If you're looking for an immersive gaming and media experience with the best color quality, the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) is a fantastic choice for HDR gaming and media consumption with its infinite contrast and wide color gamut. However, it's more expensive than the LG 34GP83A (IPS). The LG 34GP83A (IPS) offers good performance for casual gaming and productivity at a more affordable price, but can't match the MSI's excellence in image clarity and color performance. If budget is a concern and your needs are more general-purpose, the LG is a sensible option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 34GP83A (IPS)
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) has no clear advantages over the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED).
Advantages of the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for media consumption
Best in class contrast
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
9.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
956:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
389 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
457 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
95.2 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.5/10
5.5/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
6.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 160 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
389 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) and LG 34GP83A (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
9.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
956:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
389 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
457 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$750
$1,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) has a price of $750 and the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) costs $1,100.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Productivity
6.0/10
5.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 34GP83A (IPS) to be only fair for productivity, while the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) is poor.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 34GP83A (IPS) and MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
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How the LG 34GP83A (IPS) and the MSI MPG 491CQP (QD-OLED) 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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