If you prioritize a larger screen size and high static contrast for an immersive HDR gaming and media consumption experience, the Innocn 32Q1U offers these advantages at a more affordable price, but its overall image clarity and text quality are not as sharp. On the other hand, the LG 27EP950, while more expensive, provides exceptional image clarity, making it better suited for digital photo editing and tasks requiring high attention to detail. For competitive gaming, neither of these monitors is ideal due to their lower refresh rates. Both offer OLED technology which generally means deeper blacks and vibrant colors for enjoyable viewing, but keep in mind that OLEDs might be more prone to burn-in over time. Choose based on whether you prioritize screen size and price (Innocn) or better image clarity for detail-oriented work (LG). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Good brightness
Advantages of the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED)
Very good image clarity
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
4.7/10
5.4/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
0.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
540 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
250 nits
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) and Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
9.5/10
7.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
540 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
250 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$1,000
$3,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED) has a price of $1,000 and the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) costs $3,000.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.7/10
9.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
540 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
250 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED) and LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
6.8/10
6.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
163 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED) and LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) are both only fair for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED) and LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Innocn 32Q1U (W-OLED) and LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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