If you prioritize outstanding image clarity and color accuracy, especially for tasks like digital photo editing or HDR video editing, the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) monitor with its higher resolution and strong HDR support would be a great choice. It's also suitable for casual gaming and offers a pleasing media consumption experience. However, if competitive gaming is your main focus and you're looking for better response times and higher refresh rates, the KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) with its impressive contrast and color depth might be more appealing, despite its lower resolution and potential burn-in risks associated with OLED panels. Keep in mind, though, that the KTC's performance in productivity and media consumption is not as optimal as the CoolerMaster's. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED)
Best in class for productivity
Very good for media consumption
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Very good color volume
Advantages of the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.0/10
9.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
700 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
97.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is very good.
Competitive Gaming
5.9/10
9.6/10
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
6.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 160 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
700 nits
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is poor.
Productivity
9.8/10
2.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
8.0/10
5.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
700 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is very good for media consumption, while the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is poor.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Cost
$770
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $770 and the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) costs $800.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"The Cooler Master Tempest GP27U leaves little to complain about. It delivers a stunning picture with high contrast, brightness, and vivid color. Professional-grade video processing means a superlative gaming experience. And it’s a little less expensive than the competition."
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