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Quick verdict
The review evidence points to a tradeoff: HDR highlight detail and on-screen display usability versus Screen coating clarity and gaming image presets. Choose according to which strengths matter more to you; the overall score alone does not settle that choice.
Choose LG 27GX790A-B for HDR highlight detail and on-screen display usability.
Choose LG 27GX704A-B for Screen coating clarity and gaming image presets.
Scores are out of 5. Missing scores mean missing review evidence, not a missing feature.
OLED retention and burn-in remain considerations for long sessions with static heads-up displays, despite onboard protection tools.
After more than 700 hours involving static app interfaces, one owner detected no visible burn-in on test colors.
Pinpoint highlights are vivid, and bright objects generally retain convincing texture; the panel cannot sustain the same punch across large bright areas.
Highlights can be vivid, but aggressive presets lose some fine bright detail and compromise the intended contrast.
Reaching the full 480Hz benefit calls for unusually high, steady frame rates and a powerful PC. Lesser rigs still run smoothly but leave much of the panel untapped.
1440p offers a sharp image with substantially lower GPU load than native 4K gaming.
Game visuals look clean at QHD, but some desktop fonts and interface elements appear softer or more pixelated than on a 4K screen.
The 1440p glossy screen makes images and games look crisp. Fine text is less clean than on conventional RGB LCD monitors.
Two USB-A ports are handy for a mouse and keyboard, but the limited hub and missing USB-C do not replace a fuller workstation dock.
Two USB-A ports are handy for wireless dongles and other PC peripherals.
The stand includes a useful pass-through and accessible connections, though one low-positioned route can leave visible cables.
An included cable clip helps, but the stand lacks a passthrough and the bottom audio jack can leave visible wiring.
The matte finish controls mirror-like reflections with little obvious grain for some, but others prefer a glossy surface for maximum crispness.
The glossy coating is a standout: crisp, low-haze images look substantially cleaner than older matte WOLED finishes.
The matte coating diffuses glare effectively under many lights, although direct windows and edge-spread reflections remain distracting for some.
The crisp glossy surface also reflects windows and lights clearly. Daytime usability depends heavily on screen position and light control.
There is a generous selection of picture modes and game-oriented overlays; some HDR simulation and gamma choices need tuning.
Gamer, FPS, RTS, sRGB, and reading options offer flexible picture tuning, with Gamer 1 singled out as a strong starting point.
Native 1440p strikes a useful balance for extremely high frame rates and looks pleasing in games. It lacks the extra sharpness of competing 27-inch 4K OLEDs.
At 27 inches, 1440p balances sharpness and GPU demands; one PS5 user felt no need to jump to 4K.
The hexagonal rear lighting adds restrained gaming flair, though its brightness and customization may feel limited next to showier setups.
RGB effects are left out of this budget-oriented configuration, a compromise one reviewer accepts.
WOLED provides near-instant pixel response and perfect blacks, while its subpixel arrangement and older-generation brightness impose tradeoffs.
Third-generation WOLED brings superb blacks and response, but newer Tandem OLEDs can achieve brighter, more saturated HDR.
QHD at 27 inches is sharp enough for many games, but 4K displays deliver visibly finer details, particularly with tiny interface text.
QHD across 27 inches produces a sharp gaming image without needing a larger screen.
The standard 100×100mm mount supports alternate stands or arms if the included base is not a good fit.
Standard monitor-arm mounting offers an alternative to the adjustable included stand.
Noticeable gray streaks, dirty-screen effects and dark-scene banding appear on some units, even after cleaning cycles.
Some faint vertical/gray banding and mesh texture can appear on test patterns. One owner found the issue barely noticeable in normal use.
Frame-rate swings can produce pronounced brightness flicker, most conspicuously in dark scenes, so stable frame caps or fixed refresh may be preferable.
Flicker sometimes appears when refresh rates fluctuate in dark scenes or even when moving windows; it is not constant in most fast-paced games.
Crosshairs, a frame-rate counter, and shadow-enhancing controls are useful, but specialty tools such as timers are missing and the 24-inch emulation disappoints.
Basic features present, viewed as minor extras.
The fast, colorful OLED gaming experience wins strong praise, but this specialized screen leaves value-focused and productivity-first buyers with better options.
Owners and testers are largely enthusiastic about the exceptional gaming picture and sale-price value. Persistent HDMI handshake trouble and office-use compromises remain important.
The fast OLED panel leaves little visible trailing or smearing, with minor overshoot seen in tests but generally hard to spot in play.
OLED response leaves virtually no visible trailing or overshoot in ordinary gaming.
The four-pole headset output is convenient, and DTS processing can add impressive depth and bass without external speakers.
A four-pole headphone connection is described as a useful high-quality audio option, though no listening test is provided.
