If you prioritize a wider, immersive experience for tasks like graphic design or video editing and can invest more, the LG 34WQ75C with its larger screen and higher resolution might be the better option. However, if you're focused on budget-friendly gaming, with a need for higher refresh rates and responsive gameplay, the MSI G273QPF would serve you well. Keep in mind the MSI's smaller screen and standard resolution won't deliver as expansive a workspace as the LG, but it would be more suitable for fast-paced competitive gaming. The LG's superior color coverage benefits professional photo editing, while the MSI's performance features cater more to gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 34WQ75C (IPS)
The LG 34WQ75C (IPS) has no clear advantages over the MSI G273QPF (IPS).
Advantages of the MSI G273QPF (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
3.8/10
5.8/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
5.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.9 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is somewhat better.
Cost
$600
$244
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The LG 34WQ75C (IPS) has a price of $600 and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) costs $244.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the MSI G273QPF (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
6.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
85.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI G273QPF (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.0/10
6.2/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
110 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
No
Matte
COATING
Matte
The MSI G273QPF (IPS) and LG 34WQ75C (IPS) are both only fair for productivity.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
6.0/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1249:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
316 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI G273QPF (IPS) to be only fair for media consumption, while the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) and MSI G273QPF (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the LG 34WQ75C (IPS) and the MSI G273QPF (IPS) compare to other monitors
"Thanks to its 27″ 1440p IPS panel with wide color gamut, the MSI G273QF delivers an immersive viewing experience, while the rapid 1ms GtG response time speed, FreeSync, MBR and 165Hz ensure buttery-smooth performance – all that at an appealing price!"
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