If you prioritize competitive gaming and want the widest color gamut for HDR video editing, the AOC PD49 with its larger screen and higher resolution could be worth the extra investment. However, consider the LG 45GR95QE if you're looking for an adjustable stand and still good gaming performance at a more affordable price. The AOC PD49 might not be the best for casual gaming and productivity due to its size and aspect ratio, while the LG's smaller size may limit immersion in media consumption when compared to the expansive AOC. Both monitors excel in HDR gaming, but the AOC's larger canvas and QD-OLED technology might provide a more vivid experience for media viewing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AOC PD49 (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Advantages of the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED)
Very good for competitive gaming
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.9/10
7.8/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
96.9 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is good.
Competitive Gaming
6.7/10
8.1/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
2.7 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
The LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is only fair.
Productivity
5.9/10
3.9/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
9.8/10
5.7/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$2,350
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) has a price of $2,350 and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
No
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
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How the AOC PD49 (QD-OLED) and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"The LG UltraGear 45GR95QE-B is a brilliant ultrawide gaming monitor that'll dominate your desk, and its 800R curve serves to trick the senses. It's ridiculously pricey, and 4K fans may notice the difference with this 4K panel, but its OLED capabilities and arsenal of features almost justify its price tag. Just make sure you've got decent PC specs and plenty of space for this brute before parting with any cash."
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