LG UltraGear 32GS95UE vs Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
| Specification | LG UltraGear 32GS95UE 2024 | Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 31.5" (Better) | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 5120×2880 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 140 | 218 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 62cm | 40cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz (Better) | 60 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium Pro | None |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG (Better) | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | None |
| SDR Brightness | 275 nits | 600 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 731 nits (Better) | 600 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 (Better) | 1:1,000 |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub | 0x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | — | 90 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 88% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 94% (Better) |
| Year | 2024 (Better) | 2023 |
Summary
The Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K has higher pixel density (218 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K allows sitting closer (40cm) while maintaining retina quality.
The LG UltraGear 32GS95UE offers a larger 31.5" display for more immersive viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: LG UltraGear 32GS95UE or Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K?
The Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K has 218 PPI compared to 140 PPI for the LG UltraGear 32GS95UE.
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K requires 40cm vs 62cm for the LG UltraGear 32GS95UE 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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