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Quick verdict
The review evidence points to a tradeoff: competitive gaming suitability and panel type versus Display-mode switching reliability and Shadow detail. Choose according to which strengths matter more to you; the overall score alone does not settle that choice.
Choose LG 27GX790A-B for competitive gaming suitability and panel type.
Choose Sony INZONE M9 II for Display-mode switching reliability and Shadow detail.
Scores are out of 5. Missing scores mean missing review evidence, not a missing feature.
Frame-rate swings can produce pronounced brightness flicker, most conspicuously in dark scenes, so stable frame caps or fixed refresh may be preferable.
Variable-refresh flicker is exceptionally well controlled in testing, with no noticeable flicker during the tested game scenarios.
The smaller simulated play area is a poor substitute for a native 24-inch screen: it looks blurry and its pixel mapping is unconvincing.
Sony’s reduced-size mode is an inventive esports extra, though it leaves unused black space around the image and may go untouched by casual players.
The matte finish controls mirror-like reflections with little obvious grain for some, but others prefer a glossy surface for maximum crispness.
One side-by-side test found the Sony’s matte screen notably hazier than a competing OLED, diminishing the expected crispness of 4K.
Deep black is a strength, but some dark-gray detail can disappear or look too elevated depending on the selected mode and firmware.
Fine details remain visible in dark parts of games, an appreciable strength. That visibility sometimes comes at the cost of deeper blacks and more apparent dimming zones.
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.
The 24.5-inch mode and 160Hz refresh work for many competitive titles, but very demanding esports players may prefer substantially faster and clearer displays.
LG omits black-frame insertion, leaving more persistence blur at lower refresh rates than rivals with dedicated motion-blur reduction.
Scanning the backlight is presented as a helpful way to reduce blur through fast game scenes, complementing the monitor’s rapid refresh.
Individually controlled OLED pixels deliver convincing, nearly ink-black shadows and an immersive dark-scene image.
Black depth attracts opposing impressions: some see impressively inky shadows for IPS, while others find persistent clouding and insufficient local-dimming darkness.
WOLED provides near-instant pixel response and perfect blacks, while its subpixel arrangement and older-generation brightness impose tradeoffs.
The IPS LCD panel offers a familiar burn-in-resistant option with broad viewing angles, though several comparisons favor OLED for deeper blacks, contrast and perceived clarity.
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.
The 4K resolution looks richly detailed in games and video, delivering a sharp image on the 27-inch screen when the source is strong.
Almost blur-free 480Hz motion is the defining attraction, keeping fast-moving targets and small details clear in competitive games.
Most tests find games fluid and sharp at 160Hz, but a demanding side-by-side assessment reports substantial blur and slow visual transitions.
Deep OLED blacks, rich colors and vivid effects make immersive games a pleasure, though full-screen brightness trails newer panels.
Large, richly detailed game worlds can look captivating, but blooming and clouding in slow, dark scenes may break immersion.
Extremely rapid pixel transitions keep edges crisp even through frantic camera movement, supporting the monitor’s esports strengths.
Many impressions find input and pixel response sufficiently fast for smooth gaming, but an isolated motion-focused test finds visible blur, especially in fighting games.
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.
To benefit from both native 4K and 160Hz, a capable gaming PC is important; less powerful systems will not exploit the full refresh capability.
The matte coating diffuses glare effectively under many lights, although direct windows and edge-spread reflections remain distracting for some.
The matte surface suppresses distracting room reflections effectively, helping colors and details remain visible under bright lighting.
The familiar 16:9 proportions work naturally with the 27-inch QHD size and fit the preferred desktop layout.
Traditional 16:9 framing suits PS5 and most PC games, while the smaller workspace can feel restrictive for ultrawide-style multitasking.
The stand includes a useful pass-through and accessible connections, though one low-positioned route can leave visible cables.
The included flexible cable strap is handy, but the back lacks more substantial built-in organization for a completely tidy desk.
Updates can improve some display behavior, but reported screen-splitting and connection glitches were not fully resolved for every user.
Firmware can be updated through Windows Inzone Hub, but a USB-stick update attempt was unreliable and required switching to the software method.
Two HDMI 2.1 sockets, DisplayPort 2.1 and a modest USB hub cover gaming essentials, but the lack of USB-C is conspicuous.
Modern HDMI and DisplayPort connectivity plus ordinary USB ports make connecting consoles and a PC straightforward; USB-C docking is conspicuously absent.
