ViewSonic
ViewSonic VG1656-2K 16" WQXGA 60Hz IPS Portable Monitor
A 16-inch 16:10 IPS portable monitor with 2560 x 1600 resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, dual USB-C 65W ports for power and video, and a built-in stand cover
- Cabinet ColorBlack
- Screen Size16"
- Glare ScreenAnti-glare
- LED BacklightYes
- Maximum Resolution2560 x 1600
- Refresh Rate60Hz
- Sharp 2560 x 1600 WQXGA detail on a 16" IPS panel
- 65 W two-way USB-C powers laptop and monitor with one cable
- 3 lb weight and .38 in thickness slip into any bag
- 178° wide viewing angles stay consistent in portrait or landscape
- 400 cd/m² brightness and 1500:1 contrast deliver clear images indoors or out
Portable WQXGA Monitor
The ViewSonic VG1656-2K is a 16 inch WQXGA portable monitor built for professionals who need extra screen space while travelling. Its 16:10 IPS panel delivers 2560 x 1600 resolution at 60Hz with 400 cd/m2 brightness and 1500:1 contrast. Weighing 2.3 lbs and measuring .38 in thick, it fits easily in a bag alongside a laptop.
Dual USB-C 65W Connectivity
Two USB-C ports handle video, data and up to 65W of power in either direction. When the monitor is plugged into a power adapter it can pass charge through to the host device; otherwise it draws power from the host or a power bank. The 60Hz refresh rate and 11.6ms response time suit office applications rather than fast motion content.
16 Inch 16:10 Workspace
The 16 inch 16:10 display provides more vertical room than 16:9 alternatives for documents, code and spreadsheets. Anti-glare coating and 178° viewing angles keep the image readable in varied lighting. Buyers who need higher refresh rates, HDR brightness or additional video inputs such as HDMI will need a different class of monitor.
Highlights
- Sharp 2560 x 1600 WQXGA detail on a 16" IPS panel
- 65 W two-way USB-C powers laptop and monitor with one cable
- 3 lb weight and .38 in thickness slip into any bag
- 178° wide viewing angles stay consistent in portrait or landscape
- 400 cd/m² brightness and 1500:1 contrast deliver clear images indoors or out
Specifications
| Brand | ViewSonic |
|---|---|
| Model | VG1656-2K |
| Cabinet Color | Black |
| Screen Size | 16" |
| Glare Screen | Anti-glare |
| LED Backlight | Yes |
| Maximum Resolution | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
| Viewing Angle | 178° (H) / 178° (V) |
| Display Colors | 16.7 Million |
| Brightness | 400 cd/m2 |
| Contrast Ratio | 1500:1 Static Contrast Ratio |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
| Response Time | 11.6ms |
| Panel | IPS Panel |
| Display Type | IPS |
| Connectors | USB C (65W x 2) |
| DVI | No |
| HDMI | No |
| Thunderbolt 2 | No |
| DisplayPort | No |
| Power Supply | 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes |
| Built-in Webcam | No |
| Package Contents | LCD Display, USB-C Cable, Smart Cover, Quick Start Guide |
Questions about this item
Should I pick the 16-inch 2560x1600 model or a smaller 1080p portable?
The 16-inch panel gives you a 16:10 workspace at 2560x1600, so you fit more code rows or spreadsheet columns than a 1080p screen while staying under 2.3 lbs and 0.38 in thick.
What does the 60Hz refresh rate mean when I’m editing video or scrolling long pages?
At 60Hz the panel redraws 60 times per second; with an 11.6ms response time motion stays clear enough for timeline scrubbing and smooth document scrolling without noticeable ghosting.
How do the two USB-C 65W ports work when I only carry one cable?
One USB-C port can receive 65W from a laptop or power bank to run the monitor, while the second port passes that power through to charge the host device, giving a single-cable video, data and power link.
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