The 27GX700A pairs a 280 Hz ceiling with an OLED panel that can light a small highlight without lighting the pixels around it. That makes it as interesting for a dimly lit adventure as for a quick multiplayer round. One behavior worth knowing about shows up when a game’s frame rate fluctuates.
In depth
LG UltraGear 27GX700A review
Published
Best forPlayers who want dark-scene contrast and responsive 1440p gaming on a matte screen.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 26.5 inches
- Panel technology
- Tandem OLED
- Native resolution
- 2560 × 1440
- Refresh rate
- 280 Hz
Pros
- Matte OLED suits a desk used for several kinds of PC games.
- Native QHD is easier to drive at high frame rates than 4K.
Cons
- Variable-refresh flicker can show up as frame rates change.
- A console’s 4K input is scaled to the monitor’s 1440p pixels.
Display
- 26.5 inches
- 2560 × 1440
- Tandem OLED
The panel’s individual pixels can stay dark around a torch or a white subtitle. LG’s matte surface is also a practical choice when a desk has to face the room. A matte screen still benefits from sensible placement away from direct sun.
Motion
- 280 Hz
- Variable refresh rate
RTINGS found fast pixel response on its test unit, along with visible VRR flicker as frame rates changed and some banding in dark scenes. Someone sensitive to light fluctuations may prefer a stable frame cap or fixed refresh in a troublesome game. 1
Connectivity
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
A gaming PC gets the most from the 280 Hz mode. RTINGS also confirmed support for a 4K 120 Hz console signal, which the display reduces to its native QHD grid. That gives you a straightforward console connection without creating 4K detail on the panel. 1
Alternatives
For a high-resolution desktop used heavily for writing, a compact 4K monitor can make small print easier to read. Someone who mostly plays at 120 fps on an existing QHD screen has more to gain here from OLED contrast than from the top refresh number.
Verdict
Choose the LG for mixed gaming on a compact desk. Dark-room contrast and fast motion are its attractions, with unstable frame rates the condition most worth considering before buying.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- RTINGSLG 27GX700A-B review (opens in a new tab)https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/lg/27gx700a-b
Variable-refresh flicker, dark-scene banding, response speed and 4K/120 Hz console input.