ASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS vs LG UltraGear 38GN950-B
ASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS
24.5″ · 1920×1080 · 310 Hz · IPSLG UltraGear 38GN950-B
38″ · 3840×1600 · 160 Hz · IPSASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS and LG UltraGear 38GN950-B are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 79 and 79.
- Resolution: LG UltraGear 38GN950-B leads (3840×1600 vs 1920×1080).
- Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS leads (310 Hz vs 160 Hz).
ASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS
If you care most about refresh rate.
LG UltraGear 38GN950-B
If you care most about resolution.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS | LG UltraGear 38GN950-B | |
|---|---|---|
| 79 | Gear score | 79 |
| 24.5″ | Screen size | 38″ |
| 1920×1080 | Resolution | 3840×1600 |
| 310 Hz | Refresh rate | 160 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 1 ms | Response time | 1 ms |
| ≈ $229 | Estimated price | — |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is ASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS or LG UltraGear 38GN950-B better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS and LG UltraGear 38GN950-B are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 79 and 79. Resolution: LG UltraGear 38GN950-B leads (3840×1600 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS leads (310 Hz vs 160 Hz).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG259CMS leads (310 Hz vs 160 Hz).