Skip to main content

LG claims new 27-inch UltraGear is world’s fastest 4K gaming monitor

If you’re a gamer who refuses to compromise on resolution or speed, LG’s new 27-inch UltraGear Gaming Monitor checks off a lot of boxes. A 4K UHD resolution and a refresh rate of 144Hz already qualify the UltraGear as an impressive gaming companion, but LG also added a super-speedy 1ms gray-to-gray response time, making it the first of its kind in the world. To achieve this feat, LG claims that the UltraGear 27GN950 utilizes VESA Display Stream Compression technology.

“The VESA Display Stream Compression (DSC) technology in the 27GN950 can deliver virtually lossless 4K UHD images in 10-bit color with a 144Hz refresh rate via just a single DisplayPort cable,” the company said in a statement, noting that the panel delivers immersive pictual quality without sacrificing on features like input lag and refresh rates.

27'' UltraGear 4K UHD Nano IPS 1ms 144Hz G-Sync Compatible Gaming Monitor
Image used with permission by copyright holder

And whether you’re an AMD or Nvidia gamer, LG has you covered in terms of anti-screen-tearing technology. The panel supports both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Pro, making it compatible with GeForce and Radeon graphics cards to further minimize screen tearing and stutters for e-sports and action-packed gaming scenes. Even though the UltraGear 27GN950 is targeted at gamers, creatives will also find plenty to love with this panel, which LG claims can deliver color-accurate reproduction.

The LG UltraGear not only supports VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification, but a brightness of 400 nits as well. The panel supports a contrast ratio of 1000:1. LG claims that there is also hardware calibration on the panel’s Nano IPS screen to help with color accuracy, and the company claims the screen can achieve 98% of the wide DCI-P3 color space.

Image used with permission by copyright holder

And like most modern monitors, the slim bezels give the UltraGear a very minimalist aesthetic when it is sitting on your desk. In terms of ergonomics, the Y-shaped desk stand can be raised and lowered, and the monitor can tilt and pivot.

Gamers who need a little bit of extra flair will appreciate that the panel comes with Video Sync mode, allowing the RGB ring on the back to dynamically adjust the backlighting color depending on the scene in your game. LG noted that this will be the first monitor to feature the company’s “wings” emblem.

The UltraGear is now available through LG.com and authorized retailers with a retail price of $799.

Editors' Recommendations

Chuong Nguyen
Silicon Valley-based technology reporter and Giants baseball fan who splits his time between Northern California and Southern…
LG’s latest 4K monitor wants to be your smart home hub
The LG Smart Monitor with a Netflix show streaming on the display

You could only stream via AirPlay 2 to an overpriced Apple monitor or a Samsung smart TV -- until now. LG just released the Smart Monitor which has AirPlay 2 built into it and doubles as a smart home hub, so now you can stream from your Mac to the monitor without the need for cables.

The LG Smart Monitor 32SQ780S is a 32-inch 60Hz monitor with a 4K display mounted on an adjustable ergonomic stand. It’s a beefy boy, at nearly 25 pounds and 16 inches thick. There are USB-C ports on the back, but not much else in the way of I/O.

Read more
ViewSonic’s new mini-LED gaming monitor looks like 34 inches of curved glory
The ViewSonic Elite XG341C-2K

If you've ever gone down the rabbit hole of trying to find the perfect gaming monitor but always come away disappointed, we have good news for you. ViewSonic released the Elite XG341C-2K ultrawide curved monitor today, looking to end your Goldilocks-like search for the "just right" display.

The XG341C-2K comes packed with features, most notably, the mini-LED backlighting with full array local dimming and VESA DisplayHDR 1400 certification. It also comes with a whopping 200Hz refresh rate and "PureXP blur reduction" to guarantee ultra-smooth gameplay and reduced in-game ghosting. Of course, we'll need to get our hands on this display to test it ourselves, but all the specs seem to be there for great PC gaming performance.

Read more
3 upcoming gaming monitors worth getting excited about
The curved screen of the Corsair Xenon monitor.

This has been a landmark year for monitors, ranging from the awe-inspiring Samsung Ark to the glorious Alienware 34 QD-OLED.

But three new gaming monitors have recently been announced that really get us excited about the future of PC gaming. Gigabyte, LG, and Samsung have all released interesting monitor options that gamers are bound to like the look of -- especially if you're interested in innovation above all else.

Read more