The LG 27GR95QE offers superior HDR performance with a higher SDR and HDR peak brightness, making it an excellent choice for HDR gaming and media consumption. Its infinite contrast ratio ensures deep blacks, enhancing the visual experience. However, it falls short in color volume and doesn't support a wide AdobeRGB color gamut, which might not be ideal for professional photo editing. On the other hand, the ViewSonic XG272 has a more comprehensive color gamut, including a near-perfect P3 coverage, which is beneficial for HDR video editing and more vibrant media consumption. While its HDR peak brightness is unknown, its SDR peak brightness is significantly higher than the LG, suggesting better performance in well-lit rooms. Both monitors have a 240Hz refresh rate and rapid response times, catering to competitive gamers, but the ViewSonic has a wider VRR range and USB ports for additional connectivity. If immersive HDR gaming and media consumption are your priorities and you can manage with good but not professional-grade color accuracy, the LG is the way to go. However, if you need a monitor that excels in color accuracy for content creation and better overall brightness for general use, the ViewSonic XG272 would be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED)
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) has no clear advantages over the ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED).
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED)
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good for media consumption
Good brightness
Best in class response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
8.3/10
9.6/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
3.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
40 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
450 nits
The ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good.
Media Consumption
7.5/10
8.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
450 nits
656 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) is very good for media consumption, while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$1,000
$900
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) has a price of $1,000 and the ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) costs $900.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
9.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
450 nits
656 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
72.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.8/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
111 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) and LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and the ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED) 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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