If you prioritize high refresh rates and exceptional contrast for immersive gaming, especially in dark environments, the LG 27GR95QE with its OLED panel is a solid choice for both casual and competitive gaming. However, for broader uses like productivity tasks, you might prefer the LG 34GN850B's wider IPS screen despite its lower refresh rate and contrast, as it offers a larger workspace and is priced lower. Neither of these monitors is ideal for activities that require accurate colors out of the box, such as professional photo editing. If media consumption is a key aspect, the 27GR95QE's superior HDR performance would enhance your experience significantly over the 34GN850B. 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
Very good refresh rate
Good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Advantages of the LG 34GN850B (IPS)
The LG 34GN850B (IPS) has no clear advantages over the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
656 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
72.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
8.3/10
4.5/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
3.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.2 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.5/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
950:1
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
359 nits
656 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is good for media consumption, while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$649
$500
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) has a price of $649 and the LG 34GN850B (IPS) costs $500.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34GN850B (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Productivity
5.8/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
111 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GN850B (IPS) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and LG 34GN850B (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and the LG 34GN850B (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."
"Mid-range 3440 x 1440 144Hz VA monitors are ~$500 to $600 these days. You are getting a much better product for the higher price of the LG, with faster response times and better colors (outside of the contrast ratio), but this is definitely a monitor that is reserved for those that want the best of the best and are willing to pay for it."
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