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LG - UltraGear evo 45" 5K2K OLED 165Hz 0.03ms G-SYNC FreeSync Premium Pro Gaming Monitor with DisplayHDR400 TRUE - Black
Average customer rating
4.2
(50 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 50 reviews
5 Stars
34
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
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1 Star
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Customer Reviews for LG - UltraGear evo 45" 5K2K OLED 165Hz 0.03ms G-SYNC FreeSync Premium Pro Gaming Monitor with DisplayHDR400 TRUE - Black
Customer Rating
5
Excellent for work and gaming
on April 29, 2025
Posted by: AdamGaming
It's the endgame monitor I've been hoping for.
I've had zero issues getting it to work with my 2019 Macbook Pro, which was a surprise given the lack of 5K2K displays in 2019. Text clarity on the MBP is perfectly crisp. While I wasn't able to get it to work with the dock I had had, the included USB-C displayport cable works perfectly. I like having all of this space to arrange my windows for my software engineering job.
On my 2020 Windows PC equipped with an RTX 3090, I've had almost no issues. While text clarity on my Windows PC isn't as good as my Macbook Pro, but I assume that that's just down to Windows and not the display.
Gaming is excellent. My favorite game at the moment is Battlefield 5, and I'm able to more easily see soldiers on the ground while flying thanks to the high resolution and pixel density. HDR looks pretty good, though I've yet to play a game with HDR that really pops.
I'm a huge fan of the curve. While photos of the display look silly, in reality, when sitting in front of the display, the sides of the display are just as close as the center to the eye. The impression is like being in an IMAX theater, which also has a curved screen. In my opinion, the wrap-around is more immersive than a flat screen.
I had previously tried the 4K gaming displays that came out last year, and was just a little disappointed, finding them to be only a modest step forward from what I was using before. This, however, is a huge leap forward and I'm extremely satisfied. The only thing holding me back is my older PC- a problem which I'm going to change soon! It's challenging for me to imagine how displays can meaningfully improve from this point - this feels like it could be the last monitor I'll ever buy.
Response from lg.comBy Joslyn, LG Digital Care Team, May 3, 2025
Now that’s what we love to hear — the endgame monitor, unlocked! 🎮💻 Huge thanks for your detailed review — we’re thrilled to hear how well the display is supporting both your work as a software engineer and your Battlefield 5 sessions. Crisp clarity, immersive curve, and all that screen real estate? Sounds like a winning combo to us! We’re also glad to hear the USB-C DisplayPort cable did the trick and that you're enjoying the IMAX-like experience. It’s feedback like this that keeps us inspired to push the limits of what a monitor can be. If you ever want to share your setup or drop more insights, we’d love to hear from you over on social @LGUSSupport. Thanks again — and happy coding and gaming! ^Joslyn
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Customer Rating
1
A MASSIVE dissapointment. Quite the DUD
on April 29, 2025
Posted by: Rockstar345
from chicago, IL
I am so dissapointed in this monitor. I have a loaded PC that can run anything. First of all, the color out of the box was not calibrated great. When I finally got that done, I was really dissapointed with the refresh rate flicker. I did all the tricks and checked every troubleshooting topic. As I type this thing fliickers once about every 10 seconds. My Asus 5090 is fine, my board is fine, everything is updated. I am RUNNING to the store tomorrow to return this monitor. Why didn't you wait LG until you could do 240 hz on a DP 2.1 UBHR 20? Where is the QD Led screen. SOOOO MANY THINGS have gone wrong in less than 3 days. Going with the MSI MPG322URX, while I'm going down in size I know that i won't have to worry and the display will be worth just as much as the GPU running it, which this is not. I own all LG Oled tv's and I thought this woudl be better.
Pros: Quality, Features/Settings, Performance
Quality
1
Features
1
Value
1
Response from lg.comBy LG Digital Care Team, May 1, 2025
Hey there! We appreciate you sharing your experience with us about your LG UltraGear Monitor. Our goal is always to ensure you have the best gaming experience whenever you use your monitor, and your feedback helps us to improve. We'll be sure to share your words with our teams so we can work towards making that a reality. Our doors are always open for you if you ever need help with your LG TVs on social media at @LGUSSupport. We're here for you! *Josh
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Customer Rating
2
Poor HDR Brightness…
on April 27, 2025
Posted by: Anon77
This monitor is being intentionally held back in maximum brightness in HDR during the 10% APL highlights. The Windows HDR calibration tool clips/maxes out at ~600 nits instead of around 800 nits. PG32UCDP monitor is able to achieve 800 nits in the 10% APL. In addition, vignetting is turned on by default and should not be on at all. This monitor needs a firmware, asap, to address low HDR brightness and to permanently disable CPC/vignetting.
Quality
1
Features
1
Value
1
Response from lg.comBy LG Digital Care Team - Diego, April 27, 2025
Hey there. It sounds like you've got some very specifics about the HDR performance your monitor. We understand you're looking for a firmware update to address these points. We want to make sure your feedback gets to the right team. Could you please send us a private message on social media @LGUSSupport with the model number of your monitor and any specific firmware version you are currently running? We look forward to connecting and learning more about your experience. ^ Diego
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Customer Rating
5
Truly end-game panel
on April 22, 2025
Posted by: beebo278914
from Reno, NV
This is the best monitor I have ever used. In a desktop setting, everything is crisp and clear. I have a fairly deep desk so I don't have to crane my neck. I use HDMI 2.1, which works for me. Not sure why people even bother to use DP 2.1 when HDMI 2.1 works perfectly well for this style of display.
