LG
LG UltraFine 32UR500K-B
A entry-level 4k monitor for anyone building a living-room setup, leading with 32 in.
29/100
32 in60 HzVA4 msHDR103840 x 2160
£250best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- HDR10+
- Low-lag game mode
- Tilt
- Above-average hdmi ports
- No kvm switch
- No g-sync
Score profile
Scored against the 4k monitors classWhere the LG UltraFine 32UR500K-B wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Size32 "
Resolution3840
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeVA
Refresh rate60 Hz
Response time4 ms
DCI-P3 coverage90
HDR and contrast
HDR certificationHDR10
HDR10+Yes
Ports
HDMI ports2
DisplayPort1
Gaming features
Low-lag game modeYes
Ergonomics
TiltYes
Weight6.2 kg
Audio
Built-in speakersYes
More specs
Vesa mount100 mm
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowLG UltraFine 32UR500K-B vs LG LG UltraFine 32UR550K-B
LG UltraFine 32UR500K-BLG UltraFine 32UR550K-B
| LGLG UltraFine 32UR500K-BThis page | LGLG UltraFine 32UR550K-B | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29 /100 | 29 /100 |
| Size | 32 " | 32 " |
| Refresh | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Panel type | VA | VA |
| Response | 4 ms | 4 ms |
| HDR certified | HDR10 | HDR10 |
Who it's for
Is the LG UltraFine 32UR500K-B right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable 4k monitor for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need kvm switch, in which case a higher-tier 4k monitor is the better call.
Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
okay
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the LG UltraFine 32UR500K-B worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 29/100 against other 4k monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the LG UltraFine 32UR500K-B?
Its hdr10+ stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Samsung LS32FM702UUXXU 32" 4K Smart Monitor?
The Samsung LS32FM702UUXXU 32" 4K Smart Monitor scores 33/100 versus this one at 29/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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