Dual LG 27GP850-B Setup vs LG 38WN95C-W
Verdict: The Dual LG 27GP850-B Setup delivers 5120x1440 total resolution at 165-180Hz for $499 (per LG MSRP) versus the LG 38WN95C-W's 3840x1600 at 144Hz for $1599. The dual setup beats the ultrawide on value and refresh rate per RTINGS and Notebookcheck data but trails on seamless design and HDR 600 certification. The 38WN95C-W offers better immersion for gaming while the dual monitors excel at productivity multitasking.
Winner: Dual LG 27GP850-B Setup
Dual LG 27GP850-B Setup: 8/10
LG 38WN95C-W: 7/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Dual LG 27GP850-B Setup | LG 38WN95C-W | |
|---|---|---|
| screen_size | 27-inch (x2) | 38-inch |
| resolution | 2560 x 1440 (x2) | 3840 x 1600 |
| refresh_rate | 165Hz (180Hz OC) | 144Hz |
| hdr | VESA DisplayHDR 400 | VESA DisplayHDR 600 |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz -> 240Hz | 144Hz -> 240Hz |
| Response Time | 5ms -> 1ms | 5ms -> 1ms |
Dual LG 27GP850-B Setup
What works
- Total 5120 x 1440 resolution across two panels
- Higher 165-180Hz refresh rate per display
- Lower combined MSRP of $499
What doesn't
- No Thunderbolt 3 connectivity
LG 38WN95C-W
What works
- Higher HDR 600 brightness certification
- Thunderbolt 3 connectivity included
What doesn't
- Lower 144Hz refresh rate
- Higher MSRP of $1599
Bottom line
Our pick: Dual LG 27GP850-B Setup.
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