Skip to content

BenQ RD280U vs LG 32UN880-B 32"

Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications

BenQ RD280U

28.2" · 3840×2560 · IPS
Optimal Viewing Distance 53cm
Open in calculator →

LG 32UN880-B 32"

31.5" · 3840×2160 · IPS
Optimal Viewing Distance 62cm
Open in calculator →
Specification BenQ RD280U 2024 LG 32UN880-B 32" 2020
Screen Size 28.2" 31.5" (Better)
Resolution 3840×2560 (Better) 3840×2160
Pixel Density (PPI) 164 (Better) 140
Optimal Viewing Distance 53cm (Better) 62cm
Panel Type IPS IPS
Viewing Angle 178° 178°
Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Refresh Rate 60 Hz 60 Hz
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) None FreeSync
Response Time 5 ms GTG 5 ms GTG
HDR Certification DisplayHDR 400 None
SDR Brightness 350 nits 350 nits
HDR Peak Brightness 400 nits 450 nits (Better)
Contrast Ratio 1:1,200 (Better) 1:1,000
Ports 1x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub
USB-C Power Delivery 90 W (Better) 60 W
Color Gamut sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 93% · Adobe RGB 87% sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 95% · Adobe RGB 87% (Better)
Year 2024 (Better) 2020

Summary

The BenQ RD280U has higher pixel density (164 PPI), making it sharper at close range.

The BenQ RD280U allows sitting closer (53cm) while maintaining retina quality.

The LG 32UN880-B 32" offers a larger 31.5" display for more immersive viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has better PPI: BenQ RD280U or LG 32UN880-B 32"?
The BenQ RD280U has 164 PPI compared to 140 PPI for the LG 32UN880-B 32".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The BenQ RD280U requires 53cm vs 62cm for the LG 32UN880-B 32" to reach retina quality.

Methodology & Sources

Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.

Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.

Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).

Last updated:

Related Comparisons