LG UltraGear 27GP850-B vs ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B vs ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP compared — specs, features, and which one to buy for your setup. See the full breakdown on CreatorConfig.
The Ruling
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B or ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP? Get the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP, narrowly.
The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP wins Refresh Rate — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is the pricier of the two at $999.99, so the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B stays the pick if $700 matters more than those specs.
At a Glance
Where each one actually leads
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | LG UltraGear 27GP850-B | ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Space | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Refresh Rate | 3.4/10 | 10/10 |
| Value | 10/10 | 3/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B
27-inch QHD Nano IPS gaming monitor with fast response and high refresh for fluid gameplay.
It gives up refresh rate to the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP. It is the cheaper of the two, by $700.00.
Leads on
- Nothing on the spec sheet goes this one’s way.
ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP
High-end 27-inch QHD OLED esports monitor with ultra-high refresh performance.
On paper the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP takes refresh rate (480Hz, +315Hz). It concedes nothing measurable on the sheet. That costs $700.00 more than the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B.
Leads on
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Refresh Rate +315Hz480Hz165Hz (180Hz OC)
Higher refresh rate makes gameplay smoother on your gaming monitor.
Where they’re identical
These 2 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Resolution 2560x1440
- Dimensions 27-inch
The Record
7 specs, grouped by area
A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.
Bottom Line
Who each one is for
The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between LG UltraGear 27GP850-B and ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP?
The largest gap is refresh rate, where the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP leads — 480Hz against 165Hz (180Hz OC). Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 1 spec. They match on 2 specs, including resolution and dimensions. Two monitors from LG and ASUS, each taking a different approach to color accuracy and screen real estate.
Which is better for streaming, LG UltraGear 27GP850-B or ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP?
Get the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP, narrowly. The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP wins Refresh Rate — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is the pricier of the two at $999.99, so the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B stays the pick if $700 matters more than those specs.
Is the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP worth the extra $700 over the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B?
The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP costs $999.99 against $299.99, a difference of $700. The premium buys refresh rate (480Hz). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.