If you prioritize a high-end gaming experience with top-tier contrast and HDR performance, the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) with its wider color gamut and better response time would be a solid investment despite its high price. However, consider the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option that still offers good performance for gaming and photo editing, with a decent refresh rate and resolution, and an adjustable stand for added comfort during long productivity sessions. The Corsair excels in color and contrast, but the Gigabyte provides a balance between cost and features for diverse usage. 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 M32Q (IPS)
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.1/10
5.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
141 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
632 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
97.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is very good for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
4.7/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
1.6 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 170 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
141 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Productivity
3.9/10
5.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
84 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$1,700
$455
$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 M32Q (IPS) costs $455.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Key similarities
Media Consumption
5.7/10
5.5/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
141 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
632 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Corsair 45WQHD240 (W-OLED) and the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) compare to other monitors
"Thanks to its IPS panel with a wide color gamut and fast pixel response time speed, the Gigabyte M32Q offers both an immersive and responsive gaming experience. Additionally, it has an ergonomic stand, plenty of connectivity options, and a lot of useful features – all at a reasonable price."
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