LG - UltraGear 27" IPS Dual Mode (4K UHD 240Hz or FHD 480Hz) 1ms G-Sync Gaming Monitor with DisplayHDR 600 (DisplayPort 2.1) - Black
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- Key Specs
- Refresh Rate: 480Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Maximum Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (Maximum resolution refers to the highest number of pixels that a screen can process and display. Higher resolution signals produce more detailed images.)
- Response Time: 1 milliseconds (The speed at which pixels can change colors is called response time. It is measured in milliseconds (ms).)
- Panel Type: IPS (Technology that affects response time and image quality.)
- Synchronization Technology: G-SYNC Compatible (NVIDIA Adaptive Sync), FreeSync Premium Pro (AMD Adaptive Sync) (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
- Screen Size: 27 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Display Connector(s): 1 x DisplayPort 2.1, 2 x HDMI 2.1 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- General
- Brand: LG
- Model Number: 27G850A-B
- Product Name: UltraGear 27" IPS Dual Mode (4K UHD 240Hz or FHD 480Hz) 1ms G-Sync Gaming Monitor with DisplayHDR 600 (DisplayPort 2.1)
- Color: Black
- Operating System Compatibility: Not Applicable
- Display
- Refresh Rate: 480Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Maximum Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (Maximum resolution refers to the highest number of pixels that a screen can process and display. Higher resolution signals produce more detailed images.)
- Native Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (Native resolution of a screen refers to its single, fixed resolution. Sometimes screens must scale an image up or down in order to fit the native resolution. This can cause a loss of resolution or detail.)
- Contrast Ratio: 2000:1 (Measured difference between a displayed image's brightest whites and darkest blacks. The larger the first number, the more detail and color that can be displayed.)
- Response Time: 1 milliseconds (The speed at which pixels can change colors is called response time. It is measured in milliseconds (ms).)
- Display Type: LCD
- Panel Type: IPS (Technology that affects response time and image quality.)
- Synchronization Technology: G-SYNC Compatible (NVIDIA Adaptive Sync), FreeSync Premium Pro (AMD Adaptive Sync) (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (The measurement of the width of a screen compared to the height of a screen, expressed as a ratio.)
- Curved Screen: false
- Brightness: 450 candela per square meter (A measure of the total light output.)
- Screen Size: 27 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): true (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
- High Dynamic Range Format: VESA Certified DisplayHDR 600, HDR 10 (There are a few HDR formats that tell the TV or other HDR-compatible product how to best utilize its capabilities to display HDR content. HDR technology can support one or multiple formats, each with various benefits to picture quality.)
- Horizontal Viewing Angle: 178 degrees (The maximum angle at which the display can be viewed with acceptable visual performance from either side.)
- Vertical Viewing Angle: 178 degrees (The maximum angle at which the display can be viewed with acceptable visual performance from above or below.)
- On-Screen Display Languages: English (The available language options for displayed text.)
- Color Gamut (NTSC): 99 percent
- Connectivity
- Number of DisplayPort Inputs (Total): 1
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 2
- Display Connector(s): 1 x DisplayPort 2.1, 2 x HDMI 2.1 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 3
- USB Ports: 3 x USB-C 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB-C Charging Ports: 3
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Compatibility
- Wall Mountable: true (The product is able to be secured to a wall. Some products are designed ready to mount, while others may require additional hardware/accessories for installation.)
- VESA Wall Mount Standard: 100mm x 100mm (VESA wall mount standards refer to the spacing of screw holes built into a TV in order to fit with standard TV wall mounts. These standards are implemented into most TVs and monitors.)
- Features
- Tiltable: true
- Adjustable Stand Height: true
- Built-In Webcam: false
- Integrated Speaker(s): false
- Dimensions
- Product Height With Stand: 22.9 inches
- Product Height Without Stand: 14.4 inches
- Product Width: 24.2 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth (With Stand): 9.9 inches
- Product Depth Without Stand: 2.7 inches
- Product Weight: 20.7 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Stand Included: true
- Power
- Power Saving/Off Mode: 0.5 watts (This mode will turn the display and/or the device off, or into a standby mode, after a preset length of time with no activity to conserve power.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 Year Parts and Labor
- Warranty - Labor: 1 Year Parts and Labor
- Other
- UPC: 195174110126
Ready for a monitor upgrade? The 27” UltraGear UHD Nano IPS Black Display, delivers stunning UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution, impeccable color with up to DCI-P3 99% coverage, and striking contrast through VESA DisplayHDR 600. Every frame bursts with vibrant visuals and rich detail, pulling you deeper into the action. Dominate with Dual Mode, letting you choose between UHD at 240Hz for speed with razor-sharp clarity or Full HD at 480Hz for lightning-fast responsiveness¹. Whether you're immersed in story-driven adventures or outpacing opponents in high-speed games, this monitor adapts to your every need. With NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, enjoy fluid, tear-free performance and ultra-low latency. Connect with confidence using DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1 (x2), and USB 3.0, designed for high-speed, high resolution gameplay that keeps pace with your skills. The sleek, ergonomic design offers adjustable height, tilt, pivot, and swivel versatility, while RGB backlighting adds a personal color pop touch to your setup.
