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LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B
A top-tier 1440p monitor for anyone building a living-room setup, leading with 540 Hz.
86/100
540 HzWOLED0.02 msHDR5002560x144016:9
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Why we rate it
- G-Sync
- FreeSync
- VRR
- Above-average refresh rate
- Below-average displayport
Score profile
Scored against the 1440p monitors classWhere the LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Size27 "
Resolution2560
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeWOLED
Refresh rate540 Hz
Response time0.02 ms
Peak brightness1500 nits
HDR and contrast
HDR certificationHDR500
Ports
HDMI version2.1
DisplayPort1
DisplayPort version2.1
USB-C1
Gaming features
G-SyncYes
FreeSyncYes
VRRYes
Motion blur reductionYes
Ergonomics
TiltYes
SwivelYes
PivotYes
More specs
Weight6.8 kg
Adaptive syncYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowLG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B vs LG LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A
LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790BLG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A
| LGLG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790BThis page | LGLG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 86 /100Better | 81 /100 |
| Refresh | 540 HzBetter | 480 Hz |
| Size | 27 " | 27 " |
| Panel type | WOLED | WOLED |
| Response | 0.02 msBetter | 0.03 ms |
| HDR certified | HDR500 | HDR 400 |
| Peak | 1500 nitsBetter | 1300 nits |
Who it's for
Is the LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B 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 27GX790B worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 86/100 against other 1440p monitors, a top-tier result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B?
Its g-sync stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Odyssey Neo G9?
The Odyssey Neo G9 scores 52/100 versus this one at 86/100, so this is the stronger pick on the spec sheet.
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