If you prioritize high-resolution productivity and are keen on content creation with accurate colors, the Innocn 27M2U with its sharper display might be your better bet, especially if budget is a concern. However, if you're a serious gamer valuing fast response times and high refresh rates, the LG 27GR95QL would deliver a smoother gaming experience. For HDR gaming and media, both are well-suited, but keep in mind the LG's contrast will excel due to OLED technology, although its lower resolution might not be as crisp for detailed work. If print photo editing is important, the Innocn's wider color gamuts would be advantageous. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED)
Best in class for productivity
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Best in class brightness
Very good color volume
Advantages of the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
7.9/10
9.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
1000 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is good.
Competitive Gaming
5.1/10
9.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.3 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is poor.
Productivity
9.8/10
5.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
8.9/10
8.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
1000 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) and LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) are both very good for media consumption, though the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is somewhat better.
Cost
$425
$992
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $425 and the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) costs $992.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
No
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) and LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
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How the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) and the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"The Innocn 27MU2 screen isn’t built to Apple standards, but it’s robust enough for desktop use and surprisingly lightweight, considering its image quality. The stand is rock steady and adjustable, plus the screen can be wall mounted. There are plenty of input options plus the ability to display two sources on screen at the same time."
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