If you prioritize high-quality HDR gaming and media consumption, the LG 27EP950 with its OLED technology will deliver superior image clarity and color depth, making it a great choice despite its higher price. On the other hand, if you're looking for a more cost-effective option that is still suitable for competitive gaming with good refresh rates and response times, the MSI G274QPF-QD would be a smart pick. The MSI is also better suited for tasks involving digital photo editing and print production due to its color accuracy in different color gamuts. Keep in mind that for HDR video editing or if you want the absolute best contrast, the LG would be the better option, but if budget is a concern, MSI provides a balanced performance across various uses. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Good for media consumption
Very good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Advantages of the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
5.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.6/10
6.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) and MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) are both only fair for productivity, though the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
7.9/10
5.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is good for media consumption, while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$3,000
$270
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) has a price of $3,000 and the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) costs $270.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
5.8/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 170 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) and LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) and MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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