The screen handles basic work, but small-font clarity and gray-uniformity drawbacks make it less versatile than sharper office-oriented alternatives.
High pixel density and window sharing are helpful, but the standard 16:9 shape is less spacious than an ultrawide for intensive multitasking.
Game visuals look clean at QHD, but some desktop fonts and interface elements appear softer or more pixelated than on a 4K screen.
4K fine detail and text often look crisp, yet one tester consistently found the matte image unusually soft beside clearer OLED and Mini LED competitors.
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.
The compact circular base is a universal highlight, freeing desk space for larger mousepads and other equipment compared with the old tripod stand.
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.
Crosshair overlays, counters and specialized options broaden the toolkit beyond basic image adjustment. These extras appeal most to players who use competitive assists.
Noticeable gray streaks, dirty-screen effects and dark-scene banding appear on some units, even after cleaning cycles.
Dark-scene uniformity is a persistent concern, with clouding, corner shading and uneven brightness appearing in several assessments.
The fast, colorful OLED gaming experience wins strong praise, but this specialized screen leaves value-focused and productivity-first buyers with better options.
A majority of hands-on impressions recommend the bright, feature-rich gaming picture. One in-depth test was strongly negative about dimming and clarity, making the overall response divided.
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.
USB-A ports accommodate commonplace peripherals, although the missing USB-C connection makes the hub less useful for modern laptop docking.
PS5 and Xbox work with modern HDMI signals and enjoy OLED contrast, but they cannot exploit 480Hz and a few lower-refresh quirks remain.
Modern PlayStation and Xbox consoles connect with 4K HDR, VRR and high-frame-rate support. PS5 brings the closest integration, though 160Hz itself exceeds consoles’ 120Hz output.
Controls feel exceptionally immediate at high refresh rates, though older firmware and some 60Hz situations have drawn complaints.
Low delay gives games an immediate, responsive feel, with no perceptible lag in tested PlayStation play.
The fast OLED panel leaves little visible trailing or smearing, with minor overshoot seen in tests but generally hard to spot in play.
Fast response and scanning are praised for limiting visible ghosting in action-heavy games, although not all assessments find motion equally clear.
Official FreeSync and G-SYNC support gives AMD and Nvidia owners flexible, tear-reducing operation; the separate flicker issue remains a caveat.
Adaptive refresh works well with modern consoles and PCs and can make fluctuating frame rates look noticeably smoother.
The panel displays richly saturated colors and substantial DCI-P3 coverage, even if QD-OLED alternatives reach a little farther into wide-gamut spaces.
Rich and lively colors are a near-universal strength, with especially pleasing color in games. The best competing Mini LED and OLED panels can nevertheless offer stronger color performance.
Height, tilt, swivel and portrait pivot are handled smoothly and precisely, making it easy to tailor the panel position.
The slim stand combines height, tilt and easy swivel, earning nearly universal praise for fast repositioning and cable access. It does not support portrait pivot.
Pinpoint highlights are vivid, and bright objects generally retain convincing texture; the panel cannot sustain the same punch across large bright areas.
Bright highlights can be strikingly intense, particularly when compared with some OLED screens, even though that brightness can worsen visible halos.
Rear-facing connections are relatively easy to reach, while the nearby headphone jack and straightforward layout simplify peripheral changes.
Swiveling the entire display brings underside and rear connectors into easy reach, though the missing USB-C input is a limitation.
A native 480Hz refresh makes motion dramatically smooth and is its clearest reason to buy, provided the PC can render enough frames.
160Hz makes PC play exceptionally fluid and is an upgrade over the original M9. Competitive specialists may want even higher speeds, while PS5 tops out at 120Hz.
With suitable hardware, the monitor combines native 1440p with extraordinary speed and broad sync support. Its biggest advantages live in fast PC titles.
Fast 4K play feels responsive and looks colorful on capable PC hardware, with 160Hz especially welcome in action games. Its refresh and dimming performance are less compelling than the strongest competing PC-focused displays.
There are no integrated speakers, leaving users to rely on a headset, desktop speakers or the headphone output.
The speakers are convenient for basic playback but generally lack bass and fullness. Some find them serviceable at moderate volume; others hear muddy or tinny audio.
The solid, low-profile metal base keeps the panel steady while allowing repositioning, with only minor complaints about size or shape.
The small round base is steadier than it looks; hands-on wobble testing found it remarkably well balanced.
