If you prioritize a wider screen for immersive gaming and media with excellent color performance, the Asus PG49WCD, with its larger screen size, may justify its higher price. However, for high-paced competitive gaming, the LG 45GR95QE's higher refresh rate could give you a smoother experience at a lower cost. Both are suitable for HDR content, but the Asus offers better overall image quality and productivity due to its higher resolution and size, making it less suited for text clarity. Choose LG for fast-paced gaming and to save money or Asus for a premium, expansive display that enhances productivity and entertainment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Good brightness
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Advantages of the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.8/10
7.8/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
413 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
468 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
96.9 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is good.
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
8.1/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
2.7 ms
48 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
413 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
The LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is poor.
Productivity
5.7/10
3.9/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
9.6/10
5.7/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
413 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
468 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,026
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,026 and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus PG49WCD (QD-OLED) and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"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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