Deep black is a strength, but some dark-gray detail can disappear or look too elevated depending on the selected mode and firmware.
Black levels are naturally deep, but some peak-brightness HDR settings raise dark areas or crush subtle near-black detail.
The panel displays richly saturated colors and substantial DCI-P3 coverage, even if QD-OLED alternatives reach a little farther into wide-gamut spaces.
Colors are vivid compared with IPS, yet third-generation WOLED has less HDR color volume than many newer Tandem OLED or QD-OLED rivals.
Colors and contrast remain strong from off-axis seating, especially when compared with some newer WOLED alternatives.
Some owners see an impressively consistent image from the side, while a tester notes off-axis red or green tint.
Pixel movement, a screen saver, cleaning functions and standby behavior help manage OLED wear, but prolonged static interfaces still require care.
Pixel shifting and cleaning appear effective in early long-term use, with no observed retention after 700+ hours; this is not a lifetime guarantee.
Height, tilt, swivel and portrait pivot are handled smoothly and precisely, making it easy to tailor the panel position.
A flexible stand supports height, tilt, swivel, and portrait rotation. It even has a slight ergonomic edge over the 27GX700A-B.
Metal stand components, a slim frame and neat styling give the display an expensive, carefully built feel.
Gloss finish lends a premium look.
The solid, low-profile metal base keeps the panel steady while allowing repositioning, with only minor complaints about size or shape.
The metal-footed stand feels sturdy and offers a reassuring base.
Small fonts can have colored edges or a hazy outline because of the WOLED subpixel pattern and matte coating, reducing its appeal for heavy reading.
The WOLED subpixel layout can put colored edges around letters and make them look fuzzy. ClearType helps but does not fully match IPS text.
Official FreeSync and G-SYNC support gives AMD and Nvidia owners flexible, tear-reducing operation; the separate flicker issue remains a caveat.
Compatible with common PC variable-refresh standards and PS5 VRR, though some use cases expose flicker and a console-signal issue.
With suitable hardware, the monitor combines native 1440p with extraordinary speed and broad sync support. Its biggest advantages live in fast PC titles.
A high-refresh OLED with exceptionally clear motion and deep blacks makes PC gaming the primary strength. The 240Hz panel keeps action responsive.
PS5 and Xbox work with modern HDMI signals and enjoy OLED contrast, but they cannot exploit 480Hz and a few lower-refresh quirks remain.
PS5 games can look superb with rich OLED contrast and HDR. A long-term owner experienced recurring PS5 no-signal problems that required power-cycling.
Controls feel exceptionally immediate at high refresh rates, though older firmware and some 60Hz situations have drawn complaints.
Latency is low and competitive for fast gaming, even if some tests put it slightly behind the quickest OLED rivals. One owner reports a subjective sharpness-setting effect.
Extremely rapid pixel transitions keep edges crisp even through frantic camera movement, supporting the monitor’s esports strengths.
Near-instant OLED response produces crisp pixel transitions that help fast action look controlled.
This is a standout fit for serious esports players who can drive 1440p at very high frame rates: targets stay crisp and controls feel immediate.
Fast OLED response, 240Hz refresh, and a compact 27-inch frame make tracking opponents especially effective.
Deep OLED blacks, rich colors and vivid effects make immersive games a pleasure, though full-screen brightness trails newer panels.
Deep blacks, luminous highlights, and clean motion add immersion to richly detailed story games; HDR accuracy is less reliable across sources.
Almost blur-free 480Hz motion is the defining attraction, keeping fast-moving targets and small details clear in competitive games.
Rapid motion and moving targets look exceptionally sharp, particularly at high refresh rates. A low-frame-rate user anecdote flags stutter sensitivity.
A native 480Hz refresh makes motion dramatically smooth and is its clearest reason to buy, provided the PC can render enough frames.
The 240Hz refresh delivers noticeably fluid gameplay, although the more expensive 27GX700A-B rises to 280Hz.
Two HDMI 2.1 sockets, DisplayPort 2.1 and a modest USB hub cover gaming essentials, but the lack of USB-C is conspicuous.
Two HDMI 2.1 inputs, DisplayPort, and USB-A ports serve gaming setups well. USB-C video, KVM and newer DisplayPort standards are missing.
The familiar 16:9 proportions work naturally with the 27-inch QHD size and fit the preferred desktop layout.
The standard 16:9 layout avoids awkward game-format compatibility and keeps the full action in view.
Individually controlled OLED pixels deliver convincing, nearly ink-black shadows and an immersive dark-scene image.
WOLED maintains inky blacks even with room lighting, a notable edge over the purple-tinted blacks sometimes seen on QD-OLED.
There are no integrated speakers, leaving users to rely on a headset, desktop speakers or the headphone output.
