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LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 vs Sharp LQ173M1JW04: Comparison

What is the difference between LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 and Sharp LQ173M1JW04?

Start with refresh rate, because it is the widest measured gap between them: LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 144 Hz against Sharp LQ173M1JW04 300 Hz, 52% in favour of Sharp LQ173M1JW04. Panel part number is not the same on both, LP173WFG-SPB1 on the LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 versus LQ173M1JW04 on the Sharp LQ173M1JW04. There is a split on equivalence set as well, p173-fhd-ips-40p-144hz-a on the LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 versus p173-fhd-40p-sharp-lq173m1jw04 on the Sharp LQ173M1JW04.

LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 vs Sharp LQ173M1JW04: which one fits your build

The LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 is the one to take for 17.3 inch 1920x1080 replacement for the models listed. It is the wrong buy for laptops not on the fit list; check the part number on your current panel. Buy the Sharp LQ173M1JW04 for 17.3-inch high-refresh gaming laptop repairs, though it is the wrong buy for color-critical creative work (FHD 300Hz panels prioritize speed over gamut).

What LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 and Sharp LQ173M1JW04 have in common

Where they agree, they agree completely, screen size, resolution, panel type, surface and touchscreen included, so the decision does not turn on any of those. They match on 2 further specifications as well.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Connector Pins the same on the LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 and Sharp LQ173M1JW04?

It is. Both are listed at 40, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Panel Part Number

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    LP173WFG-SPB1
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    LQ173M1JW04
  • Manufacturer

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    LG Display
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    Sharp
  • Equivalence Set

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    p173-fhd-ips-40p-144hz-a
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    p173-fhd-40p-sharp-lq173m1jw04
  • Screen Size

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    17.3 in
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    17.3 in
  • Resolution

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    1920x1080
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    1920x1080
  • Panel Type

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    IPS
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    IPS
  • Refresh Rate

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    144 Hz-52%
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    300 HzBest
  • Surface

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    Matte
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    Matte
  • Touchscreen

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    No
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    No
  • Connector Pins

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    40
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    40
  • Backlight

    LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1
    WLED
    Sharp LQ173M1JW04
    WLED

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose LG Display LP173WFG-SPB1 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Choose Sharp LQ173M1JW04 if you want the higher refresh rate (300 Hz vs 144 Hz).

    Price comparison

    RetailerLG Display LP173WFG-SPB1Sharp LQ173M1JW04
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    Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.