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Quick verdict
The review evidence points to a tradeoff: motion clarity and competitive gaming suitability versus cable management and USB hub functionality. Choose according to which strengths matter more to you; the overall score alone does not settle that choice.
Choose LG 27GM950B-B for motion clarity and competitive gaming suitability.
Choose Dell S2725QC for cable management and USB hub functionality.
Scores are out of 5. Missing scores mean missing review evidence, not a missing feature.
The box includes HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C cables alongside the power supply and stand, reducing the need for immediate extra purchases.
A supplied USB-C cable helps get started, but one account criticizes its very short length and the absence of bundled HDMI leads.
Action is smooth and sharp by LCD standards, especially in 330Hz mode. A little trailing blur remains, so top OLEDs are still clearer.
This is the main gaming weakness. At speed, moving objects can smear or leave visible trails despite the welcome 120Hz refresh rate.
Changing HDR mode preserves the color presentation on tested Mac systems, making everyday switching more convenient.
An appended Mac user report describes lost brightness controls and HDR access at some 120Hz scaled settings, with 60Hz or a utility used to work around the issue.
The external snap-on cable clip is a weak point: it feels inexpensive, has limited capacity, and can leave a USB-C cable hanging near the controls.
A rear cover and stand routing help hide cords, and single-cable laptop input further tidies up a workstation.
Assembly is straightforward, although the crumbly Styrofoam packaging feels less polished than the premium price suggests.
Unboxing gets favorable comments for neatly organized packaging and a straightforward presentation.
The 1440p/330Hz mode and low latency work well for shooters and racing. OLED competitors retain an edge in response speed, and overdrive tuning is less consistent across refresh rates.
Low input lag helps, but the 120Hz cap and pronounced moving-object trails make fast esports shooters a weaker fit than dedicated gaming screens.
Power draw is relatively high for a 27-inch LCD, especially during bright gaming. A deep-sleep option can reduce standby consumption at the cost of slower wake-up.
Measured power consumption is favorably low for a 27-inch 4K 120Hz monitor, making it a fairly economical everyday display.
Two downstream USB-A ports are useful for basic accessories but form a limited hub. More demanding multi-device desks benefit from a proper docking station.
The practical hub and its retractable ports are major reasons to choose this model over the port-light S2725QS. It does not provide KVM switching.
Normal fast-overdrive settings keep inverse trails low, making motion respectable for an IPS panel. More aggressive tuning can introduce overshoot.
Feedback is divided: one hands-on tester noticed no ghosting, but instrumented coverage and another gaming assessment describe persistent trails behind fast motion.
With local dimming enabled, this IPS display can produce remarkably deep blacks. The unassisted panel's native contrast is much weaker, and small highlights sometimes lose brightness.
Blacks tend toward gray and lack OLED depth, especially in dark scenes and HDR, though some viewers find SDR movie blacks acceptable for the price.
The low, flat metal base offers good stability and an unobtrusive shape, with only modest wobble reported during use.
The fully adjustable stand is convenient, but multiple units reportedly wobble or drift when touched, while another sample felt sturdy on the desk.
Sound is a little better than some monitor speakers and works for everyday alerts, but voices can sound thin and dedicated speakers are better for media.
Clear dialogue, useful loudness and even a little bass are better than many monitor speakers, although fine low-volume control and hi-fi depth are limited.
The exceptionally broad gamut produces rich, vivid HDR colors and appeals to photographers. SDR content needs proper gamut control to avoid oversaturation.
sRGB coverage is adequate for work and many creative activities, but wider P3 and Rec.2020 color reproduction trails premium displays.
The backlight produces powerful larger highlights while preserving dark blacks. Very small bright objects such as stars and lamps can be dimmed too heavily or disappear.
Bright points fail to stand out convincingly against darker scenes, making highlights muted rather than dramatic.
The high-density, dual-refresh design makes a strong impression, but owners disagree about whether its HDR quirks and high price undermine the purchase.
Owners expressing an overall verdict are enthusiastic about how much practical screen and connectivity the S2725QC delivers for the money.
Native 5K detail and vivid HDR can flatter richly rendered campaigns. Some dark scenes are over-dimmed, making OLED alternatives more dependable for cinematic HDR perfectionists.
