LG has quietly launched the Ultragear 27G850A, a revolutionary 27-inch gaming monitor that brings several industry-first features to the market. Designed for competitive and immersive gaming, it combines a 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution with an ultra-fast 240Hz refresh rate on an IPS Black panel—a first in the gaming display industry.
The LG 27G850A utilizes Nano IPS Black technology, enhancing contrast and delivering deep blacks with a 2000:1 contrast ratio, twice that of standard IPS panels. The monitor supports 10-bit color depth and covers 99% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, ensuring lifelike visuals and vibrant colors. Hardware-level calibration guarantees color accuracy, making it ideal for both gaming and creative professionals.
A standout feature of the 27G850A is its dual-mode functionality, allowing users to switch between 4K at 240Hz and 1080p at 480Hz. However, LG notes that enabling 1080p/480Hz reduces the effective screen size to 24 inches. This flexibility caters to gamers who prioritize high refresh rates in fast-paced titles while maintaining 4K quality for visually stunning experiences.
The monitor is equipped with a 1ms GtG response time, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatibility, and VESA AdaptiveSync, ensuring tear-free, ultra-smooth gameplay.
For HDR content, the LG Ultragear 27G850A reaches a peak brightness of 670 nits, with 450 nits in SDR mode. This makes it capable of delivering enhanced contrast and highlights in HDR-supported games and media.
The 27G850A offers a comprehensive selection of ports, including:
Despite featuring DisplayPort 2.1, the specified bandwidth is not sufficient for uncompressed 4K at 240Hz, meaning Display Stream Compression (DSC) is likely required.
For comfort and usability, the monitor comes with an ergonomic stand offering tilt, height, swivel, and pivot adjustments, ensuring an optimal viewing experience for every setup.
The LG Ultragear 27G850A is currently listed at €799 (~$870) in Europe and HK$6,980 (~$900) in Hong Kong. The US and UK launch details remain unconfirmed, but with its feature set, it is expected to attract attention from serious gamers worldwide.
With cutting-edge IPS Black technology, 4K 240Hz refresh rate, dual-mode flexibility, and advanced gaming optimizations, the LG 27G850A sets a new benchmark for gaming monitors. While some limitations exist in terms of full-bandwidth DisplayPort performance, its impressive specifications make it a compelling choice for competitive and immersive gaming alike. Gamers eagerly await its broader availability across global markets.
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