If you value sharper text and image clarity for productivity and casual gaming, consider the 27-inch LG 27GP83B with its higher refresh rate, which offers smoother visuals, particularly for fast-paced games. Conversely, if screen real estate and higher resolution are priorities, particularly for media consumption and tasks that benefit from larger workspace, the 32-inch LG 32UN650 with its 4K resolution could be your choice – though it may not be as responsive for gaming due to its lower refresh rate. Neither is ideal for HDR gaming or professional color work, and both have their strengths in different usage scenarios. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27GP83B (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Very good response time
Advantages of the LG 32UN650 (IPS)
Very good for productivity
Good for media consumption
Very good contrast
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.0/10
6.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
807:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
472 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
95.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) and LG 27GP83B (IPS) are both only fair for casual gaming, though the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Competitive Gaming
6.0/10
3.8/10
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
6.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
11.8 ms
20 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.2/10
8.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the LG 27GP83B (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
7.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
807:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
472 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the LG 27GP83B (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$389
$337
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) has a price of $389 and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) costs $337.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the LG 27GP83B (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27GP83B (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 27GP83B (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 27GP83B (IPS) and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The LG 27GP83B-B offers today’s sweet spot in gaming specs and capabilities in a well-designed premium package. It’s the first 1440p upgrade over the previous releases such as the LG 27GL83A-B with improvements in image quality thanks to its Nano IPS panel."
"The LG 32UN650 is a 32″ 4K IPS monitor with gorgeous colors and wide viewing angles. Additionally, it supports FreeSync, HDR and has a stylish design with a height-adjustable stand. Overall, it is an excellent monitor for casual PC and console gaming, light office work and content creation – and everything in between! However, there are better and cheaper alternatives available."
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