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Updated April 23, 2024·
If your priority is general productivity and media consumption on a larger screen at a more affordable price, the LG 32UN650 with its 32-inch display and 4K resolution is a good option. However, if you are willing to spend more for a monitor that excels in contrast and brightness, which enhances HDR content, then the ViewSonic XG341C-2K with its higher HDR peak brightness and Mini LED technology may be worth the investment. Additionally, for competitive gamers, the ViewSonic offers better performance with its higher refresh rate and variable refresh rate (VRR) support, while the LG may suffice for more casual gaming. If print photo editing is a requirement, the ViewSonic's wider color gamut makes it more suitable. Choose the LG for balanced use and affordability or the ViewSonic for superior gaming, contrast, and HDR quality at a premium price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 32UN650 (IPS)
- Very good for productivity
- Very good contrast
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED)
- Excellent for casual gaming
- Good refresh rate
- Very good brightness
- Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.6
9.3
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
200Hz
3229:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
298 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
373 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
78.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
97.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is excellent for casual gaming, while the LG 32UN650 (IPS) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
3.8
5.4
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
200Hz
11.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
20 - 165 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48,200 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
298 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
The ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is somewhat better.
Productivity
8.4
6.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is only fair.
Cost
$500
$1,499
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) has a price of $500 and the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) costs $1,499.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 32UN650 (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Media Consumption
7.1
7.4
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
3229:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
298 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
720 nits
373 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) and LG 32UN650 (IPS) are both good for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the LG 32UN650 (IPS) and the ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG 32UN650 (IPS) | ViewSonic XG341C-2K (VA Mini LED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$500 | $1,499 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 34" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3440 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | Mini LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | VA | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | N/A | 1152 | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 3229:1 | 3000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 298 nits | 720 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 373 nits | 1400 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 % | 97 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 11.8 ms | 1 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 165 Hz | 48,200 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 6.5/10 | 9.6/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 139 PPI | 109 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 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 2 | |
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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