If you're on a tighter budget and looking for an ultra-wide monitor that's decent for casual gaming and productivity, the LG 34GP83A with its large screen and high resolution could serve well. However, for premium visual quality with deep blacks and excellent contrast, particularly if you're into competitive gaming or want a monitor suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption, the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED is a strong choice despite its higher price. Keep in mind the ViewSonic's OLED panel also makes it better for tasks like digital photo editing where color accuracy is crucial. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 34GP83A (IPS)
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) has no clear advantages over the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED).
Advantages of the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
9.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
956:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
389 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
450 nits
457 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
95.2 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
98.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
4.5/10
9.6/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
6.1 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
20 - 160 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
40 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
389 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
450 nits
The ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
8.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
956:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
389 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
450 nits
457 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is very good for media consumption, while the LG 34GP83A (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$750
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) has a price of $750 and the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) costs $1,000.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
Yes
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 34GP83A (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing while the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Productivity
6.0/10
5.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 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 ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) is poor.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 34GP83A (IPS) and ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 34GP83A (IPS) and ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the LG 34GP83A (IPS) and the ViewSonic VX2776 2K OLED (W-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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