Story-focused games can look colorful and detailed at 4K 120Hz, but limited HDR and gray blacks restrict cinematic depth.
DisplayPort 2.1, two HDMI 2.1 inputs and USB-C provide excellent modern video connectivity. Missing KVM and more extensive USB docking are the notable limitations.
USB-C, two HDMI inputs and convenient downstream USB ports cover mainstream needs. Missing a normal DisplayPort jack, 3.5mm output, KVM and Thunderbolt limits more complex desks.
Game profiles, black stabilization, frame counters and shortcut customization give players useful control without a sprawling, confusing menu.
Several gaming presets and extensive color adjustments give casual players convenient starting points for different game styles.
Integrated speakers are acceptable for everyday sounds and simple gaming. They are thin or metallic sounding in voices and do not replace proper speakers.
The two integrated speakers are unusually usable for a budget monitor, particularly for meetings and YouTube, although they cannot replace dedicated audio gear.
The appearance and image controls can feel distinctly high-end, although plain plastic surfaces and software rough edges undercut that impression for some.
A clean contemporary finish looks more expensive than its price, but plastic construction keeps the actual tactile experience short of higher-end models.
Mac and Windows users report straightforward connections and sensible scaling. Whether maximum refresh rates are available depends on the connected computer.
USB-C worked successfully with a Dell XPS laptop lacking HDMI, demonstrating a convenient connection path for modern USB-C computers.
Input response is very quick in SDR, helping fast games feel connected to controller or mouse movements. HDR backlight processing can add some delay.
Button and mouse response are consistently praised, with lag low enough to feel instantaneous even in games requiring fast reactions.
VESA mounting lets buyers replace the stock stand with an arm without sacrificing a pivot and height-adjustable stand option at purchase.
Standard mounting allows a monitor arm to replace the stock stand, useful for anyone troubled by desk wobble.
Its semi-matte surface reduces distracting room reflections without severe blur for most users. Glossy-screen fans may still notice a slightly grainy finish.
The matte coating generally softens ambient reflections enough for indoor work, though windows behind the user and strong sunlight remain distracting.
Most testers saw excellent or good uniformity, but others noticed darker edges or vignetting on plain white backgrounds.
One tested sample showed excellent consistency with few visible backlight artifacts, while a separate owner reported greenish patches across two units.
PlayStation testing confirms 4K/120Hz video with HDR and VRR, while lower-resolution console sources can benefit from optional upscaling.
HDMI 2.1 supports 4K at up to 120Hz with modern consoles, with some Xbox signal-format quirks noted in testing.
Pixel transitions are sound for a modern IPS panel, especially with suitable overdrive. They remain slower than OLEDs and do not fully keep pace with the 330Hz ceiling.
Pixel transitions are adequate for everyday work and some games, but faster action exposes the panel's slower response and occasional trailing.
Variable refresh support works across common PC standards and also supports tested 4K/120Hz console gaming, helping prevent tearing.
Support for common variable-refresh formats helps prevent tearing on supported PCs and consoles.
Up to 90W charging makes it convenient to run most compatible laptops from the monitor. Very power-hungry machines may still need a separate power adapter.
65W power delivery is enough for many lightweight laptops and eliminates a separate charger in routine use, though some power-hungry machines may need additional power.
Switching between 165Hz at native 5K and 330Hz at QHD gives players a real speed-versus-detail choice. The top rate requires compatible hardware and the lower resolution.
The 120Hz refresh rate makes everyday scrolling and window movement noticeably smoother than 60Hz and adds useful casual-gaming headroom.
The low-profile, flat metal base makes the desk easier to use than a sprawling tripod stand. It leaves space for a keyboard, mouse movement, or small items.
The flat, modest stand base can hold small accessories, while useful built-in speakers help keep crowded desks free of extra hardware.
Height, tilt, swivel and pivot adjustments allow comfortable landscape or portrait placement without buying a separate monitor arm.
Height, tilt, swivel and pivot support accommodate different work styles, including portrait coding; a few users note that adjustments or the stand itself can wobble.
At 27 inches, native 5K makes desktop text and high-resolution photos visibly sharper than 4K. The benefit is less dramatic in many 3D games and comes with a substantial graphics-performance cost.
