If you prioritize high-resolution imagery and rich colors for tasks like photo editing or enjoying HDR media, the LG 27EQ850 with its 4K resolution could be the better choice, especially suitable if print photo editing is part of your workflow. However, if you're a competitive gamer looking for smoother gameplay with higher refresh rates, the LG 45GR95QE with its wider screen and faster response might be more appealing, although its resolution is lower, which could affect tasks that benefit from sharper images, like detailed graphical work or watching high-definition videos. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Good for media consumption
Very good image clarity
Best in class response time
Advantages of the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
7.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
96.9 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is good.
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
8.1/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
2.7 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
The LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is poor.
Productivity
6.6/10
3.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is only fair for productivity, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.8/10
5.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is good for media consumption, while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,997
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) has a price of $1,997 and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the LG 27EQ850 (W-OLED) and the LG 45GR95QE (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
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