Head-to-head · Best Portable Monitors

ASUS ROG Strix XG17AHPE 17.3-Inch vs ViewSonic VG1655 15.6-Inch

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

ASUS ROG Strix XG17AHPE 17.3-Inch and ViewSonic VG1655 15.6-Inch score essentially the same (4.2 vs 4.2). Pick the one whose trade-offs match your priorities — the strengths and watch-outs below are where they actually differ.

Ranked #3 in Best Portable Monitors

ASUS ROG Strix XG17AHPE 17.3-Inch

4.2

4 sources$449as of Sep 25

PCWorld calls the ASUS ROG Strix XG17AHPE an incredible mobile gaming monitor, and the spec sheet explains why: a 240Hz refresh rate and adaptive sync in a portable 17.3-inch IPS package. Tom's Hardware frames it as an expensive innovation. It fits gamers who want high frame rates on the road for travel or LAN parties; budget-conscious shoppers or anyone building a stationary desk setup should look elsewhere.

Strengths

— Features a high 240Hz refresh rate for smooth mobile gaming performance, per Tom's Hardware
— Extremely portable design weighing only around 2.3 pounds with a thin profile, according to PCWorld
— Includes all necessary components in the box, such as a height-adjustable tripod, as PCWorld notes

Watch-outs

— High power consumption relative to its small 17-inch size, per PCWorld
— Expensive pricing, with the full package costing around $700 at review time

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Ranked #5 in Best Portable Monitors

ViewSonic VG1655 15.6-Inch

4.2

1 source$199.97as of Oct 11

Reviewers point to the ViewSonic VG1655 as an excellent secondary display for professionals and travelers, praising the featherlight 1.8 lb build and the vibrant Full HD IPS panel. Mini PC Reviewer liked the smart cover stand and USB-C 60W power delivery, which allows single-cable connectivity and charges the laptop at the same time. Casual use is fine; serious gaming is not, since the refresh rate is not there. Mobile workers who need a reliable extra screen are well served, while gamers or anyone wanting more screen real estate should look elsewhere.

Strengths

— Ultra-portable design weighing only 1.8 lbs and measuring 0.6 inches thick
— Full HD 1920x1080 IPS panel delivers vibrant visuals with excellent color accuracy
— Versatile connectivity including USB-C with 60W power delivery and Mini-HDMI

Watch-outs

— Limited performance for hardcore gaming due to refresh rate and input lag constraints

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How they stack up

ASUS ROG Strix XG17AHPE 17.3-Inch

The ASUS ROG Strix XG17AHPE runs at 240Hz, against 165Hz for the Arzopa Z1RC and 60 Hz for the ViewSonic VG1655, and it supports adaptive sync. Its 17.3-inch panel is 1920x1080, a lower resolution than the 16-inch Arzopa's 2560 x 1600. It costs more than the ViewSonic VG1655.

ViewSonic VG1655 15.6-Inch

The ViewSonic VG1655 weighs 1.8 lb, about half the 3.53 lb of the Arzopa Z1RC, and its USB-C port carries 60W power delivery to charge the laptop over a single cable. It gives up resolution and speed to the Arzopa: 1920x1080 at 60 Hz against 2560 x 1600 at 165Hz. Its 250 cd/m² brightness is also below the 300 nits of the Lenovo ThinkVision M14t Gen 2.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	ASUS ROG Strix XG17AHPE 17.3-Inch	ViewSonic VG1655 15.6-Inch
Screen Size	17.3-inch	15.6-Inch
Resolution	1920x1080	1920x1080p
Panel Type	IPS	IPS
Connectivity	HDMI 2.1, USB-C	USB-C 60W PD, Mini-HDMI
Refresh Rate	240Hz	60 Hz
Brightness	400 nits	250 cd/m²
Weight	2.3 lb	1.8 lb
Stand	Adjustable height, tilt, swivel	Smart Cover Stand

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