If your focus is on casual gaming or digital photo editing without breaking the bank, the LG 27GP850 with its IPS panel offers good performance at a more affordable price. However, for a premium gaming experience, especially in competitive settings, or for superior HDR media consumption, the LG 45GR95QE-B's W-OLED technology provides exceptional contrast and a wider aspect ratio, which could greatly enhance immersion. The tradeoff comes at a higher price, and it might not be as well-suited for productivity due to its curved screen and lower pixels per inch. Consider what your primary uses are and whether they justify the price difference. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27GP850 (IPS)
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Advantages of the LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED)
Good for casual gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.0/10
7.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
807:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
472 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
95.6 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
96.9 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) is good for casual gaming, while the LG 27GP850 (IPS) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
6.0/10
5.3/10
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
6.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
2.7 ms
20 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
The LG 27GP850 (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) is poor.
Productivity
6.2/10
3.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
84 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GP850 (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$389
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG 27GP850 (IPS) has a price of $389 and the LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) costs $1,700.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The LG 27GP850 (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Key similarities
Media Consumption
5.9/10
5.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
807:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
365 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
203 nits
472 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
665 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GP850 (IPS) and LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) are both poor for media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27GP850 (IPS) and LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27GP850 (IPS) and LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 27GP850 (IPS) and LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 27GP850 (IPS) and the LG 45GR95QE-B (W-OLED) compare to other monitors
"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."
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