Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
This Sceptre 27" 1080p 165Hz gaming monitor is widely praised as a great budget option for both work and play. Users highlight the sharp 1080p resolution at 27", smooth 165Hz refresh rate (via DisplayPort), and solid build quality for the price. Common complaints include a flimsy stand, poor built-in speakers, and occasional dead-on-arrival DisplayPort cables, but most agree these are minor issues given the value.
Pros
- Sharp 1080p picture at 27"
- Smooth 165Hz refresh rate
- Great value for the price
- Slim bezel design
- Includes DisplayPort cable
Cons
- Flimsy plastic stand
- Poor built-in speakers
- Occasional dead DisplayPort cable
- 144Hz max via HDMI
- Non-adjustable height
LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025
The LG 45" UltraGear OLED Gaming Monitor is a high-end curved display with a 5K2K resolution and an 800R curvature. It offers impressive specs like a 0.03ms response time, up to 330Hz refresh rate, and versatile connectivity including DisplayPort 2.1 and USB-C with 90W power delivery. Users appreciate the built-in speakers and VESA compatibility for wall mounting. Overall, it is well-regarded for gaming and productivity, though the limited number of reviews prevents a definitive assessment.
Pros
- High 5K2K resolution
- Fast 0.03ms response time
- Up to 330Hz refresh rate
- Versatile connectivity options
- Built-in speakers
Cons
- Limited number of user reviews
- No detailed negative feedback available
Scores
Specifications
| Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" | LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 44.5" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 5120 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | — | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 800 |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits | 1300 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 1★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Power | — | 66W★ |
| Weight | 3.29 kg★ | 14.00 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong performance (77th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (75th percentile)
- Below average ergonomic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong color (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong performance (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022 offers 9.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 31 specs.
