If you're focused on competitive gaming, the KTC H27T22 with its higher refresh rate and lower response time is better suited for fast-paced action. However, for tasks that involve digital photo editing, color-critical work or if you prefer a taller screen for enhanced productivity with more vertical workspace, the LG DualUp 28MQ780, despite its higher price, offers a unique aspect ratio and better color accuracy. The LG monitor is not ideal for HDR gaming or media consumption due to its unknown HDR peak brightness and poor media consumption suitability. For casual gaming and general use, either can suffice, but the KTC gives you better gaming performance at a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KTC H27T22 (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Advantages of the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS)
Good for productivity
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
4.9/10
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 DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
6.2/10
7.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is good for productivity, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
6.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
350 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$210
$650
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) has a price of $210 and the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) costs $650.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 2880
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
98.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (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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