If you prioritize digital photo editing and value a higher resolution for detailed tasks, the Asus PA279CRV with its large 4K screen and excellent color accuracy is a good choice at a lower price point. However, if you're a serious gamer looking for the best contrast and smooth gaming experience thanks to a higher refresh rate and impeccable response time, the LG 45GR95QE is superior, especially for competitive gaming, despite its higher cost. The LG's ultrawide screen also provides an immersive experience, but it isn't as well-suited for productivity due to lower text clarity and fewer pixels per inch. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA279CRV (IPS)
Good for productivity
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED)
Good for casual gaming
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Very good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
7.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
96.9 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is good for casual gaming, while the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.9/10
8.1/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
17.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
2.7 ms
48 - 60 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
The LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
7.9/10
3.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is good for productivity, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.6/10
5.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$469
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) has a price of $469 and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"The ASUS PA279CRV is an excellent value 4K IPS monitor for color-critical work involving sRGB, Rec.709, DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB color spaces. On top of that, it features rich connectivity options, a robust design and plenty of additional features."
"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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