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Updated April 22, 2024·
If you prioritize top-tier screen quality for HDR gaming and media consumption, the LG W-OLED offers infinite contrast and a larger screen, ideal for immersive experiences with deep blacks and vibrant colors; however, it may not be as bright as the MiniLED, and it is more expensive. For those who value crisp text and need excellent color accuracy for print photo editing without the higher price tag, the CoolerMaster with its Mini LED technology, provides good brightness and contrast, making it versatile for productivity and casual gaming as well. The W-OLED excels in competitive gaming with quicker response times, but it's less suitable if bright environments are common due to its lower brightness. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED)
- Best in class for productivity
- Very good text clarity
- Very good image clarity
- Very good brightness
- Very good color volume
Advantages of the LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED)
- Best in class for casual gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Best in class contrast
- Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.0
9.7
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
275 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is very good.
Productivity
9.8
7.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
140 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) is good.
Media Consumption
8.0
8.5
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1072:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
275 nits
1550 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) and CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) are both very good for media consumption, though the LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Cost
$770
$1,200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $770 and the LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) costs $1,200.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.9
6.2
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
6.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.3 ms
20 - 160 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
697 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
275 nits
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) to be only fair for competitive gaming, while the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) and the LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| CoolerMaster GP27U (IPS MiniLED) | LG 32GS95UE (W-OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$770 | $1,200 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | MiniLED | OLED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | W-OLED | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 576 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1072:1 | Inf:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 697 nits | 275 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 1550 nits | Unknown | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | Yes | Yes | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 95.1 % | 98.5 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6.2 ms | 0.3 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 160 Hz | 48 - 240 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8/10 | 9.9/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 163 PPI | 140 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | February 2023
"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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