4K is one of the most consistently praised features, providing finely detailed images and legible text at a sensible desktop size.
Tiny text, high-resolution photos and game details look especially crisp at native 5K. QHD dual mode is softer and is best reserved for gaming rather than desktop work.
Text, browser content and fine details look impressively crisp, making a clear upgrade from lower-density office monitors.
The IPS panel holds color and contrast well from off-center positions, with less obvious haloing than many Mini LED alternatives.
The IPS panel stays fairly consistent when viewed from the side, convenient for sharing a screen, though some colors change at extreme angles.
Powerful Windows PCs can use the full native 5K/165Hz mode and high-speed QHD option. High GPU demands and some firmware quirks complicate an otherwise versatile setup.
VRR, low input lag and a 120Hz ceiling provide a responsive gaming base. The IPS panel's comparatively slow transitions produce distracting blur in fast titles.
Exceptionally tight backlight control makes halos and LCD light spill hard to spot in many dark scenes.
One test sample showed pleasingly even illumination without conspicuous edge bleed, a benefit for work and letterboxed films.
The USB-C connection is convenient, but the absence of Thunderbolt limits advanced docking compared with some productivity-focused rivals.
This model lacks the Thunderbolt hub and high-power docking capabilities found in Dell's more expensive UltraSharp alternatives.
Neither picture-in-picture nor picture-by-picture is available, limiting simultaneous use of multiple video sources.
One evaluation finds the multi-source display modes useful for managing several inputs, although this feature is not independently confirmed across the other tests.
Full-bandwidth DisplayPort 2.1 can carry high-refresh 5K without display stream compression on compatible hardware, a useful advantage over lower-bandwidth connections.
USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode replaces a conventional full-size DisplayPort socket, which may complicate connecting devices that rely on a standard DP cable.
The combination of vivid colors, deep blacks and high peak brightness wins praise in favorable scenes. Owners disagree on consistency: muted dark scenes and reported brightness decay can interfere with immersion.
HDR10 input is supported, but low contrast, limited luminance and weak wide-gamut color leave HDR video and games noticeably flat compared with stronger HDR panels.
The dense Mini LED backlight brings powerful contrast and controlled bloom. Its conservative tuning can obscure tiny light sources, and not all testers observed stable sustained brightness.
No effective local dimming is available to deepen blacks or give HDR highlights enough separation, limiting picture punch.
Bass enhancement and AI sound adjustments can make dialogue clearer, but they do not turn the thin built-in speakers into a convincing audio system.
Speaker volume adjustment is awkward for very quiet Mac listening: keyboard controls can jump from silence to an unexpectedly loud level.
Mini LED dimming lifts the IPS panel to impressive real-scene contrast, especially in checkerboard and dark-object tests. Native contrast without dimming remains ordinary.
The IPS contrast is respectable for an office LCD yet far from OLED or strong VA blacks, which weakens dark-room immersion and HDR.
Brilliant SDR output and large HDR highlights make daylight use easy. Small highlights are less forceful, and independent tests disagree over whether sustained HDR brightness falls after several minutes.
Brightness is ample for normal offices and indoor rooms but can feel low in direct sun or very bright spaces; HDR peaks are modest.
The refreshed on-screen interface is fast, logically arranged and provides handy shortcuts. One tester found the physical joystick small or awkwardly placed.
The rear joystick is intuitive for some, though another tester found its physical location annoying and preferred Mac software controls.
Fine 5K detail, vivid colors and high dynamic range create a striking overall image. Tone-mapping accuracy and consistency are less universally admired.
A clean, detailed, colorful SDR image satisfies most office and casual entertainment needs, but the picture loses impact in HDR and dark scenes.
FreeSync and G-SYNC-compatible variable refresh keep gameplay responsive with little tearing. The best overdrive setting differs by refresh rate in the faster mode.
FreeSync and other VRR support help keep PC and console gaming free of obvious tearing, although variable refresh does not correct motion blur.
There are usable sRGB presets and some very good calibrated results. Default SDR saturation or white balance can be inaccurate without color management.
The sRGB mode offers solid accuracy for routine tasks, sometimes impressively so, though white balance, gamma and the warm default tone can benefit from calibration.
