If fast-paced competitive gaming is your main interest, the BenQ XL2566K with its high refresh rate and low response time will provide a smooth experience, but it has a lower resolution and smaller screen size, which might not be ideal for immersive media consumption or multitasking. On the other hand, the LG 34WQ75C offers a larger, ultra-wide screen with a better resolution, making it suitable for productivity and an immersive experience for movies and casual gaming, yet it doesn't support the high refresh rates competitive gamers look for. Additionally, the LG's IPS panel delivers better colors and wider viewing angles compared to the BenQ's TN panel, which is an advantage for photo editing but not as critical for gaming. 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 34WQ75C (IPS)
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
9.2/10
3.8/10
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
5.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
5.0 ms
20 - 360 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) is excellent for competitive gaming, while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.8/10
6.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the BenQ XL2566K (TN) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.1/10
5.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1131:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34WQ75C (IPS) and BenQ XL2566K (TN) are both poor for media consumption, though the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is somewhat better.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1131:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
85.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Cost
$599
$600
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) has a price of $599 and the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) costs $600.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) 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."
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