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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're a competitive gamer looking for high performance without spending too much, the Gigabyte M27Q-X is a solid choice with its higher refresh rate, which means smoother gameplay. However, if you want a more immersive experience during both work and play, the LG 34GN850B's ultrawide screen can be more appealing, despite the lower refresh rate and higher price. For those keen on digital photo editing, the Gigabyte also offers good color accuracy. Remember, the LG's larger screen and aspect ratio are great for productivity, but the Gigabyte provides better value for fast-paced gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS)
- Very good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
- Good brightness
Advantages of the LG 34GN850B (IPS)
- The LG 34GN850B (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.5
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1088:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
459 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
508 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
73.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is only fair for casual gaming, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
8.0
4.5
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
6.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.2 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
459 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is very good for competitive gaming, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.5
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$365
$750
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) has a price of $365 and the LG 34GN850B (IPS) costs $750.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Media Consumption
6.1
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1088:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
459 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
508 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) to be only fair for media consumption, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and the LG 34GN850B (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) | LG 34GN850B (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$365 | $750 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 144Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1088:1 | 950:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 459 nits | 359 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 508 nits | 436 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100.1 % | 99 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6.8 ms | 6.2 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 240 Hz | 20 - 160 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 109 PPI | 108 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS)
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PC Mag
Zachery Cuevas | August 2022
"The company delivers again with the Gigabyte M27Q X, a 1440p monitor that comes equipped with just about everything you want and need from a gaming monitor. It may not be a 4K panel, but it more than makes up for its lower resolution in performance, bringing a whopping 240Hz refresh rate and a host of unusual features, including an onboard KVM and plenty of ports. It's a great performer, though low brightness levels and a so-so contrast ratio keep it short of top marks."
LG 34GN850B (IPS)
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TechSpot
Tim Schiesser | August 2020
"Mid-range 3440 x 1440 144Hz VA monitors are ~$500 to $600 these days. You are getting a much better product for the higher price of the LG, with faster response times and better colors (outside of the contrast ratio), but this is definitely a monitor that is reserved for those that want the best of the best and are willing to pay for it."
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