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UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431

What we think

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Updated April 11, 2024· Prices updated 24 hours ago

If image clarity and digital photo editing are your priorities, the LG UltraFine 5K with its higher resolution and superior color accuracy is an excellent choice, especially for tasks that benefit from a larger screen and increased pixel density. However, if you're into competitive gaming, the ViewSonic XG2431 offers a faster refresh rate and features like VRR range and strobing, which can significantly enhance your gaming experience, though at a lower resolution. The LG will not be as suitable for high-speed gaming due to its lower refresh rate and response time. In terms of price, the LG is a significant investment compared to the ViewSonic, which offers fewer premium features but may provide better value for those focused on gaming or with a tighter budget. Give Feedback

At the time of writing the LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) cost $1,150 and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) cost $270.

Advantages of the LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS)
  • Very good for productivity
  • Good for media consumption
  • Best in class text clarity
  • Best in class image clarity
  • Good brightness
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
  • Very good refresh rate
  • Good response time

Key differences

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Competitive Gaming

5.0
UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431
6.9
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
14.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
7.5 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) is poor.

Productivity

8.7
UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431
5.0
5120 x 2880
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
218 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) is very good for productivity, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.

Media Consumption

7.0
UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431
5.4
5120 x 2880
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
1200:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) is good for media consumption, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.

Cost

$1,179
UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431
$245

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The LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) has a price of $1,179 and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) costs $245.

Key similarities

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Casual Gaming

6.0
UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431
5.8
5120 x 2880
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1200:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
500 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.0 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.

HDR Gaming and Media Consumption

No
UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431
No
Both the LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.

Digital Photo Editing

Yes
UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431
Yes
Both the LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.

HDR Video Editing and Color Grading

No
UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431
No
Both the LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.

Print Photo Editing

No
UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL
XG2431
No
Both the LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.

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How the LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS) and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) compare to other monitors

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Spec Comparison

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LG UltraFine 5K 27MD5KL (IPS)ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)

GENERAL

Price
$1,179
$245
Screen Size
27"24"
Resolution
5120 x 28801920 x 1080
Screen Type
LEDLED
Screen Sub-type
IPSIPS
Refresh Rate
60Hz240Hz

COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS

Native Contrast
1200:1900:1
SDR Peak Brightness
500 nits343 nits
HDR Peak Brightness
Unknown507 nits
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
NoNo
sRGB Color Gamut
100 %99.5 %

MOTION CHARACTERISTICS

Total Response Time
14 ms7.5 ms
Variable Refresh Rate
N/A20 - 240 Hz
Strobing / BFI
NoYes
Persistence Blur Score
5/108/10
Ghosting Score
6/107.8/10

TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY

Pixels Per Inch
218 PPI93 PPI
Coating
GlossyMatte
Text Clarity Score
10/106.3/10
Image Clarity Score
10/106.3/10

PORTS & CONNECTIVITY

HDMI 1.4 Ports
00
HDMI 2.0 Ports
01
HDMI 2.1 Ports
00
Micro HDMI Ports
00
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports
00

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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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