If you are on a tighter budget and need a monitor that's good for a mix of casual gaming and digital photo editing, the KTC H27T22 might serve you well. It offers a balance between performance and affordability. On the other hand, if you prioritize a larger screen for productivity and have a larger budget, the LG 34WQ73A, with its wider display, could enhance your multitasking and productivity experience, but note that it's not designed for high-end gaming or true HDR content. Both monitors have their strengths, but your choice should align with your most important activities and budget considerations. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KTC H27T22 (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Advantages of the LG 34WQ73A (IPS)
The LG 34WQ73A (IPS) has no clear advantages over the KTC H27T22 (IPS).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
3.8/10
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
10.0 ms
48 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$210
$400
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) has a price of $210 and the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) costs $400.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
350 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
94.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Productivity
6.2/10
6.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are both only fair for productivity.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
350 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The KTC H27T22 is an excellent gaming monitor for the money thanks to its fully adjsutable stand, plethora of features and 1440p IPS panel with a wide color gamut, high peak brightness, quick response time and smooth VRR performance."
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