If cost is a concern and you're looking for excellent picture quality for HDR gaming, media consumption, and photo editing, the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is a more affordable option that still offers a superb display with vibrant colors and high brightness. On the other hand, if you prefer a larger screen and can invest more, the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is a premium choice with impressive contrast and color depth, but falls short in brightness compared to the Phillips model. For competitive gaming, the LG provides a slightly better experience due to its refresh rate, but the Phillips competes closely with good overall gaming performance. Both have their strengths, so your decision should weigh the importance of screen size, budget, and specific use cases like gaming or professional creative work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 45GS95QE (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
Productivity
3.9/10
5.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
84 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) and LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
5.9/10
9.8/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
200 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 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,700
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) has a price of $1,700 and the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) costs $800.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
Yes
The LG 45GS95QE (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
9.6/10
9.9/10
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
200 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 45GS95QE (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
6.0/10
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
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) to be only fair for competitive gaming, while the Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) and Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) and Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) and Phillips 34M2C8600 (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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