If you're a casual gamer who also does digital photo editing, the LG 32GP850 with its higher refresh rate and response time will provide a smoother gaming experience, and its color accuracy is suitable for editing work. However, if you prioritize image clarity and are into more static activities like watching movies or productivity tasks requiring finer details, the higher resolution of the LG 32UN650 will be more beneficial. Neither monitor is ideal for competitive gaming due to slower response times, nor are they recommended for professional HDR video editing or HDR gaming, as their peak brightness and color volume don't fully support these activities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 32GP850 (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Good brightness
Very good response time
Advantages of the LG 32UN650 (IPS)
Very good for productivity
Good for media consumption
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Very good contrast
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
6.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1037:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
412 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
430 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
95.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is only fair for casual gaming, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.8/10
3.8/10
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
6.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
11.8 ms
20 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
412 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
5.0/10
8.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
93 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.5/10
7.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1037:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3229:1
412 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
298 nits
430 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
373 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
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The LG 32GP850 (IPS) has a price of $600 and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) costs $500.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 32GP850 (IPS) and the LG 32UN650 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The LG 32UN650 is a 32″ 4K IPS monitor with gorgeous colors and wide viewing angles. Additionally, it supports FreeSync, HDR and has a stylish design with a height-adjustable stand. Overall, it is an excellent monitor for casual PC and console gaming, light office work and content creation – and everything in between! However, there are better and cheaper alternatives available."
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