If you're looking for exceptional contrast and color depth for tasks like HDR video editing and gaming, the LG 34GS95QE with its OLED panel is a great choice, despite its premium price. It also has a very good refresh rate for smooth gameplay. However, it might not be as suitable for productivity due to potential burn-in risks with static images. The LG 34WQ73A, with an IPS panel, offers good image clarity and color accuracy which is better for digital photo editing and general productivity at a much lower cost but lacks the higher gaming performance and contrast of the OLED model. If your budget allows and high-end graphics are a priority, go for the OLED; if you seek value and a versatile monitor for work and casual use, the IPS might be more appropriate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Good for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Advantages of the LG 34WQ73A (IPS)
Good text clarity
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.7/10
5.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
275 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
6.3/10
3.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
10.0 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
N/A
No
STROBING / BFI
No
275 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.8/10
5.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
275 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) is good for media consumption, while the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$1,300
$400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) has a price of $1,300 and the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) costs $400.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the LG 34WQ73A (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Productivity
5.7/10
6.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 34WQ73A (IPS) to be only fair for productivity, while the LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 34GS95QE (W-OLED) and LG 34WQ73A (IPS) are suitable for print photo editing.
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