If you want a monitor that's easier on the wallet and offers a solid experience for casual and competitive gaming due to its high refresh rate and good response time, the Innocn 27G1S is worth considering. However, the LG 34GN850B with its larger, wider screen and better color coverage may be more suitable if your focus is on productivity or if you want an immersive experience for media consumption despite its somewhat slower response time and lower refresh rate. Neither monitor is ideal for HDR gaming and media consumption, so if that's a priority, you might want to look for alternatives. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Innocn 27G1S (VA)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the LG 34GN850B (IPS)
The LG 34GN850B (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Innocn 27G1S (VA).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
8.0/10
4.5/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
5.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.2 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
The Innocn 27G1S (VA) is very good for competitive gaming, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$270
$750
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Innocn 27G1S (VA) has a price of $270 and the LG 34GN850B (IPS) costs $750.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.3/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
300 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
96.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Innocn 27G1S (VA) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.1/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Innocn 27G1S (VA) to be only fair for productivity, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.0/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
300 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Innocn 27G1S (VA) to be only fair for media consumption, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Innocn 27G1S (VA) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Innocn 27G1S (VA) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Innocn 27G1S (VA) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Innocn 27G1S (VA) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Innocn 27G1S (VA) and the LG 34GN850B (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The monitor is a sweet spot for gamers who want something faster than 165 Hz while keeping the benefits of fast response times and relative affordability. The VA panel is now more competitive against many IPS options."
"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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