- Next-Level Gaming With 4K UHD & Nano IPS Black: Unleash next-gen gaming with the UltraGear's first Nano IPS Black monitor. Play in razor-sharp 4K UHD at 240Hz or switch to blistering 480Hz in Full HD. With 1ms GtG response and DisplayPort 2.1, every frame is pure speed, precision, and power.
- 4K UHD: Nano IPS Black And HDR 600 Deliver Phenomenal Visuals: Dive into 4K UHD with Nano IPS Black and HDR600 for visuals that captivate. With up to 99% DCI-P3 color and deeper blacks, every scene comes alive with stunning clarity and contrast—elevating your gaming to new levels of excitement.
- Dual Mode: UHD At 240Hz Or Full HD At 480Hz: Dual Mode lets you take full control. Enjoy graphically stunning story-driven adventures in UHD at up to 240Hz, immersing yourself in stunning visuals and rich detail. Or switch to Full HD at an electrifying 480Hz for ultra-responsive gameplay in FPS, MOBA, or racing titles. With a simple hotkey, you decide: resolution for beauty or speed for the win.
- 1ms (GtG): Astounding Gaming Speed: Play with a near-instantaneous 1ms response time, which minimizes ghosting for gaming visuals that are sharp, clear and buttery smooth.
- Serious Connectivity For Serious Gamers: DisplayPort 2.1 delivers ultra-fast data speeds for flawless high refresh rate gameplay. Enjoy sharper visuals with higher resolution support, virtually zero lag, and instant responsiveness, giving you the edge to dominate. The monitor also has two HDMI 2.1 ports and USB 3.0 (1 upstream / 2 downstream).
- NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible: NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility ensures tear-free, stutter-free gaming with variable refresh rate (VRR) technology. Optimized for NVIDIA GPUs, it delivers smooth, precise performance in every frame—no dedicated G-SYNC module required.
- Nano IPS Black: Discover stunning UHD visuals with Nano IPS Black. Enjoy deeper blacks, vibrant colors with up to 99% DCI-P3 coverage, and enhanced contrast for stunning clarity in every game even at wide viewing angles.
- VESA DisplayHDR 600: Brilliant Brightness and Stunning Colors: Experience elevated visuals with VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification with stunning peak brightness of 600 nits, exceptional color coverage up to 99% DCI-P3, and 10-bit color depth. Ideal for gaming, streaming, or creative projects, this certification ensures a superior HDR experience that highlights the details.
- 4-Pole Jack & DTS HP:X: Gaming Audio Unleashed: Experience lifelike 3D audio with DTS Headphone:X, pushing out spatial sound to make you feel even more part of the game. The 4-pole headphone jack combines stereo audio and mic input, delivering crisp sound and clear gameplay comms through a single connection.
- Customize Your Screen View With The Switch App: The Switch app transforms your screen into a multitasking hub for work, gaming, and streaming. Effortlessly split the screen into up to 6 sections, customize display layouts, or launch video calls with a single hotkey. Navigate smart features with ease and switch seamlessly between your PC and the built-in webOS streaming platform, all with intuitive shortcuts.
- Unlock Your Potential with Advanced Gaming Features: Dynamic Action Sync reduces input lag for real-time response. Black Stabilizer brightens dark scenes to see what's hidden. FPS Counter shows your real-time frame rate. Crosshair enhances precision for deadly accuracy.
- Battlestation Upgrade Adjustable To Gamer Specs: See it all with the virtually borderless 27” screen. UltraGear's sleek, slim design offers adjustable height, tilt, pivot and swivel control for your preferred view, while RGB backlighting sets the mood for your battlestation.
