The LG’s 5120 × 2160 canvas puts the height of a 4K display inside a much wider picture. That gives a cockpit or strategy map real presence. The 800R curve is pronounced enough that sitting off to one side changes the experience considerably.
In depth
LG UltraGear 45GX950A review
Published
Best forA sim or ultrawide-PC player with enough desk depth for a strongly curved 45-inch-class screen.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 44.5 inches
- Panel technology
- OLED
- Native resolution
- 5120 × 2160
- Refresh rate
- 165 Hz
Pros
- Wide native mode provides more detail than earlier 3440 × 1440 45-inch designs.
- Lower-resolution 330 Hz mode gives fast games a second use for the screen.
Cons
- Strong curvature is a compromise for flat-layout work.
- Native resolution puts a heavier load on a GPU than ordinary 4K.
Display
- 5120 × 2160
- 800R
- OLED
TechSpot found the greater pixel density a substantial improvement over earlier 45-inch 3440 × 1440 OLEDs, while finding the curvature harder to recommend for general use. That combination favors a centered player. Try sketching the width and curve on the desk before measuring only for the stand. 1
Gaming
- 165 Hz at 5120 × 2160
- 330 Hz at 2560 × 1080
The two modes solve different problems. In a flight sim, instrument lettering and runway edges benefit from the native pixel grid. In a fast arena game, dropping to a quarter of the pixels makes it easier for a powerful PC to render enough frames for the faster mode.
Connectivity
- DisplayPort 2.1
- HDMI 2.1
- USB-C with up to 90 W
A USB-C laptop can share the panel for work, subject to the display modes its video output supports. A console is a less natural partner: ordinary 16:9 content takes up only the middle when its proportions are preserved.
Alternatives
The AW3425DW is a more modest 34-inch ultrawide with a gentler 1800R curve. Existing 45-inch owners have a concrete reason to consider the LG if they find text or dashboard labels on an earlier 1440p model too coarse.
Verdict
The 45GX950A is most persuasive as the center of a driving or flight setup. Its higher native resolution and second gaming mode each have a purpose, provided the desk and graphics card are ready for them.
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.
- TechSpotLG 45GX950A Review: The Ultimate OLED Ultrawide? (opens in a new tab)https://www.techspot.com/review/2982-lg-45gx950a/
Pixel density and the practical effect of the 800R curve on the tested 45-inch display.