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LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A
A strong pick in the 1440p monitors line-up, with 480 Hz up front.
81/100
480 HzWOLED0.03 msHDR 4001440p16:9
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Why we rate it
- G-Sync
- FreeSync
- Tilt
- Above-average refresh rate
- Below-average displayport
Score profile
Scored against the 1440p monitors classWhere the LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Size27 "
Resolution1440
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeWOLED
Refresh rate480 Hz
Response time0.03 ms
Peak brightness1300 nits
DCI-P3 coverage98.5
HDR and contrast
HDR certificationHDR 400
Contrast ratio1500000
Ports
HDMI ports2
HDMI version2.1
DisplayPort1
DisplayPort version2.1
Gaming features
G-SyncYes
FreeSyncYes
Ergonomics
TiltYes
SwivelYes
PivotYes
VESA mount100
Height adjust0 mm
More specs
Weight5.1 kg
Color depth bit10
Dci p3 coverage98.5 %
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowLG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A vs LG LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B
LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790ALG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B
| LGLG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790AThis page | LGLG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 81 /100 | 86 /100Better |
| Refresh | 480 Hz | 540 HzBetter |
| Size | 27 " | 27 " |
| Panel type | WOLED | WOLED |
| Response | 0.03 ms | 0.02 msBetter |
| HDR certified | HDR 400 | HDR500 |
| Peak | 1300 nits | 1500 nitsBetter |
Who it's for
Is the LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A right for you?
Buy it if
Made for the living room
Anyone building a living-room setup who want a 1440p monitor that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
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.
excellent
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 81/100 against other 1440p monitors, a strong result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A?
Its g-sync stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the ASUS ROG Strix XG248QSG Ace?
The ASUS ROG Strix XG248QSG Ace scores 82/100 versus this one at 81/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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