In games, holy crap. This thing rules. Playing games at 5k 165hz is an incredible experience. Add the HDR to it and it's even better. Baldur's Gate 3 never looked so good. I can't really tell the difference between 165 and 330 in games like rocket league, so I don't really bother with the dual mode, although that might be a selling point for some. The only criticism I've seen of the dual mode is that it does not perfectly scale, which it should be able to; going from 5120x2160 to 2560x1080 should mean that the pixels scale perfectly, but there is some fringing. See Optimum's review on youtube for more details.
Pros: Quality, Performance
Quality
5
Features
5
Value
4
Response from lg.comBy LG Digital Care Team, May 6, 2025
The best LG monitor for the best games! Nothing beats playing a great game like Baldur's Gate 3 like enjoying the lush wilderness of Act I, or even admiring the darker themes in Act II. We know that immersion is next level, and it makes you feel like you're actually in Faerun! We also appreciate you sharing your feedback with us about the dual-mode feature, and we'd be happy to offer this link (https://tinyurl.com/234h56zn), which may improve its picture quality, even if by a little. We'd love to hear what else you've been enjoying about your monitor on social media at @LGUSSupport. Looking forward to hearing from you! ❤*Josh
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Customer Rating
1
not worth
on April 20, 2025
Posted by: Vitalii_Korets
from Westfield, MA
DisplayPort 2.1 in HDR does not work !!! Support says you need to configure something in the settings. Are you serious ??? For this money, everything should work for me without any headache!
Quality
1
Features
1
Value
1
Response from lg.comBy LG Digital, April 22, 2025
Thanks for leaving us a review Vitalii_Korets! Getting your monitor configured properly ensures the best performance for entertainment, work, or home use, and we’re happy to provide guidance! First, check that your DisplayPort version is set to 1.2 by navigating to the Monitor Settings Menu. If you’re using Windows, enable HDR in your Display Settings, and make sure your graphics card is HDR-compatible and properly configured. Updating your graphics drivers can also help prevent potential issues. Lastly, restart your monitor after making these adjustments to ensure everything is applied. If you need further assistance, send us a DM through social media @LGUSSupport with your contact details, and we’d be happy to take a closer look! 💙 ^Anthony
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Customer Rating
5
Beautiful Monitor
on April 19, 2025
Posted by: Blacksad999
Fantastic monitor that checks all of the boxes.
Great image quality, high refresh rate, multiple resolution options and features, 1300 nit peak HDR, large format, and amazing PPI.
Incredibly immersive for gaming, and the built in split screen and multi input options are great for productivity.
My only concern was the 800r curvature, but when you're sat in front of the monitor, it just wraps around your field of vision and the curve isn't noticeable.
Highly recommended. Best monitor on the market currently as of Q1 2025 hands down.
Great image quality, high refresh rate, multiple resolution options and features, 1300 nit peak HDR, large format, and amazing PPI.
Incredibly immersive for gaming, and the built in split screen and multi input options are great for productivity.
My only concern was the 800r curvature, but when you're sat in front of the monitor, it just wraps around your field of vision and the curve isn't noticeable.
Highly recommended. Best monitor on the market currently as of Q1 2025 hands down.
Pros: Quality, Features/Settings, Performance
Quality
5
Features
5
Value
4
Response from lg.comBy Joslyn, LG Digital Care Team, April 22, 2025
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re beyond excited to hear that your LG monitor is ticking all the boxes—from stunning image quality and refresh rate to productivity-boosting features like split screen and multi-input. We know 800R curvature can sound a bit intense on paper, so it’s awesome to hear it melts away when you're in the zone, delivering that ultra-immersive feel—especially for gaming! Thanks for sharing your experience, and if you ever want to show off your setup or have questions, we’re just a message away @LGUSSupport. Cheers to gaming on and staying productive! ^Joslyn
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Customer Rating
4
Incredibly immersive monitor
on April 19, 2025
Posted by: Frankie25
from Houston, Tx.
Incredibly immersive monitor. The 800r curve is incredible as it wraps arounds your field of view. Definitely an improvement over the G9 oled I had. My only complain it's the matte coating it's definitely not as good as a glossy one, and it's a bit blurry in light colors (looking at the sky in games).
Other than that it's an amazing monitor, I just wish it was glossy.
Pros: Quality, Style/Design, Features/Settings, Performance
Quality
4
Features
5
Value
4
Response from lg.comBy Joslyn, LG Digital Care Team, April 22, 2025
Thanks for the awesome review, Frankie! We’re thrilled to hear you're loving the immersive experience of the 800R curve—it's designed to pull you right into the action, and it’s great to hear it's a standout upgrade for you. We'll be sure to pass along these insights to our team so we can continue to innovate and improve future models. If you ever want to share more about your setup or gaming experience, we’d love to hear from you @LGUSSupport. Cheers! ^Joslyn
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Customer Rating
5
Would 100% buy this again
on April 17, 2025
Posted by: Squirtle707
from California
Love this thing. Replace two monitors with this and will never look back.
Pros: Quality
Quality
5
Features
5
Value
4
Response from lg.comBy LG Digital Care Team, April 21, 2025
Hi there. Thank you for sharing your love for the LG monitor! 🎉 It's awesome to hear you've swapped out two monitors for this beauty and never looked back. For more feedback or questions, private message us on social media @LGUSSupport . Enjoy your screen time with your new LG monitor! 🖥️✨ ^David
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