If you desire top-notch image quality, deep blacks, and are engaged in tasks such as HDR video editing or print photo editing, the LG 32EP950 with its OLED display would be an excellent choice. Keep in mind, however, that it comes with a premium price and isn't the best for gaming due to lower refresh rates and potential for ghosting. On the other hand, the MSI G273QPF is much more wallet-friendly and offers a good balance for gaming thanks to its higher refresh rate and rapid response time, but it won’t match the LG in color accuracy or contrast, making it less ideal for professional photo and video work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Excellent for media consumption
Best in class contrast
Good brightness
Best in class response time
Advantages of the MSI G273QPF (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Good text clarity
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.6/10
6.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
540 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
4.3/10
5.8/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.9 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
540 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
6.8/10
6.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
No
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are both only fair for productivity, though the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
9.4/10
6.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
540 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$3,220
$244
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) has a price of $3,220 and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) costs $244.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) compare to other monitors
"This screen is aimed at professional users, content creation and HDR video production. The OLED panel offers really great picture quality with bright, vivid colours, true deep blacks and infinite contrast ratio for SDR and HDR. The semi-glossy screen coating does add to the picture quality and feel of the screen as well."
"Thanks to its 27″ 1440p IPS panel with wide color gamut, the MSI G273QF delivers an immersive viewing experience, while the rapid 1ms GtG response time speed, FreeSync, MBR and 165Hz ensure buttery-smooth performance – all that at an appealing price!"
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