If you're on a budget and mainly use your monitor for tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and casual gaming, the Gigabyte G24F-2 is a cost-effective choice that offers good functionality for everyday use. However, if you're a serious or competitive gamer and are willing to invest more for an enhanced gaming experience with better image quality, faster response times, and superior color depth, the LG 27GR95QE will deliver those premium features. It also has the capability for high-dynamic-range (HDR) gaming and media consumption, making it a versatile monitor for both intense gaming sessions and enjoying high-quality videos. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS)
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED).
Advantages of the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Very good for competitive gaming
Good for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Very good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.7/10
9.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1100:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
196 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
656 nits
95.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
72.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
8.3/10
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
3.1 ms
48 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
196 nits
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.9/10
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
92 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
111 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) are both poor for productivity, though the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1100:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
196 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
656 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is good for media consumption, while the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$140
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) has a price of $140 and the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,000.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte G24F-2 (IPS) and the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"The LG 27GR95QE-B is a stellar display that makes 1440p again the PC gaming sweet spot due to its high 240Hz refresh rate and fantastic latency. However, its low overall brightness and lack of onboard settings keep it from being great."
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