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LG 27GN950-B Monitor Review

Name: LG 27GN950-B Monitor
Brand: LG

By

Debanjan Chowdhury

5/8/2023 1:54 PM

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79

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The LG 27GN950-B is a fantastic 4K IPS monitor that has a low input lag, a low response time, and HDR support. But watch out for its poor native contrast ratio and terrible black levels.

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Product Snapshot

Overview

The LG 27GN950-B is a high-end model released in December 2020. Unlike the older LG 27GL850, it features a 4K IPS display that promises to deliver better viewing angles and response time than VA monitors. In addition, LG assures seamless tear-free gaming with this monitor, as it supports all of the VRR methods like adaptive sync, NVIDIA G Sync, and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro. So, it is really well-positioned for PC gamers looking for a 4K monitor with an unrestricted budget. To learn more about reviewers’ opinions, continue reading our LG 27GN950-B review below. And if you need something even more high-end, take a look at our list of the top-ranked computer monitors currently available in the market.

Consensus

our Verdict

The LG 27GN950-B is a great 4K monitor for those looking for a high-end experience. It offers wide viewing angles, a low response time, low input lag, and HDR playback. Just be aware that it has a poor native contrast ratio and terrible black levels.

Reason to Buy

Native 4K UHD resolution
Expansive viewing angles
Extremely low response time
Low input lag
It is an AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G Sync compatible monitor
High Dynamic Range playback
Decent peak brightness for HDR
144 Hz native refresh rate (Overclockable up to 160 Hz)
Features a wide color gamut

Reason to Avoid

Poor native contrast ratio
Terrible black levels
Local dimming performs poorly
Lackluster display uniformity
Severe backlight bleed, clouding, and glows
Poor reflection diffusion due to the semi-gloss finish
The monitor takes up a lot of space
No HDMI 2.1 port

LG 27GN950-B Monitor Specs

	HDMI Inputs	2
	HDR Format	HDR10, HDR600
	Max Resolution	3840 x 2160 (4k)
	Panel Type	IPS
	Refresh Rate	144 Hz
	Response Time	1 ms
	Screen size	27"
	Sync Technology	AMD FreeSync, G-Sync

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Test Results

Brightness (nits)	485.92
Contrast Ratio (as ratio, x:1)	1,015.675
Color Gamut/Accuracy % (DCI P3 uv)	95.85
Color Gamut/Accuracy % (DCI P3 xy)	135
Color Gamut % (Adobe RGB Coverage xy)	88.15
Color Gamut % (sRGB Coverage xy)	111
Color Gamut % (Rec. 2020 Coverage xy)	69.4
Color Gamut % (Rec. 709 Coverage xy)	0
Input Lag (ms)	12.7667
Response Time (ms)	4.2
Reflections % (Total Reflections)	8.9
Horizontal Viewing Angle (Washout Left)	37
Horizontal Viewing Angle (Washout Right)	36
Vertical Viewing Angle (Washout Above)	34
Vertical Viewing Angle (Washout Below)	38

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Expert Score

79

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85

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103.4
Category Trust Score
78
The LG 27GN950-B is impressive for gaming. It has a high 160Hz refresh rate and… read more
By:
Thomas Hervieu
92.08
Category Trust Score
90
One of the fastest 4K monitors at 144 Hz, the LG 27GN950-B delivers accurate color… read more
By:
Niels Broekhuijsen
81.08
Category Trust Score
80
The LG 27GN950 is a 4K gaming monitor worthy of the next generation of PC… read more
By:
Christian Eberle
10.93
Category Trust Score
87
The LG 27GN950 is the best 4K IPS monitor under $1000 if you need a… read more
By:
Rob Shafer