Pre-Order the LG UltraFine 6K Display Starting September 30
▼ Summary
– Pre-orders for LG’s UltraFine evo 6K display (model 32U990A) will begin on September 30 in the U.S., priced at $1,999.99.
– It features a 32-inch 6,144 x 3,456 resolution Nano IPS Black panel with 224 PPI and supports Thunderbolt 5 connectivity with 120Gbp/s bandwidth.
– The display covers 99.5% of Adobe RGB and 98% of DCI-P3 color spaces, has a 2,000:1 contrast ratio, but only a 60Hz refresh rate.
– It achieves up to 600 nits peak brightness in HDR mode, which is lower than Apple’s Pro Display XDR that reaches 1,600 nits.
– The design includes an almost borderless four-sided display with ergonomic adjustments and TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort certification for reduced blue light.
The highly anticipated LG UltraFine evo 6K Display (model 32U990A), featuring groundbreaking Thunderbolt 5 support, will be available for pre-order starting September 30. This major release, first previewed at CES 2025, is now listed by a prominent U.S. retailer, providing the first concrete details on pricing and availability.
This 32-inch monitor boasts a stunning 6,144 x 3,456 resolution Nano IPS Black panel, delivering a pixel density of 224 pixels per inch. For creative professionals, this offers a slightly sharper image than the Apple Pro Display XDR, which features a 6K resolution of 6,016 x 3,384 pixels at 218 PPI. The display promises exceptional color fidelity, covering 99.5% of the Adobe RGB color space and 98% of DCI-P3. A key advantage of the Nano IPS Black technology is its 2,000:1 contrast ratio, which is double what standard IPS panels can achieve. However, the display operates at a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
In terms of brightness, the monitor is VESA DisplayHDR 600 certified, meaning it can reach a peak brightness of approximately 600 nits in HDR mode, with standard dynamic range brightness rated at 450 nits. This performance is notably less than the Apple Pro Display XDR, which sustains 1,000 nits and peaks at 1,600 nits for HDR content.
The star of the show is the Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, providing a massive 120Gbps of bandwidth in one direction. This allows for daisy-chaining an additional 6K display and supports 96W of power delivery to charge a connected laptop. The monitor also includes support for DisplayPort 2.1 and features a total of five USB-C ports, alongside traditional HDMI and DisplayPort inputs.
Visually, the 32U990A marks a significant departure from previous UltraFine models, adopting a sleek, nearly borderless design reminiscent of Apple’s Pro Display XDR. It sits on a minimalist L-shaped stand that offers full ergonomic adjustments, including tilt, swivel, height adjustment, and 90-degree rotation for portrait orientation. LG has also secured TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort certification to help minimize blue light emission.
The monitor is listed at $1,999.99, positioning it as a more accessible professional-grade option compared to Apple’s Pro Display XDR, which starts at $4,999 without its $999 stand. Pre-orders are scheduled to begin on September 30 at 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time. It is worth noting that while this date is provided by the retailer, LG has not yet issued an independent confirmation for the U.S. market. The company’s Canadian website indicates pre-orders will start on October 10, suggesting a staggered regional launch.
(Source: Mac Rumors)
