LG Smart Monitor 37U730SA-W.AUS 37" White 2025

The LG 37U730SA has a stunning 37-inch 4K IPS panel that ranks in the 96th percentile for display quality, but the webOS smart TV layer makes it a pain to use as an actual monitor. Owners report needing a remote just to switch inputs, and the 60Hz refresh rate causes gaming issues. At $556, it's a great small TV but a frustrating monitor.

The panel itself is the star here. 3840 x 2160 on a 37-inch IPS display gives you tons of real estate and crisp text, and the 90% DCI-P3 coverage means colors pop without looking cartoonish. HDR10 support is there, though at 60Hz this isn't a gaming panel by any stretch. The 60Hz refresh rate puts performance in the 21st percentile, and one owner mentioned screen tearing in games. That's expected at this refresh rate, but worth knowing if you plan to game on it. The built-in speakers are surprisingly decent for a monitor, and the USB-C port with 65W power delivery means a single cable can handle video, data, and laptop charging. The stand is sturdy and the whole thing looks sharp in white.

Against the ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG and MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED, this LG gets absolutely smoked on gaming performance. Those are high-refresh OLED panels built for speed, while the LG is a 60Hz IPS panel with smart TV ambitions. The Dell UltraSharp U4025QW is a more natural competitor for productivity, and it offers better color accuracy and a more monitor-like experience, though at a higher price. The Samsung Odyssey G60SD sits somewhere in between, with better gaming chops but less screen real estate. If you want a big 4K panel for work and occasional streaming, the LG's 37 inches of IPS goodness is compelling. If you want to game, look elsewhere.

At $556 USD, this is a tough sell as a pure monitor. You're paying for the smart TV features, but if you just want a big 4K display for your PC, there are cheaper options that don't make you fight the OS. The panel quality is genuinely excellent, and if you'll actually use the streaming apps and remote PC features, the value proposition improves. But the recurring power cord defect reported by a verified buyer is a red flag, and the laggy smart menu doesn't inspire confidence. For the price, you're getting a great screen wrapped in a frustrating package.

The LG 37U730SA is a 37-inch 4K IPS panel that wants to be your monitor, your TV, and your streaming hub all at once. On paper it nails the basics: a huge screen, 90% DCI-P3 color, USB-C with 65W power delivery, and a stand that actually lets you adjust height, tilt, and swivel. The display itself sits in the 96th percentile in our database, which means the panel quality is genuinely top-tier for this category.

But here's the catch. This thing runs webOS, LG's smart TV operating system, and it acts like it. Owners consistently report having to wrestle with menus and a remote just to switch to PC input. That's a real problem for something marketed as a computer monitor. The user sentiment score lands in the 7th percentile, which is one of the worst we've seen. Beautiful screen, frustrating experience.

Skip this if you're a PC-first user who wants a plug-and-play monitor. The webOS layer adds friction to basic tasks like switching inputs, and the 60Hz refresh rate will frustrate gamers. If you need a high-refresh display for competitive gaming, the ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG or MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED are far better choices. And if you just want a big 4K screen for work without the smart TV nonsense, a standard IPS monitor will save you money and headaches.

This is a monitor for someone who wants a small TV on their desk and occasionally plugs in a laptop. The 37-inch 4K IPS panel is gorgeous, the stand is solid, and the built-in streaming apps are genuinely useful if you don't have a separate TV nearby. But if you're a PC-first user who wants to plug in and go, the webOS layer will drive you nuts. The remote requirement for input switching is a dealbreaker for many, and the 60Hz refresh rate limits gaming. Buy it for the screen, not the smart features.