where the median is $315. On the spec sheet, its refresh of 60 Hz is the lowest of the 22, its weight of 1.8 lb is above the median of the 22, and its release of 2021 is below the median of the 18.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $179 Laptop Mag cites $179; Newegg lists at $228.79 (may reflect retailer markup). $179 is the primary MSRP/street price per Laptop Mag. |
|---|---|
| Brand | ViewSonic |
| Released | 2021 |
| Size (in) | 15.6 |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Refresh (Hz) | 60 |
| Ports | 2x USB-C (60W 2-way powered), 1x Mini-HDMI, 1x headphone jack |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Weight (lb) | 1.8 |
Source: laptopmag.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by newegg.com. Size 15.6", resolution 1920x1080, IPS anti-glare, 60Hz, 250 nits, dual USB-C (60W 2-way powered) + Mini-HDMI + headphone jack, weight 1.8 lbs, no touchscreen (mirror-mode only touch per Laptop Mag) all confirmed from Laptop Mag review. Newegg corroborates 60W USB-C, dual speakers, built-in stand. Price $179 from Laptop Mag; Newegg shows $228.79 possibly reflecting lower stock/markup.
Is the ViewSonic VG1655 worth it vs cheaper portable monitors?
ViewSonic VG1655 against its closest cheaper and pricier portable monitors on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 20 ranked
| Product | Price | Size (in) | Resolution | Panel type | Refresh (Hz) | Ports |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ViewSonic VG1655 this | $179 | 15.6 | 1920x1080 | IPS | 60 | 2x USB-C (60W 2-way powered), 1x Mini-HDMI, 1x headphone jack |
| Arzopa A1 Gamut | $129.99 | 15.6 | 1920x1080 | IPS | 60 | 1x USB-C, 1x Mini-HDMI |
| Arzopa Z1FC | $194.99 | 16.1 | 1920x1080 | IPS | 144 | 1x USB-C, 1x Mini-HDMI |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the ViewSonic VG1655 cost?
The ViewSonic VG1655 has a US price of $179 (Laptop Mag cites $179; Newegg lists at $228.79 (may reflect retailer markup). $179 is the primary MSRP/street price per Laptop Mag.), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the ViewSonic VG1655 compare on price?
At $179, the ViewSonic VG1655 is #3 cheapest of the 20 portable monitors we track, where the median is $315.
When was the ViewSonic VG1655 released?
The ViewSonic VG1655 was released 2021.
What are the ViewSonic VG1655's key specs?
ViewSonic VG1655 (ViewSonic): size in 15.6, resolution 1920x1080, panel type IPS, refresh hz 60, ports 2x USB-C (60W 2-way powered), 1x Mini-HDMI, 1x headphone jack. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $179 at laptopmag.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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