If you're seeking top-notch color accuracy for print photo editing, the LG 32EP950's excellent color gamut and depth might justify its premium price. However, if you're into gaming with a wider field of view and don't mind sacrificing some productivity features, the MSI MAG 341CQP offers a good balance of performance for gaming and is generally easier on the wallet. The MSI also provides a smoother gaming experience with its higher refresh rate, while the LG has higher static contrast and peak brightness, making it better for HDR gaming and media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED)
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) has no clear advantages over the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED).
Advantages of the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Good refresh rate
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
4.3/10
5.8/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 175 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
540 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Productivity
6.8/10
5.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is only fair for productivity, while the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$3,220
$800
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) has a price of $3,220 and the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) costs $800.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.6/10
9.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
540 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.3 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) and LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Media Consumption
9.4/10
9.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
540 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) to be best in class for media consumption, while the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) is excellent.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 32EP950 (Inkjet OLED) and the MSI MAG 341CQP (QD-OLED) 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."
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