Z-Edge Gamers Line UG27P 27" Black 2021
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Z-Edge Gamers Line UG27P 27" Black 2021
This 240Hz VA monitor delivers excellent contrast, vibrant colors, and smooth gameplay, making it a top choice for budget-conscious gamers. Users praise its easy setup and great value, especially when purchased on sale. However, the built-in speakers are very quiet, the settings menu can be tricky to navigate, and some users note minor ghosting or a slightly washed-out color balance out of the box.
Pros
- Excellent contrast ratio
- Smooth 240Hz refresh rate
- Great value for money
- Easy setup
- Vibrant colors
Cons
- Very quiet built-in speakers
- Settings menu hard to navigate
- Minor ghosting at higher overdrive
- Color balance slightly too white
- Limited HDMI ports
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
Scores
Specifications
| Z-Edge Gamers Line UG27P 27" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | VA | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 280 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | 16.7M Colors | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR10 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | No | — |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | 32W★ | — |
| Weight | 3.49 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
Z-Edge Gamers Line UG27P 27" Black 2021
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong performance (90th percentile)90th %ile
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
Pricing
Z-Edge Gamers Line UG27P 27" Black 2021 offers 2.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 31 specs.
