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LG UltraGear 27GS85Q
The LG UltraGear 27GS85Q lands as a entry-level 1440p monitor, built around 200 Hz.
52/100
200 HzIPS1 msDisplayHDR 4001440p16:9
£280best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- G-Sync
- FreeSync
- VRR
- Below-average refresh rate
Score profile
Scored against the 1440p monitors classWhere the LG UltraGear 27GS85Q wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Size27 "
Resolution1440
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeIPS
Refresh rate200 Hz
Response time1 ms
Peak brightness400 nits
DCI-P3 coverage98
HDR and contrast
HDR certificationDisplayHDR 400
Contrast ratio1000
Gaming features
G-SyncYes
FreeSyncYes
VRRYes
Ergonomics
TiltYes
VESA mountcertified
More specs
Adaptive syncYes
Dci p3 coverage98 %
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowLG UltraGear 27GS85Q vs Samsung Samsung Odyssey LS32FG502EUXXU
LG UltraGear 27GS85QSamsung Odyssey LS32FG502EUXXU
| LGLG UltraGear 27GS85QThis page | SamsungSamsung Odyssey LS32FG502EUXXU | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52 /100Better | 51 /100 |
| Refresh | 200 HzBetter | 180 Hz |
| Size | 27 " | 32 " |
| Panel type | IPS | IPS |
| Response | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| HDR certified | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10 |
| Peak | 400 nitsBetter | 350 nits |
Who it's for
Is the LG UltraGear 27GS85Q right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable 1440p monitor for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need the brightest, sharpest panel, in which case a higher-tier 1440p 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.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the LG UltraGear 27GS85Q worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 52/100 against other 1440p monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the LG UltraGear 27GS85Q?
Its g-sync stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the XL2566X+?
The XL2566X+ scores 53/100 versus this one at 52/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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