If your priority is a wider display for immersive experiences and top-notch contrast for engaging HDR gaming and media, the LG 45GS95QE with its OLED panel would be the superior choice. However, if you are on a tighter budget and want a solid all-rounder for casual gaming, digital photo editing, and productivity tasks, the Gigabyte M32Q offers a great balance at a more affordable price. Keep in mind though, the LG's OLED technology also provides superior color depth and contrast, making it especially suitable for print photo editing, but at a higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has no clear advantages over the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED).
Advantages of the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1195:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
460 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
87.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.7/10
6.0/10
170Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
6.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 170 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
5.0/10
3.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
93 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$455
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has a price of $455 and the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The Gigabyte M32Q (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 M32Q (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Media Consumption
5.5/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1195:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
333 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
200 nits
460 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) and the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) 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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