If you prioritize an exceptional gaming experience, the LG 27GR95QE with its OLED panel offers superior contrast and responsiveness, making it excellent for both casual and competitive gaming. However, this monitor might not be the best option for productivity and general media consumption. On the other hand, the LG 32GQ850's larger screen and IPS panel may be less expensive while offering wider viewing angles and better color accuracy for tasks like digital photo editing and print photo editing, but it does not excel in HDR gaming and media like the OLED option. If budget is a concern and you need a versatile monitor for both work and play, the LG 32GQ850 could be your choice; otherwise, for a premium gaming experience, you might prefer the LG 27GR95QE despite the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Very good for competitive gaming
Good for media consumption
Good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Very good response time
Advantages of the LG 32GQ850 (IPS)
The LG 32GQ850 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
260Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
150 nits
656 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
72.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
8.3/10
5.2/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
260Hz
3.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 260 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
150 nits
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
5.8/10
5.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
111 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are both poor for productivity, though the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
7.5/10
5.3/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
150 nits
656 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
600 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is good for media consumption, while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$649
$718
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) has a price of $649 and the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) costs $718.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and LG 32GQ850 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and the LG 32GQ850 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The LG 27GR95QE-B is a stellar display that makes 1440p again the PC gaming sweet spot due to its high 240Hz refresh rate and fantastic latency. However, its low overall brightness and lack of onboard settings keep it from being great."
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