LG’s 27-inch Tandem OLED gaming monitor hits lowest price ever
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– The LG UltraGear 27GX700A-B 1440p gaming monitor, released last August, is available for $484.99 on Amazon or $499.99 on LG, down from its original $599.99.
– This monitor uses LG’s Primary RGB Tandem panel with fourth-generation WOLED technology, offering higher brightness and contrast that rivals QD-OLED.
– It features a 280Hz refresh rate, twin HDMI 2.1 and one DisplayPort 1.4 jack, a 0.03ms response time, a thin design, USB-A ports, and a headphone jack.
– The monitor supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and is Nvidia G-Sync compatible for variable refresh rates, though reviews site Rtings notes it has “distracting VRR flicker” depending on the game.
– The article notes that while costs for computer components like RAM have risen, OLED gaming monitor prices have been dropping, offering more opportunities for cutting-edge panel tech.
LG’s UltraGear 27GX700A-B 1440p gaming monitor, which debuted last August, has dropped to its lowest price ever at just $484.99 on Amazon, or $499.99 directly from LG (down from $599.99). That’s a compelling deal for a display built around LG’s Primary RGB Tandem panel, using fourth-generation WOLED technology that delivers significantly higher brightness and punchier contrast than earlier OLED monitors, putting it in direct competition with QD-OLED alternatives.
This 27-inch screen is a strong match for gamers running a PC capable of smooth 1440p performance. It boasts a 280Hz refresh rate, dual HDMI 2.1 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4, and a blistering 0.03-millisecond response time, all wrapped in a slim chassis. You also get a handful of USB-A ports for peripherals and a headphone jack for private sessions.
The monitor supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and is Nvidia G-Sync compatible, so variable refresh rates keep motion smooth even when frame rates fluctuate. While we haven’t tested this exact model, review site Rtings notes some “distracting VRR flicker,” though that issue tends to vary by game.
It’s refreshing to see OLED gaming monitor prices trending downward, especially as costs for components like RAM and storage have been climbing in recent months. Sure, you can still save more by opting for a fast IPS or VA panel, but it’s great to have more affordable entry points into cutting-edge panel tech for both PC and console gaming.
(Source: The Verge)
