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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prefer a larger screen with higher resolution for tasks like watching high-definition videos or detailed work, the LG 32UN650 with its 32-inch display might be the better choice. However, for competitive gaming, the ViewSonic XG2431 will excel due to its higher refresh rate, which provides smoother gameplay. The ViewSonic is also the more budget-friendly option. Neither monitor is particularly suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption or for professional color work like HDR video editing, but for casual use and gaming, these differences will guide your decision. Choose LG for a more immersive experience in media consumption and productivity, or ViewSonic for affordability and competitive gaming performance. 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 ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
- Very good refresh rate
- Good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.6
5.8
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
3229:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
298 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
373 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
78.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is only fair for casual gaming, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
3.8
6.9
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
11.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
7.5 ms
20 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
298 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
8.4
5.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.1
5.4
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
3229:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
298 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
373 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$500
$245
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) has a price of $500 and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) costs $245.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| LG 32UN650 (IPS) | ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $245 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 24" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 3229:1 | 900:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 298 nits | 343 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 373 nits | 507 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 98.6 % | 99.5 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 11.8 ms | 7.5 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 165 Hz | 20 - 240 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 5/10 | 8/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 139 PPI | 93 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.9/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.9/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 1 | |
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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LG 32UN650 (IPS)
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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."
ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | January 2022
"The ViewSonic XG2431 is an excellent gaming monitor, especially when used for HDR content. With top-notch video processing and a responsive 240 Hz on tap, it fulfills the needs of competitive players at an attractive price."
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