- Next-Level Gaming With 4K UHD & Nano IPS Black: Unleash next-gen gaming with the UltraGear's first Nano IPS Black monitor. Play in razor-sharp 4K UHD at 240Hz or switch to blistering 480Hz in Full HD. With 1ms GtG response and DisplayPort 2.1, every frame is pure speed, precision, and power.
- 4K UHD: Nano IPS Black And HDR 600 Deliver Phenomenal Visuals: Dive into 4K UHD with Nano IPS Black and HDR600 for visuals that captivate. With up to 99% DCI-P3 color and deeper blacks, every scene comes alive with stunning clarity and contrast—elevating your gaming to new levels of excitement.
- Dual Mode: UHD At 240Hz Or Full HD At 480Hz: Dual Mode lets you take full control. Enjoy graphically stunning story-driven adventures in UHD at up to 240Hz, immersing yourself in stunning visuals and rich detail. Or switch to Full HD at an electrifying 480Hz for ultra-responsive gameplay in FPS, MOBA, or racing titles. With a simple hotkey, you decide: resolution for beauty or speed for the win.
- 1ms (GtG): Astounding Gaming Speed: Play with a near-instantaneous 1ms response time, which minimizes ghosting for gaming visuals that are sharp, clear and buttery smooth.
- Serious Connectivity For Serious Gamers: DisplayPort 2.1 delivers ultra-fast data speeds for flawless high refresh rate gameplay. Enjoy sharper visuals with higher resolution support, virtually zero lag, and instant responsiveness, giving you the edge to dominate. The monitor also has two HDMI 2.1 ports and USB 3.0 (1 upstream / 2 downstream).
- NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible: NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility ensures tear-free, stutter-free gaming with variable refresh rate (VRR) technology. Optimized for NVIDIA GPUs, it delivers smooth, precise performance in every frame—no dedicated G-SYNC module required.
- Nano IPS Black: Discover stunning UHD visuals with Nano IPS Black. Enjoy deeper blacks, vibrant colors with up to 99% DCI-P3 coverage, and enhanced contrast for stunning clarity in every game even at wide viewing angles.
- VESA DisplayHDR 600: Brilliant Brightness and Stunning Colors: Experience elevated visuals with VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification with stunning peak brightness of 600 nits, exceptional color coverage up to 99% DCI-P3, and 10-bit color depth. Ideal for gaming, streaming, or creative projects, this certification ensures a superior HDR experience that highlights the details.
- 4-Pole Jack & DTS HP:X: Gaming Audio Unleashed: Experience lifelike 3D audio with DTS Headphone:X, pushing out spatial sound to make you feel even more part of the game. The 4-pole headphone jack combines stereo audio and mic input, delivering crisp sound and clear gameplay comms through a single connection.
- Customize Your Screen View With The Switch App: The Switch app transforms your screen into a multitasking hub for work, gaming, and streaming. Effortlessly split the screen into up to 6 sections, customize display layouts, or launch video calls with a single hotkey. Navigate smart features with ease and switch seamlessly between your PC and the built-in webOS streaming platform, all with intuitive shortcuts.
- Unlock Your Potential with Advanced Gaming Features: Dynamic Action Sync reduces input lag for real-time response. Black Stabilizer brightens dark scenes to see what's hidden. FPS Counter shows your real-time frame rate. Crosshair enhances precision for deadly accuracy.
- Battlestation Upgrade Adjustable To Gamer Specs: See it all with the virtually borderless 27” screen. UltraGear's sleek, slim design offers adjustable height, tilt, pivot and swivel control for your preferred view, while RGB backlighting sets the mood for your battlestation.
Whats Included
- Monitor
- Power Cable
- DisplayPort Cable
- HDMI Cable
- USB A to B Cable
- Monitor
- Power Cable
- DisplayPort Cable
- HDMI Cable
- USB A to B Cable
Product Manuals
Disclaimers
- ¹Actual refresh rates may vary depending on computer graphics specifications and configurations.
- ²Graphics card that supports DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.1 are required to achieve up to 240Hz refresh rate support. Graphics card sold separately.
- ³NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible supports variable refresh rate on GeForce GTX 10 Series and higher GPUs on Display Port, and GeForce RTX 30 Series and higher GPUs on HDMI 2.1.
- ⁴Headphones sold separately. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. or its affiliates. DTS trademarks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and other countries. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
- ⁵Software installation required. Visit Support on LG.com to download.
