LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
KOORUI MG27A12Q 27" 2024
What Buyers Say
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
The LG UltraGear 27-inch OLED gaming monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED picture quality, incredibly high 480Hz refresh rate, and ultra-fast 0.03ms response time. Users describe it as a game-changer for competitive gaming, offering fluid motion and deep blacks. Common drawbacks include the high price, the need for a powerful GPU to reach 480Hz, and the lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for serious gamers who can afford the premium.
Pros
- Stunning OLED picture quality
- Incredibly smooth 480Hz refresh rate
- Ultra-fast 0.03ms response time
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Solid build and ergonomic stand
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for 480Hz
- No built-in speakers
- SDR brightness lower than LCD rivals
- Potential burn-in risk with OLED
KOORUI MG27A12Q 27" 2024
This KOORUI curved gaming monitor delivers strong performance for its price, with most users praising the immersive curvature, high 180Hz refresh rate, crisp 1080p and 1440p visuals, and smooth gameplay. The majority of reviews highlight excellent value for budget-conscious gamers, easy setup, and minimal desk footprint. A single verified negative review warns about warranty issues, noting that the manufacturer may not honor support if the third-party seller closes. Overall, the monitor is well-received for its feature set and affordability, though potential buyers should verify the seller's reliability.
Pros
- Immersive curved display
- High 180Hz refresh rate
- Excellent value for money
- Crisp 1080p and 1440p visuals
- Smooth and fluid gameplay
Cons
- Warranty issues with third-party sellers
- Basic stand with limited adjustability
- Minor imperfections on some units
- HDR too bright in default mode
- Washed-out picture when HDR disabled
Scores
Specifications
| LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | KOORUI MG27A12Q 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 1,500 |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 480 Hz★ | 180 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 275 nits | 300 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 98.5% DCI-P3 | 90% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | 10.7 billion colors |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR10★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 3★ | — |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | — |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | — |
| Pivot | ✓★ | — |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | — |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 9.30 kg | 5.72 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
KOORUI MG27A12Q 27" 2024
- Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong performance (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong color (76th percentile)
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
No current pricing available
KOORUI MG27A12Q 27" 2024
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 29 specs.
