HP Smartbuy Z30i vs LG 26WQ500-B
HP Smartbuy Z30i
30″ · 2560×1600 · 60 Hz · IPSLG 26WQ500-B
25.7″ · 2560×1080 · 75 Hz · IPSHP Smartbuy Z30i and LG 26WQ500-B are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 50 and 50.
- Resolution: HP Smartbuy Z30i leads (2560×1600 vs 2560×1080).
- Refresh rate: LG 26WQ500-B leads (75 Hz vs 60 Hz).
- Response time: LG 26WQ500-B leads (5 ms vs 8 ms).
HP Smartbuy Z30i
If you care most about resolution.
LG 26WQ500-B
If you care most about refresh rate, response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| HP Smartbuy Z30i | LG 26WQ500-B | |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | Gear score | 50 |
| 30″ | Screen size | 25.7″ |
| 2560×1600 | Resolution | 2560×1080 |
| 60 Hz | Refresh rate | 75 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | IPS |
| 8 ms | Response time | 5 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $250 |
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 HP Smartbuy Z30i or LG 26WQ500-B better?
HP Smartbuy Z30i and LG 26WQ500-B are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 50 and 50. Resolution: HP Smartbuy Z30i leads (2560×1600 vs 2560×1080). Refresh rate: LG 26WQ500-B leads (75 Hz vs 60 Hz). Response time: LG 26WQ500-B leads (5 ms vs 8 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: LG 26WQ500-B leads (75 Hz vs 60 Hz).