If you prioritize a high-end gaming and media viewing experience, the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) with its superior contrast, color, and wider screen will deliver exceptional performance, but at a premium price. On the other hand, the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) offers good competitive gaming capabilities and satisfactory color accuracy for digital photo editing, making it a cost-effective choice for budget-conscious users. The Gigabyte monitor will not perform as well with HDR content and has a smaller screen size, which may limit immersion during media consumption and gaming. Choose the Corsair for top-of-the-line visual quality or the Gigabyte for a balance of price and performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED)
Very good for casual gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Excellent response time
Advantages of the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS)
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.1/10
5.7/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1100:1
141 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
632 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
97.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is very good for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
3.9/10
4.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
84 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
92 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$1,700
$140
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) has a price of $1,700 and the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) costs $140.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
5.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
1.6 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 180 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
141 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Media Consumption
5.7/10
5.4/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1100:1
141 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
632 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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