If you prioritize high-end photo and video editing, the Asus PA32UCG-K with its superior color accuracy and HDR capabilities would serve you best despite the higher cost. On the other hand, if you're looking for a larger, ultra-wide display that still offers good color reproduction for a range of tasks including casual gaming and productivity at a lower price, the LG 38WN95C would be a more cost-effective option. Neither monitor is ideal for competitive gaming due to relatively slower response times and refresh rates compared to dedicated gaming monitors. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED)
Very good for casual gaming
Best in class for productivity
Very good for media consumption
Good contrast
Best in class brightness
Very good color volume
Advantages of the LG 38WN95C (IPS)
The LG 38WN95C (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.3/10
6.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
898:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
477 nits
1000 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
692 nits
98.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.1 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) is very good for casual gaming, while the LG 38WN95C (IPS) is only fair.
Productivity
9.8/10
6.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 1600
137 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
111 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the LG 38WN95C (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
8.8/10
6.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 1600
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
898:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
477 nits
1000 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
692 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) is very good for media consumption, while the LG 38WN95C (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$2,999
$950
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $2,999 and the LG 38WN95C (IPS) costs $950.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 38WN95C (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
No
The Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the LG 38WN95C (IPS) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 38WN95C (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
4.4/10
4.5/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
10.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
7.1 ms
48 - 120 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
477 nits
The LG 38WN95C (IPS) and Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) and LG 38WN95C (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
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How the Asus PA32UCG-K (IPS MiniLED) and the LG 38WN95C (IPS) compare to other monitors
"Combining features that designers and content makers need, the Asus ProArt PA32UCG-K Display represents the true cost of accurate colour. It’s expensive, heavy and has weird OSD controls, but the screen is glorious when working with HDR video or game graphics."
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