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LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"

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MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"

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LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27" vs MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"

LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"

Why is LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27" better than MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"?

  • 18.12% higher pixel density
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    163ppivs138ppi
  • Supports HDR10
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  • 128.9mm shorter
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    353.1mmvs482mm
  • Has a built-in HDR mode
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  • 119.9mm narrower
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    607.1mmvs727mm
  • 197.7mm thinner
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    53.3mmvs251mm
  • 87.01% less body volume
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    11425.76cm³vs87953.91cm³
  • 2.21kg lighter
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    7.89kgvs10.1kg

Why is MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32" better than LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"?

  • 18.52% bigger screen size
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    32"vs27"
  • 40 nits brighter
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    400 nitsvs360 nits
  • 53W lower power consumption on operation
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    42W vs95W
  • Has USB Type-C
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  • 0.2W lower power consumption on standby
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    0.3W vs0.5W
  • 2 more USB ports
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    5vs3
  • Has an ambient light sensor
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  • Has a sleep timer
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Display

Display type

IPS, LCD, LED-backlit

QLED, IPS, LCD, LED-backlit

The type of technology used in the display.
Response time is how long it takes for a display to change the state of pixels, in order to show new content. The less time it takes to respond, the less likely it is to blur fast-changing images.
The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
resolution

3840 x 2160px

3840 x 2160px

Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
pixel density

163ppi

138ppi

Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
Adaptive synchronization

Nvidia G-Sync Compatible, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro

Nvidia G-Sync

The type of adaptive synchronization technology supported.
has anti-glare coating
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
Anti-glare helps to reduce the external reflections of light coming from outside the display.
refresh rate

144Hz

144Hz

The frequency at which the screen is refreshed. Higher frequency results in less flickering (less noise) and more natural movement representation in action-intense scenes.
Horizontal viewing angle is the maximum angle at which a display can be viewed with acceptable visual performance.

General info

Type

Gaming

Gaming

The type of monitor.
supports total tilt
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
Total tilt adjustment is the ability for the monitor head to move up and down. Tilt adjustment enables a user to change the viewing position of the display, creating a more comfortable view of the screen.
Has a swivel stand
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
A swivel stand allows you to adjust the position of the display left or right, so you can position it to the desired angle.
Supports VESA mount
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
The VESA mount is a standard used by most manufacturers. A device that supports the VESA mount can be mounted on many different supports, from arms to wall mounts.
height

353.1mm

482mm

The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
width

607.1mm

727mm

The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
thickness

53.3mm

251mm

The thickness (or depth) of the product.
weight

7.89kg

10.1kg

We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
supports portrait mode
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
The screen can be turned into portrait mode which is better to view isolated images like documents, photos, etc.

Colors

brightness (typical)

360 nits

400 nits

A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
supports color calibration
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
A properly calibrated screen represents colors as they are and i.e. you can conduct a photo shoot while verifying your photos in real time. An internal sensor and/or colorimeter is usually included for trouble-free calibration.
display colors

1070m

1070m

Number of colors that a display can accurately reproduce.
bit depth

10-bit

10-bit

Bit depth is the number of bits used to indicate the color of a single pixel. The more bits, the more color range a panel displays. An 8-bit panel uses 256 levels per channel and displays 16.7 million colors, while a 10-bit one reaches 1024 and displays 1.07 billion colors.
contrast ratio

1000:1

1000:1

Contrast ratio is the visual distance between the lightest and the darkest colors that may be reproduced on the display. A high contrast ratio is desired, resulting in richer dark colors and more distinctive color gradation.
Adobe RGB coverage

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99%

This shows the percentage of Adobe RGB covered by the device.
sRGB coverage

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143%

The percentage of the sRGB color space that the device covers. sRGB is an RGB color space that HP and Microsoft created to use on monitors, printers, and the Web.

Connectivity

More HDMI ports mean that you can simultaneously connect numerous devices, such as video game consoles and set-top boxes.
supports Thunderbolt
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
Thunderbolt is a connection over cable that carries both data and display signals over a single cable, while simultaneously providing power.
Allows you to connect to a display using DisplayPort.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has a DVI connector
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
Devices that have a DVI connector (usually computers and notebooks) can be connected to the TV set.
With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices.
USB version

LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27": Not applicable

2

Newer USB versions are faster and have better power management.
Has USB Type-C
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
HDMI version

HDMI 2.1

HDMI 2.1

Newer versions of HDMI support higher bandwidth, which allows for higher resolutions and frame rates.

Power

How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
The power consumption in standby mode, also called energy-saving mode, measures the amount of power the device consumes when shut down but still plugged in.
annual power consumption

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The more power per year a device consumes, the less energy efficient it is, making it more costly over time.

Features

supports PiP and PaP
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
Devices supporting PiP and PaP - Picture in Picture can show two images from different sources at the same time by splitting the viewing window or creating a smaller window inside the bigger image.
has stereo speakers
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has built-in smart TV
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
Devices with built-in smart TV features (such as Android TV or webOS) allow you to access popular streaming apps without the need to purchase/connect a separate smart TV device.
Has a remote control
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
A remote control allows you to control the device remotely. The remote control can be included or optional.
supports Dolby Digital
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
If the device supports Dolby Digital it can deliver up to six different audio channels (sides) for a much better sound quality.
supports Dolby Digital Plus
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
If a device supports Dolby Digital Plus it can deliver up to fourteen different audio channels (sides) with improved bitrates, for a much better sound quality.
has DTS Surround
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
DTS Surround is a high-quality audio codec that supports up to six audio channels, with good bitrates and audio quality.
has an ambient light sensor
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
An ambient light sensor adjusts the luminance of the device according to the amount of natural light that surrounds it.
has a front camera
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
A front camera, also called secondary camera, can be used for video chats/selfies.

Miscellaneous

has an HDMI output
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
Devices with a HDMI or mini HDMI port can transfer high definition video and audio to a display.
supports HDR10
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
HDR10 is an HDR (high dynamic range) video technology. Compared to standard dynamic range (SDR) video, HDR10 video has greater contrast and color depth, resulting in more realistic images.
height adjustment range

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10cm

Devices with height adjustment provide a full range of height possibilities resulting in maximum comfort.
has a built-in HDR mode
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
It can automatically shoot pictures with a higher dynamic range (HDR).
supports BFI
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
BFI - Black Frame Insertion means that the display will add black frames between real frames in order to help the human eye better perceive the image.
supports USB recording
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
USB recording is the capacity of the device to record content into plugged in USB devices.
is DLNA-certified
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
All DLNA-certified products are compatible with one another. When different devices are connected to the same network, data can be transferred easily between them.
audio input ports

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0

More audio input ports mean that more audio devices such as microphones and keyboards can be connected at once.
has a child lock
LG UltraGear 27GP950-B 27"
MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"
A child lock enables adults to prevent or restrict children’s use of the device.

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MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD 32"

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