HP OMEN OM27QG2 27" Black 2025
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
HP OMEN OM27QG2 27" Black 2025
Users are generally very satisfied with this monitor, praising its excellent picture quality, crisp text, and responsive performance. The hardware KVM function works perfectly without software, and the lack of a power brick is a welcome feature. However, a few minor issues were noted, such as a stuck pixel on one unit and the power button being inconveniently placed on the back. Overall, it is highly recommended for both productivity and gaming.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Crisp clear text
- Hardware KVM works perfectly
- No external power brick
- Responsive performance
Cons
- Stuck pixel on some units
- Power button on back is inconvenient
- Included HDMI cable incompatible with some computers
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
| HP OMEN OM27QG2 27" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 180 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | 95% DCI-P3 | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 3★ |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | 30W★ | — |
| Weight | 7.33 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
HP OMEN OM27QG2 27" Black 2025
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong color (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong performance (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (75th percentile)
- Below average portability (28th 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
Pricing
HP OMEN OM27QG2 27" Black 2025
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 29 specs.