There is a generous selection of picture modes and game-oriented overlays; some HDR simulation and gamma choices need tuning.
FPS, RPG and other profiles make adjustment convenient, although their automatic choices are not always ideal and some players prefer manual DisplayHDR settings.
Colors and contrast remain strong from off-axis seating, especially when compared with some newer WOLED alternatives.
The IPS panel stays readable and colorful from the side, making shared viewing and off-center play easier.
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.
With PlayStation connected, the screen changes between gaming and video-focused profiles automatically. The convenience is welcome, even if some would prefer smarter game-by-game preset selection.
Shadow-lifting adjustments can uncover hidden details in darker games and partly offset occasional near-black crushing.
Black Equalizer can help reveal hidden opponents in SDR, but the control is unavailable in HDR, reducing its usefulness with high-dynamic-range gaming.
Per-pixel OLED lighting gives almost bottomless contrast, especially effective when small bright objects appear in dark scenes.
Some games show satisfying depth and vivid light-dark separation, yet the coarse dimming zones can flatten blacks and introduce gray haze compared with OLED and stronger Mini LED rivals.
Brightness is generally adequate for a gaming room and HDR highlights stand out, but sunny offices and the newest OLED rivals reveal its limitations.
Across positive and negative assessments alike, high brightness is a standout quality. HDR highlights can be exceptionally intense and colors hold up in illuminated rooms.
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.
Luminous reds, blues and other bright colors give games impressive punch, complementing the screen’s high overall brightness.
Vivid colors, exceptional contrast and striking HDR detail make games look fantastic; uneven dark grays and modest resolution temper the result.
Colorful 4K games look stunning to several testers. A sharply negative comparison found blurring, haloing and cloudiness serious enough to overshadow those strengths.
Broad FreeSync and G-SYNC support is a plus for fluid gaming, although VRR flicker and occasional mode instability complicate the experience.
G-Sync and adaptive synchronization help keep motion smooth and prevent tearing as rendering speed changes.
The joystick menu is generally quick and easy to navigate, although a remote or more direct controls would suit some people better.
The rear joystick makes menus and common settings simple to reach, while Windows software offers a convenient second way to tune the screen.
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.
Most impressions celebrate bright, vivid HDR and visible shadow detail; the strongest dissent concerns large dimming zones, clouding and weaker contrast than better Mini LED or OLED rivals.
HDR picture modes retain useful brightness and color-temperature settings, allowing substantial adjustment rather than locking the entire image.
Adjusting dark-scene visibility is less flexible in HDR because Black Equalizer is available only in SDR.
Very slim borders give the panel a clean, nearly floating appearance, even though a reflective strip below the screen may catch light.
The dark bezels are not record-thin but fade into the background, keeping attention on the game.
The 27-inch footprint suits many competitive setups, but some prefer a smaller tournament-style screen or a larger cinematic display.
The 27-inch frame is a comfortable fit for close-up 4K gaming on both PCs and consoles without dominating the desktop.
A thin panel, narrow bezels and restrained dark styling look polished, with minor complaints about reflective trim and the stand.
The subdued black finish is widely liked as a more versatile, premium-looking follow-up to the PlayStation-inspired original.
The panel and metal stand feel sturdy, with precise moving parts and a solid construction that matches its premium positioning.
The black enclosure and compact stand feel more premium than several cheaper gaming displays, giving the design a solid high-end impression.
The monitor looks strongest on sale: its unique 480Hz speed can justify the premium for enthusiasts, but regular prices invite faster or sharper rivals.
Value inspires the widest split: several see a worthwhile premium 4K gaming package, while others point to more capable, cheaper Mini LED and OLED alternatives.
Two HDMI 2.1 inputs are a good match for game consoles and additional devices, adding welcome flexibility to a PC-focused display.
Modern HDMI inputs make it versatile for contemporary consoles and other sources, pairing well with the monitor’s 4K gaming focus.
Basic assembly and connections are straightforward, with the panel clipping onto a stable stand and useful cables included.
The snap-on stand assembles quickly without tools, and rotation makes the ports easy to reach during initial connection.
The menu and day-to-day controls are approachable, although extracting peak performance and handling OLED care may be demanding.
One assessment found inky blacks without obvious bleed, while another encountered pervasive cloudy halos. Dark-scene cleanliness is far from consistently praised.
