The Asus PA329C is well-suited for digital photo editing and tasks requiring accurate color representation, such as print photo editing, owing to its strong color gamut coverage. However, for gaming, especially competitive gaming, the LG 32GQ950 offers a higher refresh rate, making it a better choice for a smoother and more responsive experience. The LG also has a higher HDR peak brightness, which enhances HDR gaming and media consumption. If budget allows and gaming or HDR content is a priority, the LG 32GQ950 may be the better choice, while the Asus PA329C is more tailored towards professional creative work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA329C (IPS)
Good brightness
Advantages of the LG 32GQ950 (IPS)
Very good for productivity
Good refresh rate
Very good response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
3.8/10
4.7/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
10.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
5.8 ms
24 - 76 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
367 nits
The LG 32GQ950 (IPS) and Asus PA329C (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the LG 32GQ950 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PA329C (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 32GQ950 (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
6.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
921:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
367 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1007 nits
98.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.6 %
Matte
COATING
Semi-Gloss
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 32GQ950 (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the Asus PA329C (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
7.8/10
8.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
137 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Semi-Gloss
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 32GQ950 (IPS) to be very good for productivity, while the Asus PA329C (IPS) is good.
Media Consumption
6.7/10
6.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
921:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
367 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1007 nits
Matte
COATING
Semi-Gloss
The Asus PA329C (IPS) and LG 32GQ950 (IPS) are both only fair for media consumption.
Cost
$1,000
$999
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Asus PA329C (IPS) has a price of $1,000 and the LG 32GQ950 (IPS) costs $999.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus PA329C (IPS) and LG 32GQ950 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA329C (IPS) and LG 32GQ950 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PA329C (IPS) and LG 32GQ950 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PA329C (IPS) and the LG 32GQ950 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"Even at 32 inches, it’s just five inches larger than most professional display monitors, the ASUS ProArt Display PA329CV monitor seems a lot bigger. The color accuracy on the unit I received was excellent, and viewing high-resolution image files on it was pleasing to the eyes. It’s Calman verified, so you can be assured of Hollywood studio-quality color straight out of the box. With multiple USB ports on the monitor and HDMI and USB-C connectivity options, it stands up to the well-established Benq PhotoVue series of monitors."
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