If you're a competitive gamer looking for fast response times and a high refresh rate, the LG 27GR95QL with its OLED technology would be better for you, though it may not be as bright for daytime viewing. However, if you prefer larger screens, enjoy 4K resolution, and work on photo editing that requires true-to-life colors with better static contrast, the Samsung S43CG70 would suit your productivity and media consumption needs more effectively. Keep in mind that the Samsung's larger size at 43 inches can make it less suitable for gaming due to its lower refresh rate and response time. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Advantages of the Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED)
The Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) has no clear advantages over the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.8/10
7.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
600 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
400 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) is good.
Competitive Gaming
9.6/10
4.9/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
0.3 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
60,144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
600 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
400 nits
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) is poor.
Media Consumption
8.2/10
6.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
600 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
400 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is very good for media consumption, while the Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) is only fair.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Productivity
5.8/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
103 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) and Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) are both poor for productivity.
Cost
$992
$999
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) has a price of $992 and the Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) costs $999.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27GR95QL (W-OLED) and Samsung S43CG70 (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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