If you're considering value for money, the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) provides a high-quality viewing experience for HDR gaming and media consumption without the higher price tag of the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED). However, the larger screen size of the LG 32EP950 offers a more immersive experience for productivity and media consumption, albeit at a premium cost. Neither is ideal for competitive gaming due to their low refresh rates. If print photo editing is a priority, both monitors excel with exceptional color depth and gamut coverage, but the higher brightness of the LG 32EP950 may offer a slight edge in image clarity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED)
Very good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED)
Excellent for media consumption
Good brightness
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
4.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
7.8/10
9.4/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$1,997
$3,220
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) has a price of $1,997 and the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) costs $3,220.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
9.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
540 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
6.6/10
6.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) are both only fair for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) compare to other monitors
"This screen is aimed at professional users, content creation and HDR video production. The OLED panel offers really great picture quality with bright, vivid colours, true deep blacks and infinite contrast ratio for SDR and HDR. The semi-glossy screen coating does add to the picture quality and feel of the screen as well."
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