If competitive gaming is a priority and you want smoother motion with less blur, the Acer X27U with its higher refresh rate and response time is ideal. On the other hand, if your focus is HDR video editing and print photo editing, the LG 32EP950's superior color gamut and larger screen size would be beneficial, despite its higher price. For general media consumption, the LG offers excellent image clarity but remember it's not suited for fast-paced gaming due to a lower refresh rate. Choose the Acer if you're looking to save money without compromising on a good gaming and productivity experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer X27U (W-OLED)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED)
Excellent for media consumption
Good brightness
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
8.8/10
4.3/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1.4 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
211 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
The Acer X27U (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is poor.
Productivity
5.8/10
6.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
111 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is only fair for productivity, while the Acer X27U (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.5/10
9.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
211 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
603 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the Acer X27U (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$1,000
$3,220
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Acer X27U (W-OLED) has a price of $1,000 and the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) costs $3,220.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Acer X27U (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Acer X27U (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
211 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
603 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
95.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and Acer X27U (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Acer X27U (W-OLED) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Acer X27U (W-OLED) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Acer X27U (W-OLED) and the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) compare to other monitors
"This screen is aimed at professional users, content creation and HDR video production. The OLED panel offers really great picture quality with bright, vivid colours, true deep blacks and infinite contrast ratio for SDR and HDR. The semi-glossy screen coating does add to the picture quality and feel of the screen as well."
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