If you're looking for a monitor with high color accuracy and excellent HDR performance for photo editing, video editing, or immersive HDR gaming and media, the KTC M27P20 Pro with its MiniLED technology would be a strong choice despite the higher price. However, if you prefer a wider screen for multitasking in productivity and a more expansive gaming view, albeit with less impressive HDR and color performance, the LG 34GP83A's ultrawide format offers a larger screen and could save you some money. For competitive gaming, both offer advantages, but neither is optimal if that's your primary focus. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED)
Excellent for casual gaming
Best in class for productivity
Excellent for media consumption
Good refresh rate
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Good contrast
Best in class brightness
Very good color volume
Advantages of the LG 34GP83A (IPS)
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) has no clear advantages over the KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.3/10
5.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
1040 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
98.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.2 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) is excellent for casual gaming, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
6.2/10
4.5/10
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
3.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
48 - 160 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
The KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
10.0/10
6.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
9.1/10
5.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
1040 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$800
$750
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $800 and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) costs $750.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
No
The KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
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How the KTC M27P20 Pro (IPS MiniLED) and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) compare to other monitors
"Gaming and HDR are the two target uses for this screen, and it does generally very well in both. For gaming there are good response times, a single overdrive mode experience for VRR, super low input lag and solid support for latest gen consoles too. The moderately high 160Hz refresh rate provides good motion clarity, and is a nice combination with the high 4K resolution that provides a sharp and crisp image."
"The LG 34GP83A is an excellent monitor for the price! It offers flawless performance thanks to its rapid response time, low input lag, high refresh rate, and certified G-SYNC compatibility. Moreover, its Nano IPS panel ensures vibrant colors which along with the 3440×1440 ultrawide resolution makes for a stunning and immersive viewing experience."
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