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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize productivity, especially in tasks that benefit from a larger, vertically elongated screen like coding or writing, the LG DualUp monitor with its unique aspect ratio could be a better fit for you. However, if you are looking for a more budget-friendly option and are primarily focused on competitive gaming that requires high refresh rates and quick response times, the ViewSonic XG2431 is likely the better choice. The LG's higher resolution might offer sharper image quality for productivity and media, but the ViewSonic is tailored to provide smoother gameplay experiences. Neither monitor is particularly suited for high-end HDR gaming or media consumption. If image editing is part of your routine and you require accurate colors, the LG has a slight edge with better color coverage, but if you're a competitive gamer, you might find this less important than the gaming performance the ViewSonic offers. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS)
- Good for productivity
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
- Very good refresh rate
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
4.9
6.9
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
10.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
7.5 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
7.7
5.0
2560 x 2880
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
139 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is good for productivity, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.5
5.4
2560 x 2880
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$650
$245
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) has a price of $650 and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) costs $245.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8
5.8
2560 x 2880
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
300 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
98.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) and LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG DualUp 28MQ780 (IPS) | ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$650 | $245 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 28" | 24" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 2880 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1000:1 | 900:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 300 nits | 343 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | Unknown | 507 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | 99.5 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 10 ms | 7.5 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | N/A | 20 - 240 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | No | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 5/10 | 8/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 7.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 139 PPI | 93 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7.9/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7.9/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 1 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | January 2022
"The ViewSonic XG2431 is an excellent gaming monitor, especially when used for HDR content. With top-notch video processing and a responsive 240 Hz on tap, it fulfills the needs of competitive players at an attractive price."
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