CRUA CR270QQ 27" Black 2025
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
CRUA CR270QQ 27" Black 2025
The monitor is highly praised for its brightness, clarity, color accuracy, and suitability for gaming and work-from-home setups. Users report easy plug-and-play setup and great 2K resolution. However, one critical verified review warns that one of two units received a lower 1080p resolution instead of the advertised 1440p, raising concerns about quality control. Minor issues include blank screen during PC boot and uneven backlight spots, but most find it an excellent value.
Pros
- Bright and clear display
- Great 2K resolution
- Excellent color accuracy
- Easy plug-and-play setup
- Suitable for both gaming and work
Cons
- Possible resolution mismatch vs advertised
- Uneven backlight spots reported
- Blank screen on PC boot
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
| CRUA CR270QQ 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 | 1,800 | — |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 260 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | 120% sRGB | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 3★ |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 4.63 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
CRUA CR270QQ 27" Black 2025
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong display (68th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %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
CRUA CR270QQ 27" Black 2025
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 29 specs.
