If you're a competitive gamer looking for a high refresh rate and rapid response time, the Gigabyte FI32Q-X would provide a smooth and responsive experience, but it's less suited for HDR gaming and media. For general productivity, casual gaming, and media viewing at a higher resolution, the LG 32UN650 offers a 4K display and better contrast which improves image depth and realism. However, it has a lower refresh rate and response time, making it less ideal for fast-paced games. Choosing the LG can save you money, but if competitive gaming performance is a priority, investing in the Gigabyte could be worthwhile. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS)
Very good refresh rate
Good brightness
Good response time
Advantages of the LG 32UN650 (IPS)
Very good for productivity
Good for media consumption
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Very good contrast
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
6.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.3/10
3.8/10
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
11.8 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
4.8/10
8.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
7.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Cost
$500
$500
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) has a price of $500 and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) costs $500.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The LG 32UN650 is a 32″ 4K IPS monitor with gorgeous colors and wide viewing angles. Additionally, it supports FreeSync, HDR and has a stylish design with a height-adjustable stand. Overall, it is an excellent monitor for casual PC and console gaming, light office work and content creation – and everything in between! However, there are better and cheaper alternatives available."
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