LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025

LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025

LG
100 Overall Score
vs
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025

ASUS
99 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025

85 out of 100 low confidence 9 reviews

The LG 45" UltraGear OLED Gaming Monitor is a high-end curved display with a 5K2K resolution and an 800R curvature. It offers impressive specs like a 0.03ms response time, up to 330Hz refresh rate, and versatile connectivity including DisplayPort 2.1 and USB-C with 90W power delivery. Users appreciate the built-in speakers and VESA compatibility for wall mounting. Overall, it is well-regarded for gaming and productivity, though the limited number of reviews prevents a definitive assessment.

Pros
  • High 5K2K resolution
  • Fast 0.03ms response time
  • Up to 330Hz refresh rate
  • Versatile connectivity options
  • Built-in speakers
Cons
  • Limited number of user reviews
  • No detailed negative feedback available
👍 Resolution 1
👍 Refresh rate 2
👍 Response time 1
👍 Connectivity 1
👍 Built in speakers 1
👍 Vesa compatibility 1

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025

95 out of 100 high confidence 31 reviews

The ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27UCDMG is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier gaming monitor, with users highlighting its stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate. Verified buyers consistently call it the best monitor they've ever used, noting excellent build quality and responsiveness. Minor drawbacks include a glossy screen that can reflect light, potential text clarity issues due to the subpixel layout, and a lack of included VESA screws, but these are far outweighed by the exceptional gaming and media experience. The Neo Proximity Sensor and OLED Care features provide peace of mind against burn-in, making it a highly recommended investment for enthusiasts.

Pros
  • Stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality
  • Deep blacks and vibrant colors
  • Buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate
  • Excellent build quality
  • Fast 0.03ms response time
Cons
  • Glossy screen causes reflections
  • Text clarity issues due to subpixel layout
  • No VESA screws included
  • VESA mount adds extra depth
  • Neo Proximity Sensor unreliable at times
👍 Picture quality 8
👍 Refresh rate and responsiveness 7
👍 Build quality 5
👍 Burn in protection 5
👍 Connectivity 4
👎 Glossy screen reflections 3

Scores

Gaming
LG
100
ASUS
89
Office
LG
99
ASUS
90
Entertainment
LG
92
ASUS
81
Professional
LG
83
ASUS
90
Creative
LG
82
ASUS
88
Portable
LG
17
ASUS
14

Specifications

LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5"ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27"
Display
Size45"27"
Resolution5120 x 21603840 x 2160
Panel TypeOLEDOLED
Aspect Ratio21:916:9
Curved✓✗
Curvature800—
Screen Finishmatteglossy
Performance
Refresh Rate330 Hz★240 Hz
Response Time0.029999999329447746 ms0.029999999329447746 ms
Adaptive SyncFreeSync Premium ProFreeSync Premium Pro
Color & HDR
Brightness1300 nits★450 nits
Color Gamut98.5% DCI-P399% DCI-P3, 145% sRGB
Color Depth10-bit10-bit
HDRDisplayHDR True Black 400DisplayHDR True Black 400
HDR SupportHDR10★HDR400
Connectivity
HDMI Ports22
DisplayPort11
USB-C11
ThunderboltThunderbolt 5—
Speakers✓★✗
Headphone Jack✓✓
Ergonomics
Height Adjustable✓✓
Tilt✓✓
Swivel✓✓
Pivot✓✓
VESA Mount100x100100x100
Features
Webcam✗✗
Touchscreen✗✗
PIP/PBP✓✓
Power66W★80W
Weight14.00 kg7.44 kg★

Pros & Cons

LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025

  • Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong color (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong performance (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025

  • Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5"

Scores 100 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 31 specs.

LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Better at:

GamingOfficePortableEntertainment

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" Better at:

CreativeProfessional