If you prioritize a high-resolution display for sharp images and work that involves detailed visuals, the Gigabyte M32U with its 4K resolution will serve you better, but it comes at a higher cost. Conversely, the LG 32GP850 offers a lower resolution but has a higher refresh rate, which is preferable for competitive gaming due to smoother motion. Both are 32 inches, offer similar color accuracy, and are suitable options for productivity and casual gaming. Neither is ideal for HDR gaming and media consumption, suggesting your decision should mainly hinge on your balance of budget, gaming performance, and image clarity for work or content creation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M32U (IPS)
Very good for productivity
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 32GP850 (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Good brightness
Very good response time
Key differences
Productivity
8.0/10
5.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
140 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.7/10
5.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1125:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1037:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
412 nits
456 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
430 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$650
$600
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
$1,000
The Gigabyte M32U (IPS) has a price of $650 and the LG 32GP850 (IPS) costs $600.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.2/10
5.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
1125:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1037:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
412 nits
456 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
430 nits
87.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte M32U (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.5/10
4.8/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
180Hz
7.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.2 ms
20 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 180 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
412 nits
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) and Gigabyte M32U (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte M32U (IPS) and the LG 32GP850 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"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."
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