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If there is an obvious on-paper weakness, it involves HDR performance. HDR10 signal decoding is supported, which is handy to have and means you can watch HDR video or play HDR games and see the correct colors. But there’s no VESA HDR certification and the maximum brightness tops out at a relatively modest 350 nits. Likewise, the IPS panel is rated at a lowly 700:1 for static contrast, which isn’t going to help with hitting high peaks and deep troughs at the same time. This isn't as good as the 27GP850, which has a larger usable range again due to slightly better response time performance overall. However it's not as bad as other displays that have much more narrow usable refresh ranges for their overdrive modes. To summarize the results aren't perfect by any means, but not awful. Variable overdrive would have been a good addition here to resolve these lingering concerns.
Brightness tops out at just over 400 nits, a little lower than the 27GP850 but still very solid for most indoor viewing conditions. Of course, LG does list "HDR10" support but this number is not sufficient for true HDR. Then we see minimum brightness is 67 nits, a bit higher than I'd like and a below average result. I am also a programmer and the ability to orient the monitor vertically is great, with the size of the monitor there is so much vertical space. Of course, with LG's initial approach to the 32GP850 review I was very curious to see whether this product is actually flawed in some way, and whether the review guidelines were intended to hide these flaws. It's certainly a suspicious situation, so I've been extra thorough with this review in an attempt to find any problems. Compared to other similar displays on the market today, this batch being entirely 1440p monitors, the 32GP850 as I talked about just moments ago isn't quite as fast as the 27GP850 when comparing the best vs best performance at the maximum refresh rate. The 27 inch model reported a 4.7ms average response time, compared to 5.7ms with the 32 inch model, albeit with lower overshoot. The results from the 32GP850 therefore aren't too different to other LG Nano IPS monitors but not quite up there with the best 32-inch models I've tested or indeed other IPS models. Frameless Design:A minimal bezel on three sides provides an immersive gaming experience, perfect for multi-monitor setups.The step up from Normal is Fast. Response times have improved again and now sit at 5.7ms which is very solid, and this is at only a minimal cost to overshoot. As a result, cumulative deviation is lower, now at just 457, and typically this is what we are looking for when assessing overdrive modes. So in short, Fast is better than Normal when gaming at 180Hz and has a marginally clearer image than previous modes even with a small introduction to overshoot. If you’re in the market for a gaming monitor that balances cost and performance, the AOC 27″ Gaming Monitor might be a good fit. It’s designed with a 27-inch Full HD display, which provides clear and engaging visuals. One of its standout features is the 180-Hz refresh rate. This high refresh rate is particularly useful in fast-paced games. Adaptive-Sync technology is also included, which is a significant addition in this price range. The HDR10 support is a nice touch too, enhancing the richness of the visuals. From an ergonomic standpoint, the monitor’s design is thoughtful. It has adjustable pivot and height options, which can be quite comfortable during long gaming sessions. Also, the 3-year zero-bright-dot warranty suggests a commitment to quality. The stand supports height, pivot and tilt adjustability, giving a decent range of motion that includes the ability to use the display in a portrait orientation if you want to. There's also VESA mounting support if necessary. Meanwhile the on-screen display is controlled through a directional toggle on the bottom edge of the monitor and includes a standard set of features, nothing too exciting. The colour accuracy out the box is amazing and the brightness is next level, the first time I have ever turned down a monitor to below max brightness.
Today we are reviewing the monitor that LG didn't want us to review, the 32GP850. It's been a bit of a process to get this one out, far from the smoothest review process I've ever had, but today we'll be going over everything you need to know if you are interested in this display, which has been on sale for a couple of weeks now.Combined with a nice wide color gamut, excellent viewing angles and above average uniformity, along with a functional sRGB mode for those that prefer accuracy. So whether you're gaming or watching videos, the 32GP850 does a fantastic job with a variety of content.
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