If you're on a tighter budget and prioritize a solid gaming experience, the LG 32GP850 is a good choice, as it offers a high refresh rate and variable refresh rate support with less impact on your wallet. However, the larger, wider LG 34GP83A improves immersion for gaming and multitasking, with a broader screen that's better for productivity due to its ultrawide aspect ratio. Both perform similarly in color accuracy for digital photo editing, but for HDR gaming and media, neither is ideal. If casual gaming and general use are your focus, go for the 32GP850; for an expansive display that benefits multitasking and gaming immersion, the 34GP83A is better, but it comes at a higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 32GP850 (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Advantages of the LG 34GP83A (IPS)
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) has no clear advantages over the LG 32GP850 (IPS).
Key differences
Productivity
5.0/10
6.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
93 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$600
$750
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) has a price of $600 and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) costs $750.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
1037:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
412 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
430 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
95.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.2 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
4.8/10
4.5/10
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
6.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
20 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 160 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
412 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Media Consumption
5.5/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1037:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
956:1
412 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
389 nits
430 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
457 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) and LG 32GP850 (IPS) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 32GP850 (IPS) and the LG 34GP83A (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The LG 34GP83A is an excellent monitor for the price! It offers flawless performance thanks to its rapid response time, low input lag, high refresh rate, and certified G-SYNC compatibility. Moreover, its Nano IPS panel ensures vibrant colors which along with the 3440×1440 ultrawide resolution makes for a stunning and immersive viewing experience."
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