The LG 27GR95QE offers an exceptional gaming experience with its 240Hz refresh rate and near-instantaneous response time, making it ideal for competitive gaming. Its W-OLED panel delivers perfect contrast and excellent color accuracy, which is great for dark room gaming and HDR content. However, it's not the best for bright rooms or productivity tasks due to its potential for burn-in. The ViewSonic XG341C-2K, on the other hand, is a solid choice for a more immersive experience with its ultrawide screen and high peak brightness, suitable for both gaming and productivity. It also has a higher static contrast ratio, making it better for dark room viewing, though its response time isn't as fast as the LG's. If gaming is your priority and you're okay with the risks associated with OLED, the LG is the way to go. If you want a versatile monitor that excels in both gaming and productivity, consider the ViewSonic. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED)
Good text clarity
Very good brightness
Best in class response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
8.3/10
5.4/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
200Hz
3.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48,200 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is very good for competitive gaming, while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is poor.
Productivity
5.8/10
6.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
111 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is only fair for productivity, while the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,000
$1,499
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) has a price of $1,000 and the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) costs $1,499.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) 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 ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
9.3/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
200Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
656 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
72.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
97.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) to be best in class for casual gaming, while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is excellent.
Media Consumption
7.5/10
7.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
196 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
656 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are both good for media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the LG 27GR95QE (W-OLED) and the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) 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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