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Updated April 23, 2024·
The KTC G27P6 with an OLED panel will offer deep blacks and excellent contrast, which is great for HDR gaming and media consumption, but OLED screens can suffer from burn-in over time if static images are displayed too frequently. Its 27-inch size keeps it compact but may be less immersive than larger monitors. The LG 32GQ850, on the other hand, has a larger 32-inch IPS screen, which offers more screen real estate for productivity and a good balance for gaming. However, its contrast isn't as strong as OLED, making it less ideal for HDR content. Both monitors boast high refresh rates, enhancing the gaming experience, but if you prioritize color accuracy for tasks like photo editing, the LG might suit you better with its broader color gamut coverage. Choose the KTC if you prefer higher contrast and are focused on gaming and watching videos; opt for the LG if you need a larger display for multitasking and content creation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED)
- Best in class for casual gaming
- Best in class for competitive gaming
- Best in class contrast
- Very good brightness
- Best in class response time
Advantages of the LG 32GQ850 (IPS)
- The LG 32GQ850 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.6
5.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
260Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
700 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
150 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
97.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
9.6
5.2
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
260Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 260 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
700 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
150 nits
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
2.8
5.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32GQ850 (IPS) and KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$800
$718
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) has a price of $800 and the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) costs $718.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Media Consumption
5.6
5.3
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
700 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
150 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) and the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) | LG 32GQ850 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $718 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | OLED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | W-OLED | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | N/A | 16 | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | Inf:1 | 1000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 700 nits | 150 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | Unknown | 600 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | Yes | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | 135 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 0.03 ms | 8 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 240 Hz | 48 - 260 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 10/10 | 7.6/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 93 PPI | ||
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 1.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 2.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 1 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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