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Updated April 22, 2024·
If you prioritize high frame rates for very smooth gameplay in competitive gaming and are looking for a wider screen, the LG monitor stands out; it's also less expensive than the ViewSonic. However, for tasks like digital photo editing, print photo editing, or enjoying content with rich colors, the ViewSonic is better suited due to its superior color accuracy and higher resolution, which provides sharper images. The ViewSonic also has a more traditional aspect ratio which might be preferred for productivity and media consumption, but it comes at a higher price point. The LG's OLED panel offers deeper blacks and infinite contrast, which could enhance HDR gaming and media experiences, but it may not be as clear for reading text or detailed work due to its curved screen and lower resolution. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED)
- Best in class for casual gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Best in class contrast
- Best in class response time
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED)
- Good for productivity
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
- Good brightness
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.6
6.4
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
400 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
6.0
4.6
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
3.6 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48,144 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
400 nits
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) is poor.
Productivity
3.9
7.9
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 2160
84 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
137 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) is good for productivity, while the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.9
6.7
3440 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 2160
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
200 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
400 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1400 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) is only fair for media consumption, while the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,700
$2,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) has a price of $1,700 and the ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) costs $2,300.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing while the ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) and ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) and ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) and the ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG 45GS95QE (W-OLED) | ViewSonic XG321UG (IPS Mini LED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,700 | $2,300 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 45" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 3440 x 2160 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | OLED | Mini LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | W-OLED | IPS | |
Local Dimming Zones | |||
Local Dimming Zones | N/A | 1152 | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | Inf:1 | 1000:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 200 nits | 400 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | Unknown | 1400 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | Yes | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | Unknown | ||
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 0.03 ms | 3.6 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 48 - 240 Hz | 48,144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | No | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 10/10 | 8.4/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 84 PPI | 137 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 5.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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