BenQ RD280U vs LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"
44.5" · 5120×2160 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 70cm
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| Specification | BenQ RD280U 2024 | LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 28.2" | 44.5" (Better) |
| Resolution | 3840×2560 | 5120×2160 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 164 (Better) | 125 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 53cm (Better) | 70cm |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 21:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 0.0 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| SDR Brightness | 350 nits (Better) | 275 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 1300 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,200 | 1:1,500,000 (Better) |
| Ports | 1x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 90 W | 90 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 93% · Adobe RGB 87% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 94% (Better) |
| Year | 2024 | 2025 (Better) |
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 UltraGear 45GX950A 45" offers a larger 44.5" display for more immersive viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: BenQ RD280U or LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45"?
The BenQ RD280U has 164 PPI compared to 125 PPI for the LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The BenQ RD280U requires 53cm vs 70cm for the LG UltraGear 45GX950A 45" 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).
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