The LG 32GP850 is suitable for users looking for a good gaming experience, thanks to its higher refresh rate and variable refresh rate (VRR) support, which reduces screen tearing. It's decent for photo editing with a high sRGB coverage but isn't ideal for HDR gaming or video editing due to its lower HDR peak brightness. On the other hand, the LG 34WQ73A has a larger, ultra-wide screen which can enhance productivity and immersion in movies, but its lower refresh rate and lack of advanced gaming features like VRR make it less optimal for competitive gaming. It also has excellent USB connectivity, which might appeal to professionals looking for a versatile workspace. If budget is a concern, the 32GP850 is the less expensive option while still offering solid gaming and photo editing performance. 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 34WQ73A (IPS)
Good text clarity
Good image clarity
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
4.8/10
3.8/10
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
6.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
10.0 ms
20 - 180 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
412 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
5.0/10
6.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
93 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the LG 32GP850 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$438
$391
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) has a price of $438 and the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) costs $391.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
180Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
1037:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
412 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
430 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
95.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32GP850 (IPS) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Media Consumption
5.5/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
1037:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
412 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
430 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34WQ73A (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 34WQ73A (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 34WQ73A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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