The new LG UltraGear 27GX790A sets a new standard for gaming monitors with its OLED technology and a refresh rate of 480 Hz. It scores with a 480 Hz OLED panel and modern features, but is noticeably later than the competition.
Highlights of the LG UltraGear 27GX790A
- Refresh rate: 480 Hz for the smoothest movements, ideal for e-sports and fast action games.
- OLED technology: Self-illuminating pixels ensure impressive contrasts and vivid colors.
- Response time: 0.03 ms (GtG) for virtually lag-free display.
- Adaptive Sync: Support for NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro for a smooth gaming experience.
Monitor details
Ultra-high frame rate and OLED technology
At 480 Hz, the UltraGear 27GX790A is one of the fastest gaming monitors on the market. The OLED technology offers excellent color fidelity and a contrast of 1,500,000:1, which means that bright and dark scenes are displayed with equal precision. Gamers thus experience smooth gameplay without motion blur – a decisive advantage in competitive games.
The all-new 27GX790A is equipped with LG’s WOLED display technology, which uses a white OLED light source with color filters to produce accurate RGB colors and impressive screen brightness. This technology offers a high contrast ratio, vivid colors, deep blacks and excellent motion display – even during fast-paced gaming. Thanks to this WOLED technology, the new UltraGear OLED gaming monitor has been awarded VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification as well as the highest VESA ClearMR class.
Ergonomics and design
The monitor is ergonomically flexible and allows adjustments in height, tilt and rotation. With its minimalist, almost borderless design and anti-glare coating, it is not only functional, but also a visual highlight. The slim construction saves space, while the futuristic design fits perfectly into modern gaming setups.
More features
The monitor also offers a wide range of connection options, including HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 and USB-C, as well as DTS Headphone for impressive sound. The VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification guarantees brilliant HDR displays, which are particularly effective in dark gaming scenes.
| Panel | WOLED |
| Diagonal | 27 inch |
| resolution | 2560 x 1440 |
| Frame rate | 480 Hz |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| Color space | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| FreeSync/G-Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro + G-Sync compatible |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Color depth | 10 bit |
| Response time | 0.03ms (gray to gray) |
| Video inputs | 2 × HDMI 2.1, 1 × DisplayPort 2.1 |
| Audio | 4-pin headphone connection (DTS Headphone:X) |
| USB | 2 × USB 3.0 |
| Ergonomics | Tiltable (-5°/+15°), rotatable (-30°/+30°, height-adjustable (110 mm), pivot |
Conclusion
The LG UltraGear 27GX790A impresses with top values in terms of speed, picture quality and design. With its price, which is expected to be in the premium segment, it is aimed at demanding gamers who want to get the best out of their games. The model will be available in the USA from December 2024 at a price of USD 999.00. It is not yet clear when the monitor will come to Europe.
