LG 27GP850-B vs LG 38WN95C-W
Verdict: The LG 38WN95C‑W outshines the 27GP850‑B in color fidelity (98% DCI‑P3 vs 99% sRGB) and HDR capability (DisplayHDR 600 vs 350 nits), making it the superior choice for creators and immersive gamers (RTINGS, Tom's Hardware). However, its 144 Hz refresh is slower than the 165 Hz of the 27GP850‑B, which benefits competitive 1440p gamers (Tom's Hardware). For pure esports performance on a budget, the 27GP850‑B remains compelling, but overall the 38WN95C‑W offers a more versatile experience.
Winner: LG 38WN95C-W
LG 27GP850-B: 7/10
LG 38WN95C-W: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| LG 27GP850-B | LG 38WN95C-W | |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 inches | 38 inches |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 | 3840×1600 |
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Brightness | 350 nits | 600 nits |
LG 27GP850-B
What works
- 1 ms GTG response (per RTINGS)
- NVIDIA G‑Sync Compatible (per Tom's Hardware)
- Excellent sRGB coverage 99% (per AnandTech)
What doesn't
- Limited HDR peak brightness 350 nits (per RTINGS)
- No USB‑C port (per LG spec sheet)
LG 38WN95C-W
What works
- Nano IPS with 98% DCI‑P3 (per RTINGS)
- VESA DisplayHDR 600 (per Tom's Hardware)
- USB‑C with 60 W PD (per LG spec sheet)
What doesn't
- Higher price point (per LG pricing)
- Refresh rate lower than 165 Hz gaming panels (per RTINGS)
Bottom line
Our pick: LG 38WN95C-W.
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