Despite USB connectivity, there is no built-in KVM switch. Anyone sharing a mouse and keyboard between computers needs another solution.
There is no integrated KVM switch, so sharing one keyboard and other USB devices across computers requires manually changing connections or extra equipment.
The original premium pricing draws repeated criticism when 4K OLED or Mini LED monitors cost much less. Deep discounts make its unusual 5K flexibility more compelling.
The mixture of 4K clarity, 120Hz and single-cable USB-C charging earns consistent value praise, particularly near the sale prices mentioned in reviews.
HDMI 2.1 makes high-resolution console connections straightforward, including tested 4K/120Hz operation on PlayStation hardware.
Two HDMI 2.1 inputs bring welcome 4K 120Hz connectivity for consoles and compatible graphics cards, extending this office monitor's usefulness into gaming.
The stand snaps together and the display is manageable for one person to unpack. Basic setup is much easier than fixing early firmware issues.
The stand assembles quickly without tools, and the included USB-C connection makes first-time laptop hookup straightforward.
The LG Switch application has failed to recognize connected monitors during necessary updates, making maintenance needlessly frustrating.
A Mac user found third-party BetterDisplay software useful for unlocking fractional refresh rates that were not offered automatically.
Tone mapping is a divisive weakness: one test found broadly decent tracking with slightly dark output, while an owner found low- and medium-brightness HDR scenes seriously inaccurate.
The HDR tracking follows its intended curve reasonably well, but modest peak brightness prevents dynamic highlights.
LG Switch offers monitor controls and firmware upgrades, but slow updates, connection detection failures and bloatware worries spoil an otherwise refined interface.
Non-integer refresh selection on Apple Silicon may require a third-party display utility, adding a small setup complication.
There are configurable color profiles and LG Calibration Studio support. Professional accuracy benefits from calibration rather than relying solely on the default modes.
Multiple color presets and manual adjustments are useful for fine-tuning a slightly warm image. More exacting SDR color work may still require hardware calibration.
The 27-inch size balances high pixel density with a manageable desk footprint. Users wanting a large physical workspace may feel cramped even at 5K.
The 27-inch 4K format balances crisp detail with manageable desk space, although some video editors would prefer a larger working canvas.
An understated, slim-bezel front, flat metal base and optional rear RGB make for a tidy gaming setup. A few find the gray plastic less premium than expected.
A slim-bezel white-and-silver look feels modern, quiet and neat on desks, though some wish the plastic parts had a more premium finish.
The body feels generally solid and the metal stand inspires confidence, but the largely plastic housing and surface finish do not always feel worthy of the premium price.
Attractive but mostly plastic materials divide opinion: some find the unit solid, while others report a cheap feel and a somewhat loose stand.
Reading profiles and subdued bias lighting are welcome conveniences for long desk sessions, though they do not substitute for personal brightness adjustment.
The matte surface, height adjustment and warmer viewing presets support comfortable extended sessions, especially when avoiding harsh reflections.
The quick-access menus, shortcut buttons and preset modes make switching tasks straightforward after setup. Updating firmware can be much less pleasant.
Automatic scene-based changes are available, but dynamic color shifts can undermine accuracy. Leaving the feature off is preferable for faithful image reproduction.
The backlight-strobing mode is unusually clear and retains substantial brightness. It is restricted to native-resolution mode, cannot be used with VRR, and is not ideal for every game.
Most tests praise exceptionally restrained halos for an IPS Mini LED display. One owner still found obvious bloom around a cursor, while the aggressive dimming can suppress tiny lights.
Subtle rear hexagon lighting adds atmosphere without making the front look flashy. Its positioning suits the compact 27-inch frame, and the effects are customizable.
The Mini LED panel avoids the characteristic permanent image retention risk of OLED technology, an appealing consideration for desktop-heavy use.
One owner reports an initially delivered unit with a dead pixel, raising a quality-control concern rather than a general shipping pattern.
The switch between sharp 5K/165Hz and faster QHD/330Hz is a standout strength. QHD sacrifices fine detail but is much more usable than the 1080p alternate modes on some 4K screens.
USB firmware updates are supported and can correct an early sharpness defect. The process may be slow or frustrating when the LG utility fails to recognize the screen.
