If you're on a tighter budget and mainly focused on gaming with some digital photo editing on the side, the Gigabyte M32Q might satisfy your needs without breaking the bank. For a sharper image and better overall media consumption experience, opting for the more expensive LG 32GQ950 would be preferable, particularly if you value higher resolution for productivity tasks. However, the LG's improved capabilities come at a premium price. Neither of these monitors is ideal for HDR gaming or professional-grade photo editing due to their limited HDR and color performance. Consider what's most important for your use – gaming performance, resolution, or price – to guide your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has no clear advantages over the LG 32GQ950 (IPS).
Advantages of the LG 32GQ950 (IPS)
Very good for productivity
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Key differences
Productivity
5.0/10
8.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
93 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Semi-Gloss
The LG 32GQ950 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.5/10
6.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1195:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
921:1
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
367 nits
460 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1007 nits
Matte
COATING
Semi-Gloss
The LG 32GQ950 (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$455
$930
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has a price of $455 and the LG 32GQ950 (IPS) costs $930.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
6.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
1195:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
921:1
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
367 nits
460 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1007 nits
87.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.6 %
Matte
COATING
Semi-Gloss
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 32GQ950 (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.7/10
4.7/10
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
6.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
5.8 ms
20 - 170 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
367 nits
The LG 32GQ950 (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 32GQ950 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 32GQ950 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 32GQ950 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 32GQ950 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and the LG 32GQ950 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"Thanks to its IPS panel with a wide color gamut and fast pixel response time speed, the Gigabyte M32Q offers both an immersive and responsive gaming experience. Additionally, it has an ergonomic stand, plenty of connectivity options, and a lot of useful features – all at a reasonable price."
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