If you're prioritizing top-tier image clarity and color accuracy for tasks like HDR video editing, print photo editing, or enjoying HDR content, the Apple Pro Display XDR excels, though at a premium price. Its large screen and higher resolution offer exceptional detail, making it suitable for productivity tasks that benefit from a larger workspace. On the other hand, the LG 45GR95QE, while typically less expensive, offers a unique form factor with its ultrawide screen, which could enhance immersion in casual gaming and media consumption. Its superior contrast offers deep blacks, but it falls short in areas requiring precise color representation. For competitive gaming, the LG's higher refresh rate and response time provide a smoother experience, though it's not as well-suited for professional creative work as the Apple display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD)
Best in class for productivity
Very good for media consumption
Excellent text clarity
Excellent image clarity
Best in class brightness
Good color volume
Advantages of the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Very good response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
3.9/10
8.1/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
20.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
2.7 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1600 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
The LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is poor.
Productivity
9.8/10
3.9/10
6016 x 3384
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
216 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is best in class for productivity, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
8.1/10
5.7/10
6016 x 3384
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1600 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
1600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is very good for media consumption, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$4,999
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) has a price of $4,999 and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) 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 Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) 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 Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
7.8/10
7.8/10
6016 x 3384
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1600 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
1600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
98.7 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
96.9 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) and Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) are both good for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
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How the Apple Pro Display XDR (IPS FALD) and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"Apple's Pro Display XDR provides exceptional color accuracy and build quality at a price that's quite competitive with those of reference-grade pro monitors. It's exquisite enough that swallowing the wildly extravagant cost of its Pro Stand is worth it."
"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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