Native 5K gaming is substantially more demanding than 4K, with sizable frame-rate losses in demanding titles. The 1440p mode is a useful escape hatch for less powerful systems.
One long-term owner found unusually clean gradients and natural transitions, contributing to an impressively polished image.
There is no 3.5mm audio output, which is inconvenient for users who want to connect headphones or external speakers directly to the screen.
The display uses active cooling but has not shown worrying external heat levels in hands-on checks.
A unit owner noticed temporary image retention after prolonged static content, though the ghost image reportedly cleared after several minutes.
On-display AI upscaling can sharpen a lower-resolution console or video feed. Gains on PCs are smaller and sometimes hard to activate, where native game upscalers tend to be better.
A built-in power supply means no bulky external adapter, helping simplify cable routing behind a clean desk.
This model lacks the streamlined display daisy-chaining available on some higher-end productivity monitors.
A single fast setting works well at native 165Hz. The QHD/330Hz mode needs different overdrive choices across the refresh range, with some overshoot at lower speeds.
The sharp canvas and respectable sRGB color make it comfortable for occasional photography and general creative tasks, though professional colorists may want wider coverage and tighter calibration.
Around 163 pixels per inch helps deliver exceptionally crisp text and detailed images on the 27-inch panel; it is not the 5K density of pricier Mac displays.
Text clarity and high resolution suit office and creative tasks, but the smaller physical screen and missing advanced docking features hold it back as an all-purpose workstation.
The matte anti-glare layer generally retains impressive detail without the severe haze of some competitors. A few users dislike its subtle grain and shimmer versus glossy glass.
One tester encountered unusually long blank screens when connecting a GPU, while a deep-sleep option deliberately wakes more slowly to save energy.
One Mac setup found the lowest keyboard-adjusted level surprisingly loud, requiring the software menu or monitor controls for finer quiet-volume adjustment.
Conventional RGB subpixels and high density make letters unusually clean, with little distracting color fringing for most users. The matte coating draws a few complaints.
The hidden pop-out USB-A and USB-C connectors make temporary accessories easy to plug in without reaching awkwardly behind the monitor.
Although non-integer refresh rates are accepted, one Apple Silicon workflow needed BetterDisplay to expose them, complicating exact video frame-rate matching.
The simulated audio processing can make dialogue easier to separate from background effects. Other testers would still use a dedicated headset for convincing game sound.
One test found that high HDR brightness dropped dramatically after several minutes and did not recover without restarting the display. Another independent tester did not reproduce that behavior, so the experience remains uncertain.
A built-in cooling fan is present, but testing found it quiet or effectively inaudible at a normal seating distance.
The accessible USB outputs add handy phone and accessory charging, but 15W downstream output is a convenience rather than a replacement for a powerful charger.
The image's gamma can look a little too bright before calibration, especially in lighter grays; fine adjustments may be needed for truly consistent tones.
Early sharpness defects, intermittent slow wake-ups and occasional corrupted output raise concern despite several strong reports of daily operation.
Standard country-dependent warranty coverage is available, but at least one tester wishes premium monitors offered substantially longer protection.
This 360Hz QD-OLED ultrawide delivers exceptional gaming motion, vibrant HDR and dramatically cleaner text. Its high price, less-than-perfect bright-room blacks and occasional HDR dimming are the main reasons to hesitate.
Pros: color gamut, contrast
Cons: value for money, Resolution
Lightning-fast 360Hz OLED gaming, rich color and an unusually flexible USB-C/KVM setup are the big draws. Strong room lighting, limited full-screen HDR brightness and static-content burn-in concerns keep it from...
Pros: color gamut, overall satisfaction
Cons: reflection handling, VRR flicker
The 27-inch 4K OLED picture is exceptionally crisp and responsive, with useful USB-C and KVM extras. Its high price, oversized stand, and bright-room compromises limit its appeal.
Pros: sharpness, overall satisfaction
Cons: value for money, VRR flicker
Best for exceptional 4K HDR, accurate color, fast 240Hz gaming, and strong work connectivity. Skip it if you need built-in speakers, ultrawide immersion, television-level HDR brightness, or a budget-friendly upgrade.
Pros: brightness, reflection handling
Cons: cable management
