ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD
Score: 69/100
LG 32GS60QC-B
Score: 70/100Rankings
The LG 32GS60QC-B UltraGear is a 32-inch QHD VA gaming monitor featuring a 1000R curvature, 180 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response time, and HDR10 support. It offers deep blacks and high contrast but suffers from VA-related ghosting, limited ergonomics, and modest HDR performance.
The ViewSonic VX2718-PC-MHD is a 27-inch curved VA gaming monitor delivering a rapid 180 Hz refresh rate, deep contrast and FreeSync Premium at a budget-friendly price. It offers immersive curvature and eye-care features but lacks height adjustment, has modest brightness for HDR and low-power speakers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
27 inches | 31.5 inchesbest | |
180 Hzbest | 180 Hzbest | |
1,920 pixels | 2,560 pixelsbest | |
1,080 pixels | 1,440 pixelsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 msbest | 1 msbest |
250 nits | 300 nitsbest | |
4,000best | 3,000 | |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(6) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 27 inches | 31.5 inches |
Resolution (Horizontal) (pixels) | 1920 pixels | 2560 pixels |
Resolution (Vertical) (pixels) | 1080 pixels | 1440 pixels |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 300 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 4000 | 3000 |
Color Gamut | 102% sRGB, 72% NTSC | 99% sRGB |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 36 months | 12 months |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | -5 to 20 degrees | 20 degrees |
Power(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 26-27 W | 23 W |
Audio(1) | ||
Built‑in Speakers | true | false |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the VX2718-PC-MHD for delivering a high 180 Hz refresh rate and deep 1500R curvature at a budget price, noting the VA panel's strong contrast and FreeSync Premium as key differentiators. They caution that while input lag and color accuracy are acceptable, they fall short of premium standards, and the lack of height adjustment and HDMI limitations keep it from the top tier.
Everyday users consistently highlight the monitor's smooth, responsive gameplay and immersive curvature, calling it a great value and easy to set up. Recurring complaints focus on slight text fuzziness, the HDMI refresh ceiling, and the anti-glare coating's visual artifacts.
Professional reviewers acknowledge the monitor's strong contrast, immersive curvature, and high refresh rate, but criticize its VA-related motion handling, limited ergonomics, and only token HDR support.
Everyday users love the monitor's immersive curve, deep blacks, and gaming-specific features, but repeatedly complain about ghosting, VRR flicker, and the lack of height adjustment. HDR is generally considered disappointing.
“Smooth gameplay”
“Immersive curve”
“Great value”
