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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you value a larger screen and higher resolution for activities like watching movies and general productivity, the LG monitor offers a 32-inch display with sharper detail. However, if competitive gaming and digital photo editing are your priorities, the MSI monitor, despite its smaller size and lower resolution, provides better motion handling and wider color coverage, which is important for accurate image work. The MSI also has an advantage in gaming with a higher refresh rate, which results in smoother gameplay. On the other hand, those focused on casual gaming or media consumption may prefer the LG for its larger, more vibrant display. Keep in mind the LG is the pricier option, so if budget is a concern, the MSI offers some attractive features for its lower price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 32UN650 (IPS)
- Very good for productivity
- Good for media consumption
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
- Very good contrast
Advantages of the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS)
- Good refresh rate
- Good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.6
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
3229:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
298 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
373 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
78.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is only fair for casual gaming, while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
3.8
5.8
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
11.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
20 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 170 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
298 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
8.4
6.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
7.1
5.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
3229:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
298 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
373 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$500
$270
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) has a price of $500 and the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) costs $270.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and the MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG 32UN650 (IPS) | MSI G274QPF-QD (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $270 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 27" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 170Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 3229:1 | 1000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 298 nits | 300 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 373 nits | Unknown | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 98.6 % | 154 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 11.8 ms | 8 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 165 Hz | 48 - 170 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 6.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 139 PPI | 108 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.9/10 | 7/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.9/10 | 7/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | February 2024
"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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