If you're looking for a more affordable option that is well-suited to tasks like digital photo editing with good text quality and image clarity, the Asus PA279CV is a solid choice. Conversely, the LG 27EQ850 is a premium monitor with exceptional contrast and is excellent for HDR gaming and media consumption, but at a higher price point. While the Asus handles productivity well, the LG shines in color-intensive tasks and entertainment, yet may not be as well-rounded for everyday use due to its poor SDR peak brightness and potential limitations in certain professional applications. Choose the Asus for varied daily use and photo editing on a budget, or the LG for unparalleled visuals in gaming and watching HDR content, if cost is less of a concern. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA279CV (IPS)
Good for productivity
Very good text clarity
Advantages of the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Good for media consumption
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
9.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
80.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Asus PA279CV (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
7.9/10
6.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
163 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) is good for productivity, while the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.6/10
7.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is good for media consumption, while the Asus PA279CV (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$399
$1,997
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) has a price of $399 and the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) costs $1,997.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
4.9/10
5.4/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
17.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
48 - 60 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Asus PA279CV (IPS) and the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"Asus’ ProArt PA279CV is a sensible choice for content creators who want a color accurate 4K monitor but don’t want to clean out their savings account. It edges out alternatives like the BenQ PD2720U and Dell S2722QC in brightness and contrast without giving up ground on connectivity or menu options."
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