If you prioritize high-quality HDR gaming and media consumption, but also need a monitor that's good for digital and print photo editing, the Philips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) could be a better value as it offers great color and contrast performance at a lower price point. However, if competitive gaming is key, and you're willing to invest more, the LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) has a higher refresh rate for smoother gameplay, though its picture quality for editing tasks and media consumption isn't as strong as the Philips. Both have large, ultra-wide screens, but the LG is slightly larger for a more immersive experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED)
Very good refresh rate
Advantages of the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Good image clarity
Best in class brightness
Best in class color volume
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
6.3/10
5.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.1 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 175 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
275 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.6/10
9.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
275 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$1,500
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) has a price of $1,500 and the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) costs $800.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.7/10
9.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
275 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.3 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) and LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.4/10
5.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
102 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) and LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) and Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) and Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 39GS95QE (W-OLED) and Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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