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ViewSonic VX1655 review

A 15.6-inch 1080p portable monitor with a kickstand that hides the electronics, two-way 60W USB-C, speakers and a screen cover.

By the HearSmart research desk · Updated November 12, 2026

Performance (40%)
7.8
Ease of use (25%)
8.4
Value (35%)
8.6

The ViewSonic VX1655 is a low-cost all-rounder. ViewSonic lists a 15.6-inch 1920 x 1080 panel at 60Hz, two USB-C ports with two-way 60W power, a mini HDMI input, a 3.5 mm headphone jack and dual speakers. Two-way power means a laptop can run the monitor, or the monitor can pass power to a laptop or phone when you plug it into a USB-C power bank or wall adapter. The electronics sit in the kickstand, which keeps the panel thin, and the stand has a tripod mount to raise the screen. A protective cover comes with it, and ViewSonic backs it with a 3-year limited warranty, the longest here. The product page lists 1.7 lb in one place and 1.5 pounds in another, so expect roughly that range. At $159.99, it is one of the cheapest picks with speakers and HDMI. We compared documented features and published prices.

Who it is for

Mixed laptop and console use at a low price

Price

$159.99 on ViewSonic's US store when checked.

$159.99 USD ViewSonic 15.6" 1080p Portable Monitor with 60W USB-C
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.

Key features

  • 15.6-inch 1920 x 1080 panel at 60Hz with a protective screen cover
  • Two USB-C ports with two-way 60W power
  • Mini HDMI input and a 3.5 mm headphone jack
  • Dual integrated speakers
  • Built-in kickstand with an integrated tripod mount

Strengths and weaknesses

  • Strength: Longest warranty here at 3 years
  • Strength: Can pass power to a laptop from a USB-C power bank or wall adapter
  • Strength: Speakers and a headphone jack for console and video use
  • Weakness: Pass-through tops out at 60W, below the 65W of the Dell and Lenovo picks
  • Weakness: 1080p only
  • Weakness: ViewSonic's page lists two different weights, 1.7 lb and 1.5 lb

Key facts

  • Price: $159.99 when checked
  • Screen: 15.6-inch, 1920 x 1080, 60Hz
  • Power: Two-way 60W USB-C
  • Audio: Dual speakers, 3.5 mm jack
  • Warranty: 3-year limited

Where it ranks

ViewSonic VX1655 is No. 5 in our Best Portable Monitors verdict.

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