There are no built-in speakers, so console users need headphones or an external audio connection.
The package includes useful HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB cables, reducing the need for extra setup purchases.
HDMI, DisplayPort, USB and power cables give buyers what they need to connect the monitor immediately.
Very slim borders give the panel a clean, nearly floating appearance, even though a reflective strip below the screen may catch light.
Thick surrounds are an obvious cosmetic drawback despite the clean picture.
The panel and metal stand feel sturdy, with precise moving parts and a solid construction that matches its premium positioning.
The stand is solid, but plastic parts feel less premium; the materials fit the monitor’s value focus.
The 27-inch footprint suits many competitive setups, but some prefer a smaller tournament-style screen or a larger cinematic display.
The 27-inch format keeps fast games within easy view and fits a desk comfortably, although some consider it small for the price.
A thin panel, narrow bezels and restrained dark styling look polished, with minor complaints about reflective trim and the stand.
The design is tidy and attractive overall, despite thick bezels and modest plastic material quality.
Low-blue-light treatment and adjustable brightness help some users, but others report tired eyes or discomfort during extended use.
Reader mode and warmer color settings may help, but one owner experienced substantial eye strain before adapting over months.
The older panel is praised for preserving intended HDR brightness more faithfully than some newer modes, though peak settings can still compress highlights.
Tone mapping is imperfect: bright details can clip, while higher peak-brightness settings change darker-scene rendering.
LG’s Windows utility is usable rather than elegant, and firmware changes have delivered both picture improvements and unresolved glitches.
An expert had a good firmware experience, but a later owner still hoped for a fix to PS5 signal detection.
Adjustable white balance, gamma, gamut, and even hardware calibration offer unusually flexible fine-tuning. A colorimeter is useful if color precision is a priority.
Multiple picture modes and hardware-calibration support provide useful ways to refine color accuracy.
The joystick menu is generally quick and easy to navigate, although a remote or more direct controls would suit some people better.
A bottom-center joystick works in open setups but becomes hard to reach with another screen underneath. A later owner found wake activation less responsive.
Color can look excellent once calibrated, but out-of-box white balance and gamma results vary sharply between tests and modes.
SDR calibration impresses testers and can become very accurate with simple tweaks. HDR color and tone mapping are less consistent.
Constant-brightness modes keep desktop luminance steady, while variable modes add extra pop for games and video. A higher peak setting can make brightness changes more obvious.
Variable peak-brightness settings can change luminance as scene content shifts, so disabling them is preferable for stable production work.
Brightness is generally adequate for a gaming room and HDR highlights stand out, but sunny offices and the newest OLED rivals reveal its limitations.
OLED brightness is strong in many games and HDR highlights, but not consistently the brightest among newer Tandem OLED screens. Strong direct light can still overwhelm visibility.
Shadow-lifting adjustments can uncover hidden details in darker games and partly offset occasional near-black crushing.
The black stabilizer can reveal hidden details in dark scenes, a useful assist in competitive games.
HDR is especially captivating when bright effects appear against deep black surroundings. Some comparisons favor newer OLEDs for sustained brightness, but the older panel can track intended HDR tones more faithfully.
HDR highlights can pop and games look cinematic, but some presets clip detail and Windows HDR can seem dull. Newer OLEDs often offer more saturated HDR color.
Broad FreeSync and G-SYNC support is a plus for fluid gaming, although VRR flicker and occasional mode instability complicate the experience.
FreeSync and G-SYNC compatibility reduce tearing across changing game frame rates. Variable-refresh flicker can still appear in dark, low-frame-rate scenes.
Vivid colors, exceptional contrast and striking HDR detail make games look fantastic; uneven dark grays and modest resolution temper the result.
The glossy WOLED screen makes colors, clarity, and true blacks look striking. Its best moments are gaming and cinematic content rather than text-heavy desktop use.
Per-pixel OLED lighting gives almost bottomless contrast, especially effective when small bright objects appear in dark scenes.
Pixel-level OLED contrast creates deep shadow areas and bright highlights that stand apart, in dark rooms and under moderate ambient lighting.
Some accounts describe a two-tone split image after waking or applying calibration, along with occasional connection handshakes. Changing modes may temporarily restore the image.
One owner repeatedly encountered a blank PS5 HDMI signal until restarting the display; console modes can also require manual selection for 4K/120Hz.
There is no built-in KVM, limiting convenience for people who want a single keyboard and mouse to follow multiple computers.
A KVM switch is absent, limiting convenience for people sharing keyboard and mouse peripherals between systems.
OLED wear and sporadic display glitches make long-term care and firmware stability more consequential than on a typical LCD.
Four months and 700+ hours brought continued excellent image quality and no burn-in for one owner, despite persistent console connection quirks.
