ViewSonic TD2230 22" Black 2016
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
ViewSonic TD2230 22" Black 2016
The ViewSonic TD2430 touchscreen monitor is generally well-received for its value, display quality, and touch responsiveness, especially for non-gaming tasks like video work. However, users consistently warn about the highly glossy screen that requires an anti-glare film, and some find the IO port covers frustratingly difficult to remove. The built-in speakers are mediocre, and the monitor may have minor HDMI/DP detection quirks, but overall it's praised for its portability and price.
Pros
- Good value for money
- Responsive touch screen
- Good display quality
- Portable and lightweight
- Built-in speakers work
Cons
- Glossy screen requires anti-glare film
- Difficult to remove I/O port covers
- Mediocre built-in speakers
- HDMI/DP detection issues
- No DisplayPort cable included
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
The LG UltraGear 27-inch OLED gaming monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED picture quality, incredibly high 480Hz refresh rate, and ultra-fast 0.03ms response time. Users describe it as a game-changer for competitive gaming, offering fluid motion and deep blacks. Common drawbacks include the high price, the need for a powerful GPU to reach 480Hz, and the lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for serious gamers who can afford the premium.
Pros
- Stunning OLED picture quality
- Incredibly smooth 480Hz refresh rate
- Ultra-fast 0.03ms response time
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Solid build and ergonomic stand
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for 480Hz
- No built-in speakers
- SDR brightness lower than LCD rivals
- Potential burn-in risk with OLED
Scores
Specifications
| ViewSonic TD2230 22" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 22" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 76 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 275 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 3★ |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✓★ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 3.58 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
ViewSonic TD2230 22" Black 2016
- Strong portability (74th percentile)
- Strong connectivity (68th percentile)
- Below average color (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average display (22nd percentile)
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 28 specs.