Bass is consistently the weak spot of the included audio: some hear a modest improvement over the original M9, but it remains thin, muffled or prone to clipping.
The coarse local-dimming zones can throw obvious halos around bright objects on dark scenes. Clouding is one of the most divisive and repeatedly criticized parts of the picture.
The hexagonal rear lighting adds restrained gaming flair, though its brightness and customization may feel limited next to showier setups.
Pixel movement, a screen saver, cleaning functions and standby behavior help manage OLED wear, but prolonged static interfaces still require care.
There is no 4K/1080p dual-resolution switch; the panel stays focused on native 1440p esports gaming rather than covering two distinct gaming modes.
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.
HDR games and videos show saturated, lively color that can look almost three-dimensional, especially in brightly lit scenes.
A standard 3.5mm audio output is helpful for replacing the modest built-in speakers with wired headphones or external sound.
The four-pole headset output is convenient, and DTS processing can add impressive depth and bass without external speakers.
OLED retention and burn-in remain considerations for long sessions with static heads-up displays, despite onboard protection tools.
The 24-inch emulation mode can look blurry or incorrectly mapped, making native full-screen 1440p the more reliable choice.
The package includes useful HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB cables, reducing the need for extra setup purchases.
The local-dimming system showed no noticeable flicker in testing, a welcome result for anyone sensitive to changes in backlight output.
The display, base and stand arrive packed separately and securely, keeping the quick assembly process straightforward.
Constant-brightness operation and adjustable color controls help with Photoshop-style work, though high-resolution alternatives remain appealing for detail work.
QHD at 27 inches is sharp enough for many games, but 4K displays deliver visibly finer details, particularly with tiny interface text.
The factory power-saving preset makes the first picture look too dim. Turning it off and enabling a stronger image mode improves the experience dramatically.
Metal stand components, a slim frame and neat styling give the display an expensive, carefully built feel.
Sony’s console-focused tuning, automatic HDR setup and strong 4K/120Hz support make PS5 gaming a standout strength. Not every tester likes the underlying dimming and black-level performance.
HDR can look excellent, but certain Windows games may require manually disabling it for correct color. SDR remains a usable alternative on consoles.
Basic audio playback works but lacks the fullness expected from a premium gaming setup, sounding particularly tinny or muffled at elevated levels.
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.
There is no USB-C charging output, so handhelds and laptops need their own power connection.
The standard 100×100mm mount supports alternate stands or arms if the included base is not a good fit.
Three DTS headphone modes provide distinct sound presentations, adding welcome flexibility for gaming and entertainment.
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.
Color can look excellent once calibrated, but out-of-box white balance and gamma results vary sharply between tests and modes.
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.
There is no built-in KVM, limiting convenience for people who want a single keyboard and mouse to follow multiple computers.
The local-dimming system is a major weak point: limited, slow-moving zones can leave conspicuous blotches, particularly around small highlights on dark images.
The FPS picture preset lifts brightness and contrast to help distant opponents stand out against game environments.
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.
PS5 and PS5 Pro integration automatically adjusts HDR during setup, making it easier to get convincing contrast without manually tweaking the console.
Adjustable white balance, gamma, gamut, and even hardware calibration offer unusually flexible fine-tuning. A colorimeter is useful if color precision is a priority.
The older panel is praised for preserving intended HDR brightness more faithfully than some newer modes, though peak settings can still compress highlights.
Inzone Hub provides a convenient, often faster way to adjust settings and update firmware from Windows. One early test could not access the latest app version yet.
LG’s Windows utility is usable rather than elegant, and firmware changes have delivered both picture improvements and unresolved glitches.
Low-blue-light treatment and adjustable brightness help some users, but others report tired eyes or discomfort during extended use.
Some measurements are very accurate while others find bright midtones, crushed shadows or awkward preset behavior. Calibration and firmware can make a substantial difference.
OLED wear and sporadic display glitches make long-term care and firmware stability more consequential than on a typical LCD.
Warranty duration and burn-in terms are a recurring source of caution, particularly alongside longer rival guarantees and third-party sellers.
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
The 360Hz QD-OLED panel delivers exceptional HDR gaming, responsive motion, and cleaner text than earlier ultrawides. Its 3440×1440 resolution is less sharp than 4K, and premium pricing remains a hurdle.
Pros: refresh rate, Text fringing
Cons: Resolution, GPU demands
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Pros: overall picture quality, color accuracy
Cons: value for money, built-in speakers
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
