LG UltraGear 45GR65DC-B 45" Black 2025

With a 200Hz refresh rate and DCI-P3 95% color gamut scoring in the top 4% of all monitors we've tested, this LG delivers a massive 45" canvas that's equally at home with spreadsheets and shooters. Connectivity is best-in-class at 98th percentile, but the VA panel means dark scenes won't be as jaw-dropping as OLED. If desk space is a concern, the 8800g heft might be a dealbreaker.

Gaming on the 45GR65DC-B feels fast, full stop. The 200Hz refresh rate combined with a 1ms GtG response time places it in the 86th percentile among all gaming monitors in our database, which translates to smoother motion than the vast majority of ultrawides. In practice, fast-paced shooters and racing titles run buttery smooth. AMD FreeSync Premium Pro keeps tearing at bay without any fuss. While it's not as lightning-quick as the bleeding-edge 360Hz+ OLEDs, you'd be hard-pressed to spot the difference outside of professional esports scenarios. The real star may be the resolution: 5120x1440 DQHD gives you the pixel real estate of two 27" 1440p monitors side by side, and with PIP/PBP support, you can literally feed two different sources to the screen. And then there's color. With 95% DCI-P3 coverage and DisplayHDR 600 certification, it's not just a gaming display, it's a vibrant canvas for content creation. The 96th percentile color score says it all. You'll notice richer reds and greens that pop, though the VA panel's narrower viewing angles mean those deep blacks can shift a little off-center.

Stacked against the new LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B, this model holds its own with a wider color gamut (95% DCI-P3) but loses out on the GX950A's OLED panel, which delivers true blacks and superior motion clarity. The ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG and MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED both offer instant response times and per-pixel lighting, but at the cost of lower brightness and potential burn-in anxiety. Meanwhile, the Dell UltraSharp U4025QW is a productivity monster with a 5K2K resolution but only 60Hz, so it's not a gaming contender. For someone who wants a single screen for both work and high-refresh gaming without OLED price premiums (assuming you find a good deal), the LG UltraGear is the pragmatic choice, especially with its top-tier connectivity that lets you switch between a gaming PC and a work laptop in seconds.

There's no fixed MSRP for this monitor, but we've seen it priced anywhere from $697 to $1500 across retailers. At the low end, it's an absolute steal for a 45" 200Hz DQHD panel with this level of color accuracy and connectivity. You'd be hard-pressed to find another monitor that offers this much screen and speed for under $700, even open-box. At the high end, though, you're creeping into OLED territory where you trade some brightness for perfect blacks and superior motion clarity. So the smart money is on hunting down the sub-$800 deals; at that price, the performance-per-dollar ratio is fantastic.

The LG UltraGear 45GR65DC-B lands in our database with some eye-popping numbers. Its 45" 5120x1440 panel and 200Hz refresh rate put it in the 84th and 86th percentiles for display size and gaming performance, respectively, while the DCI-P3 95% color gamut scores a stellar 96th percentile, making this one of the most color-rich gaming monitors we've tested. Connectivity is practically overkill, landing in the 98th percentile thanks to dual HDMI 2.1 ports, three USB-C connections, and DisplayPort 1.4. If you're looking for a single screen that can replace a dual-monitor setup and still keep up with high-refresh gaming, the spec sheet is a dream. But specs aren't everything. The VA panel delivers solid contrast and HDR600 certification, but a few owners have grumbled about darker color performance. And at 8800g, this thing is a tank. It's not going to win any portability awards, but for a permanent desk fixture, the stand's height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments put ergonomics in a comfortable 91st percentile. So as long as you have the space and know what to expect from a VA panel, this monitor makes a strong case for itself.

Skip this one if you're cramming it onto a small desk. At 8800g and with a 55th percentile compactness score, it demands a lot of space. Also, if you're a die-hard OLED fan who can't stand blooming or black smearing, the VA panel's limitations will grate on you, especially in dimly lit rooms or cinematic single-player games. And lastly, if you're looking for a monitor that can travel to LAN parties, look elsewhere. This is a stay-at-home beast.

If you're in the market for a super-ultrawide that can handle both gaming and productivity, the LG UltraGear 45GR65DC-B checks nearly every box. The 200Hz refresh rate, stellar color accuracy, and connectivity options are genuine highlights, and the ergonomic stand is a nice touch. Just know that you're buying a VA panel, so deep blacks won't match OLED and dark scenes can look a little crushed. At the right price, this monitor is a no-brainer; at the top end of its price range, you'll have to weigh whether the sheer size and feature set matter more to you than the contrast perfection of a comparably priced OLED.