The LG 27GP83B is a solid choice for casual gaming and digital photo editing due to its decent color accuracy and good response times, making it suitable for gamers on a budget. However, the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 offers superior image quality, infinite contrast, and is excellent for HDR gaming and media consumption, though it comes at a higher price. If cost is a concern and your primary use is casual gaming and photo editing, the LG is a strong option. But if you prioritize top-tier visual performance and can afford to spend more, the Samsung will provide a more immersive experience for gaming and watching content. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27GP83B (IPS)
Good text clarity
Advantages of the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Best in class contrast
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.0/10
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
807:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
241 nits
472 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
456 nits
95.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.5 %
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 27GP83B (IPS) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
6.0/10
5.2/10
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
6.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.9 ms
20 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 175 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
241 nits
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
9.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
807:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
241 nits
472 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
456 nits
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the LG 27GP83B (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$389
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) has a price of $389 and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) costs $1,500.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The LG 27GP83B (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Key similarities
Productivity
6.2/10
5.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Glossy
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 27GP83B (IPS) to be only fair for productivity, while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) is poor.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27GP83B (IPS) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27GP83B (IPS) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 27GP83B (IPS) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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