- ¹Actual refresh rates may vary depending on computer graphics specifications and configurations.
- ²Graphics card that supports DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.1 are required to achieve up to 240Hz refresh rate support. Graphics card sold separately.
- ³NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible supports variable refresh rate on GeForce GTX 10 Series and higher GPUs on Display Port, and GeForce RTX 30 Series and higher GPUs on HDMI 2.1.
- ⁴Headphones sold separately. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. or its affiliates. DTS trademarks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and other countries. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
- ⁵Software installation required. Visit Support on LG.com to download.
Q: Is this monitor compatible with NVIDIA graphics cards?
A: Yes, it is NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible.
Q: Can I adjust the height of the monitor stand?
A: Yes, the stand is adjustable for height, tilt, pivot, and swivel.
Q: What kind of connectivity options does the monitor have?
A: It includes DisplayPort 2.1, two HDMI 2.1 ports, and USB 3.0 (1 upstream/2 downstream).
Q: What is the response time of this LG monitor?
A: This monitor boasts a 1ms (GtG) response time.
Q: Does this monitor support HDR?
A: Yes, it supports HDR and is VESA DisplayHDR 600 certified.
Q: What are the refresh rate options available for this monitor?
A: This monitor offers Dual Mode with two refresh rate options: UHD (3840 x 2160) at 240Hz or FHD (1920 x 1080) at 480Hz.
Q: How does the Black Stabilizer feature improve visibility in games?
A: The Black Stabilizer feature brightens dark scenes in games, making it easier to see hidden details and enemies.
Q: Is there a way to game at 1440p on this monitor, or is it only for 4k and 1080p?
A: The LG 27-inch UltraGear™ Nano IPS Black 4K UHD 240Hz or FHD 480Hz 1ms G-sync Compatible DisplayPort 2.1 Gaming Monitor, Model # 27G850A-B, also supports 2560 x1440 @ 120/144Hz over HDMI...^Ivan.
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| Pros for LG - UltraGear 27" IPS Dual Mode (4K UHD 240Hz or FHD 480Hz) 1ms G-Sync Gaming Monitor with DisplayHDR 600 (DisplayPort 2.1) - Black | |||
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| Overall Performance, Brightness | There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Refresh Rate, Resolution, OLED Quality, Size | Refresh Rate, Resolution, Color Quality, Design |
| Cons for LG - UltraGear 27" IPS Dual Mode (4K UHD 240Hz or FHD 480Hz) 1ms G-Sync Gaming Monitor with DisplayHDR 600 (DisplayPort 2.1) - Black | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Brightness | There were no cons for this product— |
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Customers are saying
Customers are enthusiastic about the UltraGear 27" IPS gaming monitor's build quality, citing its solid feel and superb construction. The impressive 4K 240Hz or FHD 480Hz display also receives high praise. Many appreciate the monitor's versatile stand, which offers extensive adjustability options for height, tilt, and rotation. Overall, the positive feedback highlights the monitor's excellent design and performance.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Picture Quality and Versatile
If a monitor could make someone feel more hip and like one of the cool kids, this monitor might just be the one. From the overall build quality, the included cables, the design, the lighting on the back, the clear and crisp display, the features, to even the built-in menu display, this monitor really is an ultra piece of gear. Straight out of the box, you know it's a legit piece of hardware. The stand especially is solid and heavy so you won't have any worries about stability on your desk, but if you have an arm mount like I do, the standard Vesa mounts fit perfectly. I was a little worried at first though as the mounting area is a bit sunken into the back of the case, but the mounting bracket still had enough clearance to slide onto my arm mount. It also comes with all the cables you'll need, and these are high quality cables. One thing I've learned in the tech world over the years is that not all cables are created equal. They can't always handle the speeds needed to use equipment to their full potential, so it's nice knowing that you'll get the right cables out of the box. Once it's all plugged in, the monitor works and looks amazing without having to do anything. Of course you'll want to play around with the settings to get the most out of it, but I was using it for several days and absolutely loving it without making any adjustments at all. As for the picture, it's about as clear and crisp as you can get without being OLED. All the monitors I have are multi-purpose. I use them for gaming, video editing, software development, and just about anything else you can do with a monitor. This UltraGear has easily become my favorite of my entire setup. No matter what use I put it to, it performs better than any of my other screens. I first started out using the monitor oriented like any other monitor, but being in software, I've been wanting to have at least one vertically mounted monitor, but have never found one that I felt good with or liked how it looked. I decided to try this UltraGear vertically though and it has absolutely changed everything for me. Not only does it help with productivity when I'm developing software, but it's been a game changer for me in my video editing as a content creator. I make both long-form traditional video content as well as short-form vertical video, and seeing that type of video on this screen is just amazing. At one point I found some 4K vertical video and just left it playing in the background all day it was so mesmerizing. The on-screen menu's are really easy to navigate too and intuitive. I was able to toggle through everything easily without ever having to look up how to do something. And the multi-color lighting on the back side of the monitor is just plain cool honestly. I know this isn't exactly a cheap monitor, but it's absolutely worth it and I would definitely recommend it.
