If you prioritize a sharp, detailed image for productivity or media consumption and are looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Asus VG28UQL1A with its higher resolution is a solid choice. On the other hand, if you're a serious gamer seeking exceptional contrast, deeper blacks, and a monitor with faster refresh rates for a more fluid gaming experience, the LG 27GR95QL may be worth the extra investment, especially if HDR gaming and color accuracy are important to you. Keep in mind that the OLED panel on the LG can offer better viewing angles and superior color performance, which is beneficial for creative work as well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS)
Very good for productivity
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Good brightness
Key differences
Casual Gaming
7.2/10
9.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
350 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
90.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) is good.
Competitive Gaming
6.1/10
9.6/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.3 ms
48 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) is only fair.
Productivity
8.8/10
5.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
157 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.0/10
8.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
350 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is very good for media consumption, while the Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) is good.
Cost
$611
$992
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) has a price of $611 and the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) costs $992.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) and LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Asus VG28UQL1A (IPS) and the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"The Asus TUF Gaming VG28UQL1A is, in many ways, a great 4K gaming monitor. It has a sharp, accurate image with good contrast and excellent motion clarity. Luminance uniformity is its only weakness. The monitor’s $799 MSRP is relatively affordable for a 4K HDMI 2.1 monitor, as well."
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