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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize a larger screen and higher resolution for detailed work or immersive media viewing, the Gigabyte M32U could be worth the higher price. This monitor would offer clear images and ample space for multitasking, though it's not the best fit for HDR gaming. In contrast, the LG 27GP83B provides a smoother experience for competitive gaming due to its higher refresh rate, with lesser cost. However, it has a smaller screen and lower resolution which might not be ideal for productivity tasks or if you prefer a more expansive display. Both are suitable for casual gaming and digital photo editing, but neither is optimal for professional color work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32U (IPS)
- Very good for productivity
Advantages of the LG 27GP83B (IPS)
- Good refresh rate
- Very good response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
4.5
6.0
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
7.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.8 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 180 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
365 nits
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
8.0
6.2
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
140 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the LG 27GP83B (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.7
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1125:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
807:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
365 nits
456 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
472 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the LG 27GP83B (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$650
$389
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) has a price of $650 and the LG 27GP83B (IPS) costs $389.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.2
6.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
1125:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
807:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
365 nits
456 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
472 nits
87.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.6 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are both only fair for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and the LG 27GP83B (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte M32U (IPS) | LG 27GP83B (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$650 | $389 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 27" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | 16 | N/A | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1125:1 | 807:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 350 nits | 365 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 456 nits | 472 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 99.8 % | 101.4 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 7.1 ms | 6.8 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 144 Hz | 20 - 180 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 6.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.9/10 | 8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 140 PPI | 109 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Gigabyte M32U (IPS)
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Tom's Guide
Matthew Murray | June 2022
"The Gigabyte M32U gaming monitor is almost a slam-dunk choice, considering everything you get as part of the package. Gigabyte goes for broke with things like its built-in KVM switch and GameAssist, and those come close to paying off. Add in the well-executed, more familiar offerings, and this is a monitor that deserves serious thought if you’re in the market for what it delivers."
LG 27GP83B (IPS)
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Monitor Nerds
Paolo Reva | July 2021
"The LG 27GP83B-B offers today’s sweet spot in gaming specs and capabilities in a well-designed premium package. It’s the first 1440p upgrade over the previous releases such as the LG 27GL83A-B with improvements in image quality thanks to its Nano IPS panel."
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