Posted by CKent
- Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Top tier feel & look let down by odd issues
The LG Ultragear 27G850A-B should be a homerun of a monitor, but it ends up kinda meh. Both 4K 240hz and 1080p 480hz modes work well with my 7900XTX, but without fiddling with settings every time you change modes, you can end up with a smearing mess…(real 1ms response time should never have this issue??) At unboxing, this display feels solid and the build quality is superb. It includes a certified HDMI cable which was great since you’ll need it to maintain 4K 240hz. The overall look isn’t too “gamer” but it has some fancy LED lighting to enhance your desk. After setting it up with my desktop, I was impressed by the brightness and all the adjustments from the stand to get it just right. After playing a few games I was seeing some smearing, surprisingly the most was in slower RTS games panning around. I increased the response time option to “fastest”, which somehow made it worse! You also have to mess with the settings every time you toggle from 4K 240hz to 1080p 480hz, because what works for one mode might not work for the other… I would cut it some slack if it wasn’t supposed to be a top tier new dual mode monitor, setting up IPS closer to OLED, but it falls flat. If you’re aiming to run it at 4K 240hz or 1080p 480hz for long stretches, but still want to be able to switch, I could see how this monitor could fit the bill. Otherwise, I would pass on this one!
Posted by GlennT
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great image performance and versatility.
I bought 2 of these monitors as a budget conscious model to walk the line between productivity with school and work, creativity with photoshop, and gaming with our rtx4080. We had 1 Samsung g7 28inch that was great and when we bought a second it kept flickering between the two monitors and caused havoc. This was in 3 separate PCs so we opted to ditch Samsung and try LG. Glad we switched. The IPS Black gets deep darks with way less crush and banding. The higher HDR brightness doesn’t seem to make the screen brighter but somehow we have more natural colors and brightness in brighter images and game scenes comments just made the effect of HDR function more smoothly without overbearingly beating your eyes with a bright saturated display. These monitors take a while to power on from a turned off setting and even when allowing them to enter a deep sleep mode they still take a moment to wake up. My partner finds they were getting faster, maybe a break in period or them adjusting to them. In any case they work flawlessly as 2 displays side by side with only 2 issues to note, though they are not deal breakers for us and I doubt for anyone except the most discerning. 1 already stated above, the time to power on. It’s like 20 seconds to 30 seconds from deep sleep and around 45 seconds from power off. When we put the Nov to sleep or turn it off and let the monitors deep sleep we see a delay in turning them on when we want to wake or power on the PC. This could make you kiss the splash screen from your motherboard to enter setup requiring a restart. Annoying but likely a design related to cost vs function. 2 the Display Port 2.1 only supports DP54 which is hardware based and not software locked, meaning it can’t be updated later. This will force users wanting HDR at 4k at over 144 hz refresh rates to us display compression as the bandwidth of the 2.1 cannot support native transfer. This could lead to the dreaded screen flicker though at over 200hz gaming in 4k with HDR we see no flicker at all. If the 900 dollar price tags make you balk get them for the current sale at 600 and you will have a great monitor that can be productive, my partner says text is easier to read than on their old odyssey G7 and colors are Rich and not over saturated, as well as edit photo or video and game. My partner needs to turn one into portrait mode for coding and excel work and we haven’t tried that yet but fully expect no issues. We looked into OLED and found that they aren’t as burn in proof as we’d like for gaming HUDs and excel cells yet and they are reportedly not great for text. This may be the sweet spot for video watching on one display while working on another in email or coding on one while resource hunting and sending emails in the other. Time will tell if our compromise and avoidance of OLED will pay off but at a significant wallet savings for wonderful results and most likely more usability I think the IPS black and future proof DP54 through DP 2.1 makes these a very sensible and good looking purchase that will last
Posted by MelodyM
