If you prioritize a larger screen with higher resolution for clear images during productivity tasks or enjoy detailed digital photo editing, the KTC H27T22 is suitable. However, if competitive gaming is key for you, the ViewSonic XG2431 offers a higher refresh rate for smoother motion and includes features like strobing to reduce motion blur, which can be advantageous in fast-paced games. Both monitors are in the midrange price bracket but expect to pay a bit more for the KTC due to its larger, higher resolution display. Neither is ideal for HDR gaming or media consumption due to limited peak brightness and color volume. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KTC H27T22 (IPS)
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.8/10
6.9/10
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
7.5 ms
48 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.2/10
5.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
5.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
350 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are both poor for media consumption, though the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$210
$245
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) has a price of $210 and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) costs $245.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
350 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
94.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the KTC H27T22 (IPS) and the ViewSonic XG2431 (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."
"The ViewSonic XG2431 is an excellent gaming monitor, especially when used for HDR content. With top-notch video processing and a responsive 240 Hz on tap, it fulfills the needs of competitive players at an attractive price."
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