If you prioritize high-resolution and HDR content, the Innocn 27M2U with its 4K resolution and better HDR performance will be excellent for immersive gaming and media consumption. Although the LG DualUp offers a unique screen aspect ratio which may be useful for multitasking, it doesn't support HDR gaming and media as well. The Innocn also boasts superior color depth and higher brightness, which is advantageous for photo editing. However, if you're focused on a monitor that aids productivity with a tall screen for better document viewing, the LG DualUp's unconventional aspect ratio might be more appealing, despite the higher price. Both monitors are not ideal for competitive gaming due to their lower refresh rates. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED)
Good for casual gaming
Best in class for productivity
Very good for media consumption
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Good contrast
Best in class brightness
Very good color volume
Advantages of the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS)
The LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
7.9/10
5.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
1000 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is good for casual gaming, while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
9.8/10
7.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is good.
Media Consumption
8.9/10
6.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
1000 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is very good for media consumption, while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$425
$650
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $425 and the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) costs $650.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) 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 DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) 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 DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.1/10
4.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
10.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
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How the Innocn 27M2U (IPS MiniLED) and the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) 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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