Basic assembly and connections are straightforward, with the panel clipping onto a stable stand and useful cables included.
The complete cable package helps, but sliding off the protective foam sleeve makes unboxing clumsy.
The monitor looks strongest on sale: its unique 480Hz speed can justify the premium for enthusiasts, but regular prices invite faster or sharper rivals.
At sale prices around $380–$500, the glossy 240Hz OLED package gets strong value praise. Its higher launch pricing looks less competitive beside newer models.
Two HDMI 2.1 inputs are a good match for game consoles and additional devices, adding welcome flexibility to a PC-focused display.
Full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 helps consoles and gaming PCs use high refresh rates and VRR without the compromises of older ports.
Warranty duration and burn-in terms are a recurring source of caution, particularly alongside longer rival guarantees and third-party sellers.
Coverage terms vary by country, with burn-in exclusions reported in Australia; buyers should check their local policy.
Some measurements are very accurate while others find bright midtones, crushed shadows or awkward preset behavior. Calibration and firmware can make a substantial difference.
SDR grayscale and gamma are generally close to target, though some modes and HDR tracking need correction.
The menu and day-to-day controls are approachable, although extracting peak performance and handling OLED care may be demanding.
The smaller simulated play area is a poor substitute for a native 24-inch screen: it looks blurry and its pixel mapping is unconvincing.
LG omits black-frame insertion, leaving more persistence blur at lower refresh rates than rivals with dedicated motion-blur reduction.
Simple SDR adjustments and supported hardware calibration can produce accurate color; HDR tracking still takes more compromise.
A follow-up owner did not notice chrominance overshoot during normal use or controlled sample clips.
The broad metal base stays low and leaves usable space above it for desk accessories, though its footprint and bulk will not suit every layout.
There is no 4K/1080p dual-resolution switch; the panel stays focused on native 1440p esports gaming rather than covering two distinct gaming modes.
Updates can improve some display behavior, but reported screen-splitting and connection glitches were not fully resolved for every user.
Crosshairs and frame-rate overlays are present, but the omission of timers disappoints users expecting a fuller set of esports aids.
Dark gradient steps and gray banding can be visible, especially near black; refresh routines or firmware adjustments may reduce the problem without guaranteeing its removal.
Gamer 1 and adjusted custom modes can improve HDR, but output varies by preset, operating system, and peak-brightness setting.
The easy-to-reach bottom audio jack leaves a dangling cable when used with external speakers, frustrating tidy desktop setups.
The 24-inch emulation mode can look blurry or incorrectly mapped, making native full-screen 1440p the more reliable choice.
The included protective packaging is thorough but slightly awkward to dismantle and unpack.
Constant-brightness operation and adjustable color controls help with Photoshop-style work, though high-resolution alternatives remain appealing for detail work.
A four-month owner reported no dead pixels after extensive daily use.
An owner found OLED care features effective, while another tester says pixel cleaning can reduce gray-band artifacts.
The screen handles basic work, but small-font clarity and gray-uniformity drawbacks make it less versatile than sharper office-oriented alternatives.
PS5 games can look phenomenal with OLED contrast and high-bandwidth HDMI, although a long-term owner ran into intermittent no-signal failures.
The screen sometimes fails to pick up a newly powered-on PS5, and its OSD joystick may need multiple presses after standby.
There is no USB-C charging output, so handhelds and laptops need their own power connection.
Rear-facing connections are relatively easy to reach, while the nearby headphone jack and straightforward layout simplify peripheral changes.
A user moving from a TN monitor found low-frame-rate camera pans surprisingly stuttery, despite the OLED’s excellent pixel response.
The OSD joystick sometimes fails to wake or open the menu on the first press, making input changes annoying.
HDR picture modes retain useful brightness and color-temperature settings, allowing substantial adjustment rather than locking the entire image.
Three DTS headphone modes provide distinct sound presentations, adding welcome flexibility for gaming and entertainment.
Rich hues stand out beautifully against OLED blacks, although bright saturated colors are not as intense as on some QD-OLED or newer tandem-OLED panels.
DisplayPort 2.1 is a welcome gaming connection, but UHBR13.5 bandwidth still requires compression for 1440p at 480Hz, and occasional handshake problems have been reported.
The internal cooling arrangement is described as very quiet, with no distracting fan noise in normal use.
DTS Headphone:X adds useful directional cues and fuller sound through headphones, making it a worthwhile extra for headset users.
Popular games fit the familiar 16:9 screen without unusual layout or scaling problems.
An eye-sensitive owner associated OLED brightness flicker with discomfort, particularly during the first weeks of use.
A tester considers the WOLED glossy surface comparatively scratch-resistant, though no long-term abrasion testing is described.
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
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Pros: refresh rate, Text fringing
Cons: Resolution, GPU demands
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