If competitive gaming is your priority, where fast response times and high refresh rates are crucial, the BenQ XL2566K could serve you well and is more budget-friendly. However, if you are looking for vibrant colors, deep blacks for media consumption, and tasks like digital photo editing, the LG 32EP950 offers superior image quality and higher resolution, which could greatly enhance your experience albeit at a higher cost. Keep in mind, the BenQ might disappoint in tasks requiring high color accuracy, and the LG might not be as suitable for fast-paced gaming due to its lower refresh rate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the BenQ XL2566K (TN)
Excellent for competitive gaming
Best in class refresh rate
Advantages of the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Excellent for media consumption
Good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Good brightness
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1131:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the BenQ XL2566K (TN) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
9.2/10
4.3/10
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
5.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
20 - 360 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) is excellent for competitive gaming, while the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is poor.
Productivity
4.8/10
6.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is only fair for productivity, while the BenQ XL2566K (TN) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.1/10
9.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1131:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the BenQ XL2566K (TN) is poor.
Cost
$599
$3,220
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) has a price of $599 and the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) costs $3,220.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) compare to other monitors
"It’s not for everyone in the same way that a top fuel dragster isn’t everyone’s perfect daily driver. The BenQ Zowie XL2566K succeeds in delivering the fastest, sharpest and smoothest display for pro FPS players and that’s all it wanted to do. Its other limitations and premium price tag mean it’s a bespoke tool for a niche market, rather than another general gaming monitor for those who like playing games."
"This screen is aimed at professional users, content creation and HDR video production. The OLED panel offers really great picture quality with bright, vivid colours, true deep blacks and infinite contrast ratio for SDR and HDR. The semi-glossy screen coating does add to the picture quality and feel of the screen as well."
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