If cost is a significant factor, the Gigabyte FI32Q-X offers a solid competitive gaming experience at a lower price, but its smaller screen size and lower HDR capabilities may not suit those looking for immersive media consumption. On the other hand, the LG 45GS95QE has a larger, curved screen that's particularly suited for media consumption and is better for HDR content, which can be appealing if you're willing to invest in a premium-priced monitor. For productivity, both offer high-resolution displays, but the LG's ultra-wide screen could be more useful for multitasking, although it may not be as bright as some users prefer. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS)
Good brightness
Advantages of the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.3/10
6.0/10
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.8/10
3.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) and Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) are both poor for media consumption, though the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Cost
$500
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) has a price of $500 and the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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