If you're a competitive gamer looking for a fast refresh rate and lower response time to gain an edge, the Gigabyte FI32Q-X with its higher refresh capabilities would be a better choice. However, if you're focused on the highest image quality for HDR gaming, media consumption, and print photo editing, despite a higher price, the Philips 27E1N8900 with its superior contrast and color accuracy is the way to go. The Philips also features a higher resolution which is great for productivity, offering sharper text and more screen real estate. On the other hand, the Gigabyte's larger screen size could be more immersive for media and casual gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS)
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Very good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
9.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.7 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.3/10
5.9/10
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.1 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
The Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) and Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Productivity
4.8/10
6.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
163 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is only fair for productivity, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
9.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$500
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) has a price of $500 and the Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) costs $800.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Phillips 27E1N8900 (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 Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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