The Gigabyte CO49DQ, being less expensive, offers a larger, ultrawide screen ideal for an immersive gaming and media experience with its excellent contrast and color. However, its size may be too large for comfortable multitasking and could take up significant desk space. The LG 45GS95QE, while more expensive, has a higher refresh rate which provides a smoother experience for competitive gaming. Its 21:9 aspect ratio is better suited for productivity, with less strain when viewing multiple windows. If you prioritize HDR gaming and media, the Gigabyte could be a better choice, but for competitive gaming and a balance of work and play, consider the LG. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Advantages of the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED)
Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.5/10
6.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
48 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is poor.
Productivity
5.8/10
3.9/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
9.8/10
5.9/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,100
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,100 and the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
No
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.9/10
9.6/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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