AOC Gaming CQ27G4ZH 27" Black 2024
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
AOC Gaming CQ27G4ZH 27" Black 2024
This monitor receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its 300Hz refresh rate, deep blacks, and snappy response for gaming, along with easy assembly and sturdy build. However, several verified buyers report severe defects like dark stripes, lines, or complete failure after short use, leading to returns.
Pros
- 300Hz refresh rate
- Deep blacks and snappy response
- Easy assembly
- Sturdy build
- Great for gaming
Cons
- Dark stripe defect
- Lines on screen after short use
- Complete failure after 30 minutes
- Missed return window for gift
- Inconsistent quality control
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
| AOC Gaming CQ27G4ZH 27" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | VA | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | glossy | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 300 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 275 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 3★ |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | VESA compatibility | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 8.96 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
AOC Gaming CQ27G4ZH 27" Black 2024
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong performance (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong ergonomic (73rd percentile)
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average color (33rd percentile)
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
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 29 specs.