If you're looking for an affordable option that performs well for both gaming and digital photo editing, the KTC H27T22 offers a good balance at a lower price. However, if you prioritize higher image clarity, more vibrant colors, and better performance for HDR gaming and media, as well as print photo editing, the Phillips 27E1N8900's superior contrast and color depth make it a compelling choice, despite its higher cost. The Phillips monitor has better overall image quality but might not be as suitable for competitive gaming due to its lower refresh rate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KTC H27T22 (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Good text clarity
Advantages of the Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Very good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Good brightness
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
9.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
350 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
94.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.7 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.2/10
6.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
163 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) and KTC H27T22 (IPS) are both only fair for productivity, though the Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
9.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
350 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$210
$800
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) has a price of $210 and the Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) costs $800.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
5.9/10
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.1 ms
48 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
The Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) and KTC H27T22 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and the Phillips 27E1N8900 (W-OLED) 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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