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Updated April 12, 2024·
If you're seeking a larger screen and wider aspect ratio for immersive gaming and multitasking, the LG 34GP83A would be a solid pick, especially if you're okay with a higher price tag. However, if price is a major factor and you prefer a more traditional screen size with slightly higher refresh rates for smoother gameplay, the LG 27GP850 would be a more cost-effective choice. Both have good color reproduction for casual creative work, but neither is ideal for professional photo or HDR video editing due to limited brightness and contrast capabilities. For competitive gaming, the LG 27GP850's faster response time and refresh rate may give you an edge. Keep in mind, the larger screen of the LG 34GP83A might also require more desk space. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27GP850 (IPS)
- Good refresh rate
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 34GP83A (IPS)
- Good brightness
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
6.0
4.5
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
6.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
20 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
The LG 27GP850 (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$389
$750
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The LG 27GP850 (IPS) has a price of $389 and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) costs $750.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
6.0
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
807:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
472 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
95.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.2 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 27GP850 (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.2
6.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are both only fair for productivity.
Media Consumption
5.9
5.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
807:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
472 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) and LG 27GP850 (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the LG 27GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 27GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 27GP850 (IPS) and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| LG 27GP850 (IPS) | LG 34GP83A (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$389 | $750 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 180Hz | 144Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 807:1 | 956:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 365 nits | 389 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 472 nits | 457 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 101.4 % | 102.8 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6.8 ms | 6.1 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 180 Hz | 20 - 160 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 7.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 109 PPI | 108 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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LG 27GP850 (IPS)
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TechSpot
Tim Schiesser | May 2021
"In my opinion, the LG 27GP850 is the best in its class from the monitors I've tested, with the combination of great response times and a functional sRGB mode pushing it over the edge. It's generally worth the price premium and its overall balance of features with few weak areas makes it a monitor you won't be disappointed to have."
LG 34GP83A (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | October 2023
"The LG 34GP83A is an excellent monitor for the price! It offers flawless performance thanks to its rapid response time, low input lag, high refresh rate, and certified G-SYNC compatibility. Moreover, its Nano IPS panel ensures vibrant colors which along with the 3440×1440 ultrawide resolution makes for a stunning and immersive viewing experience."
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