LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025

LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025

LG
95 Overall Score
vs
Samsung Odyssey G3 LS32AG320NNXZA 32" Black 2021

Samsung Odyssey G3 LS32AG320NNXZA 32" Black 2021

Samsung
59 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025

92 out of 100 medium confidence 15 reviews

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
👍 Display quality 5
👍 Refresh rate 5
👍 Response time 5
👎 Price 4
👍 Build quality 4
👎 Speakers 3

Samsung Odyssey G3 LS32AG320NNXZA 32" Black 2021

78 out of 100 low confidence 8 reviews

Users generally appreciate this monitor for its price-to-performance ratio, with many praising the 165Hz refresh rate and clear picture quality. However, a recurring complaint is the lack of a VESA adapter for alternative mounting, which caused frustration for one reviewer. Overall, it is seen as a solid choice for budget builds and gaming setups.

Pros
  • 165Hz refresh rate
  • Clear picture quality
  • Good value for money
  • Slick design
  • Works well for gaming and work
Cons
  • No VESA adapter included
  • Poor customer support experience
  • Limited mounting options
👍 Refresh rate 2
👍 Picture quality 3
👍 Value for money 3
👎 Mounting options 1
👎 Customer support 1
👍 Design 1

Scores

Office
LG
88
Samsung
68
Gaming
LG
84
Samsung
58
Professional
LG
82
Samsung
50
Creative
LG
79
Samsung
42
Entertainment
LG
73
Samsung
46
Portable
LG
14
Samsung
8

Specifications

LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27"Samsung Odyssey G3 LS32AG320NNXZA 32"
Display
Size27"32"
Resolution2560 x 14401920 x 1080
Panel TypeOLED★VA
Aspect Ratio16:916:9
Curved✗✗
Screen Finishmattematte
Performance
Refresh Rate480 Hz★165 Hz
Response Time0.029999999329447746 ms★1 ms
Adaptive SyncFreeSync Premium Pro★FreeSync Premium
Color & HDR
Brightness275 nits★250 nits
Color Gamut98.5% DCI-P372% NTSC
Color Depth10-bit★—
HDRDisplayHDR True Black 400—
HDR SupportHDR10★—
Connectivity
HDMI Ports2★1
DisplayPort11
USB-C3★0
Thunderbolt—0
Speakers✗✗
Headphone Jack✓✓
Ergonomics
Height Adjustable✓✓
Tilt✓✓
Swivel✓✓
Pivot✓✓
VESA Mount100x100100x100
Features
Webcam✗✗
Touchscreen✗✗
PIP/PBP✗—
Power—48W★
Weight9.30 kg6.21 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

Samsung Odyssey G3 LS32AG320NNXZA 32" Black 2021

  • Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
  • Strong performance (77th percentile)
  • Strong connectivity (72nd percentile)
  • Below average color (17th percentile)17th %ile
  • Below average feature (21st percentile)
  • Below average portability (28th percentile)

Pricing

Samsung Odyssey G3 LS32AG320NNXZA 32" Black 2021 is CA$267 cheaper (1.6x less).

LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025

Samsung Odyssey G3 LS32AG320NNXZA 32" Black 2021

Verdict

★ Winner: LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27"

Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 30 specs.

LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Better at:

GamingOfficeCreativePortableProfessionalEntertainment

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