To solve the above mentioned issue, most install a red dot with an AR style riser.
I agree the factory sights are quite low, I never use them.
I use a Holosun dot with MI QD mount.
Holds zero despite removing/ reinstalling it every time I shoot. This is needed to retain the folding feature of the rifle.
I have tried 1 o'clock offset mounts, MI's rotating mount and found the QD Mount to be the best solution.