Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | HP - OMEN 32q QHD | LG - UltraGear 45GX950A-B |
|---|---|---|
| Peak brightness | 400 nits | 1300 nits |
| Response time (GtG) | 1 ms | 0.03 ms |
| Screen size | 32 " | 45 " |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 95 % | 98.5 % |
| Panel type | IPS | OLED |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 0 W | 90 W |
Between the OMEN 32q QHD and UltraGear 45GX950A-B, the OMEN 32q QHD comes out ahead in several specs, while the UltraGear 45GX950A-B wins on peak brightness / response time (gtg). Overall, the OMEN 32q QHD scores 68 and the UltraGear 45GX950A-B scores 81.4 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The UltraGear 45GX950A-B is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 13.4 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The OMEN 32q QHD does not pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec-table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the UltraGear 45GX950A-B if the display is what you stare at all day — refresh rate, brightness, or sharpness is where the difference will be most visible. Its strongest claims are peak brightness, response time (gtg), screen size, among others. The single most decisive one: Peak brightness — 225.00% more. 1300 nits vs 400 nits.
Both ship with comparable refresh rate, g-sync, freesync, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the UltraGear 45GX950A-B is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: HP - OMEN 32q QHD or LG - UltraGear 45GX950A-B?
LG - UltraGear 45GX950A-B leads the current Mars Score by 13.4 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare screen size, panel type against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose HP - OMEN 32q QHD if…
HP - OMEN 32q QHD does not lead a decisive measured field here, so choose it for price, ecosystem, design, or availability when those matter more to you.
Choose LG - UltraGear 45GX950A-B if…
LG - UltraGear 45GX950A-B has the measurable edge on peak brightness nits, response time ms, screen size in.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why HP - OMEN 32q QHD wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why LG - UltraGear 45GX950A-B wins
- ▲Peak brightness — 225.00% more. 1300 nits vs 400 nits.
- ▲Response time (GtG) — 97.00% less. 0.03 ms vs 1 ms.
- ▲Screen size — 40.63% more. 45 " vs 32 ".
- ▲DCI-P3 coverage — 3.68% more. 98.5 % vs 95 %.
- ▲Panel type: OLED (vs IPS).
- ▲USB-C Power Delivery: 90 W vs 0 W.
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | HP - OMEN 32q QHD | LG - UltraGear 45GX950A-B |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 32 " | 45 "lead |
| Panel typeⓘ | IPS | OLEDlead |
| Resolutionⓘ | 1440p | 5Klead |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | truelead |
Performance
| Spec | HP - OMEN 32q QHD | LG - UltraGear 45GX950A-B |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 1 ms | 0.03 mslead |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 400 nits | 1300 nitslead |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 95 % | 98.5 %lead |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | true | true |
| FreeSyncⓘ | true | true |
Connectivity
| Spec | HP - OMEN 32q QHD | LG - UltraGear 45GX950A-B |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C inputⓘ | false | truelead |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 0 W | 90 Wlead |
| KVM | false | truelead |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, OMEN 32q QHD or UltraGear 45GX950A-B?+
UltraGear 45GX950A-B refreshes at 165Hz vs 165Hz.
Which has faster response time, OMEN 32q QHD or UltraGear 45GX950A-B?+
UltraGear 45GX950A-B responds in 0.03ms vs 1ms.
Does OMEN 32q QHD or UltraGear 45GX950A-B have USB-C with power delivery?+
UltraGear 45GX950A-B offers USB-C with 90W power delivery.