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LG 27GS95QE-B Monitor Review

Tested using Methodology v2.0
Review updated Apr 24, 2024 at 12:42 pm
Latest change: Writing modified Aug 16, 2024 at 02:43 pm
LG 27GS95QE-B Picture
9.0
PC Gaming
9.0
Console Gaming
7.5
Office
8.8
Editing
7.1
Brightness
9.9
Response Time
8.8
HDR Picture
9.9
SDR Picture
9.0
Color Accuracy

The LG 27GS95QE-B is a 27-inch, 1440p gaming monitor with an OLED screen and is an update to the LG 27GR95QE-B that's advertised to have higher brightness. Part of the LG UltraGear lineup alongside the ultrawide LG 34GS95QE-B, it has a 240Hz refresh rate, and thanks to its DisplayPort 1.4 port and HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, you can reach its maximum refresh rate with any type of connection. It also supports all common VRR types, including FreeSync and G-SYNC compatibility, to reduce screen tearing. Beyond its gaming performance, it also offers a remote to control the monitor from a distance, as well as a headphone output with DTS Headphone:X support for 3D sound and an optical audio output.

Our Verdict

9.0 PC Gaming

The LG 27GS95QE-B is incredible for PC gaming. It offers a high 240Hz refresh rate with support for all common VRR types to reduce screen tearing. It also has low input lag for a responsive feel, and motion looks incredible thanks to its near-instantaneous response time. Additionally, it's a fantastic choice for dark room gaming as it displays perfect blacks without any blooming. Unfortunately, there's noticeable VRR flicker with changing frame rates, which can get distracting in dark scenes.

Pros
  • Near-infinite contrast ratio.
  • 240Hz refresh rate with VRR support.
  • Exceptionally fast response time.
  • Low input lag.
Cons
  • Noticeable VRR flicker with changing frame rates.
9.0 Console Gaming

The LG 27GS95QE-B is incredible for console gaming. It has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, so it supports any signal from the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, including downscaled 4k @ 120Hz signals, but it's still limited to a 1440p resolution. Gaming feels responsive thanks to its low input lag at any refresh rate, and it has outstanding motion handling. Luckily, your games also look realistic thanks to its excellent HDR picture quality with its deep blacks.

Pros
  • Near-infinite contrast ratio.
  • HDMI 2.1 bandwidth for console gaming.
  • Exceptionally fast response time.
  • Low input lag.
Cons
  • Limited to 1440p resolution.
7.5 Office

The LG 27GS95QE-B is good for office use in certain circumstances. It has wide viewing angles and good ergonomics that make it easy to share the screen with a coworker or client, as they'll see a consistent image from the sides. It has fantastic reflection handling and overcomes glare in most environments, but not extremely bright ones. Unfortunately, it has worse text clarity than other 27-inch, 1440p monitors and its OLED panel is prone to burn-in with exposure to static elements over a long period.

Pros
  • 27-inch screen.
  • Wide viewing angles.
  • Good ergonomics.
  • Fantastic reflection handling.
Cons
  • Some text clarity issues due to RWBG layout.
  • Risk of burn-in.
  • Can't fight really intense glare.
8.8 Editing

The LG 27GS95QE-B is excellent for content creators in certain circumstances. The 27-inch screen is big enough to open two windows next to each other. It also has wide viewing angles and good ergonomics if you often need to share your screen with coworkers or clients. Additionally, it has fantastic accuracy before calibration in the sRGB mode. On the downside, text clarity is just okay, as there's color fringing around text, and it's also prone to burn-in, which could be problematic with static elements.

Pros
  • Wide viewing angles.
  • Good ergonomics.
  • Fantastic reflection handling.
  • Near-infinite contrast ratio.
  • Fantastic accuracy in sRGB mode.
Cons
  • Some text clarity issues due to RWBG layout.
  • Risk of burn-in.
  • sRGB mode locks some settings.
7.1 Brightness

The LG 27GS95QE-B has decent brightness. It's bright enough to fight glare in most rooms unless there are really bright light sources facing the screen. It also gets bright enough in HDR for small highlights to pop, but larger highlights are dimmer.

Pros
  • Bright enough for most rooms.
Cons
  • Can't fight really intense glare.
9.9 Response Time

The LG 27GS95QE-B has a near-instantaneous response time, leading to exceptionally crisp motion.

Pros
  • Exceptionally fast response time.
  • Outstanding refresh rate compliance.
Cons
8.8 HDR Picture

The LG 27GS95QE-B is remarkable for HDR. It displays deep blacks in dark rooms, and there isn't any blooming around bright objects either. It also displays a wide range of colors in HDR, but not all colors are bright and vivid.

Pros
  • Near-infinite contrast ratio.
  • No blooming around bright objects.
Cons
  • Not all colors are bright and vivid in HDR.
9.9 SDR Picture

The LG 27GS95QE-B has exceptional picture quality in SDR. It displays deep and inky blacks without any blooming, and it also displays a wide range of colors.

Pros
  • Near-infinite contrast ratio.
  • No blooming around bright objects.
Cons
9.0 Color Accuracy

The LG 27GS95QE-B has fantastic accuracy. It has a dedicated sRGB mode with incredible accuracy, but because it locks many picture settings, you may still want to calibrate it for the most customization.

Pros
  • Fantastic accuracy in sRGB mode.
Cons
  • sRGB mode locks some settings.
  • 9.0 PC Gaming
  • 9.0 Console Gaming
  • 7.5 Office
  • 8.8 Editing

Performance Usages

  • 7.1 Brightness
  • 9.9 Response Time
  • 8.8 HDR Picture
  • 9.9 SDR Picture
  • 9.0 Color Accuracy
  1. Updated Aug 16, 2024: Clarified that the LG comes with DTS Headphone:X.
  2. Updated Aug 02, 2024: Added that the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG has a glossy display.
  3. Updated Jul 24, 2024: Added that the Samsung Odyssey OLED G6/G60SD S27DG60 has a feature to reduce VRR Flicker.
  4. Updated May 13, 2024: Measured the HDR Brightness with the Peak Brightness setting on 'High,' which is brighter but less accurate than 'Low.'
  5. Updated May 06, 2024: Added in the Intro that the LG 34GS95QE-B is another monitor in LG's lineup.
  6. Updated Apr 26, 2024: Fixed the table for Xbox Series X|S Compatibility to reflect the fact that the Xbox doesn't support HDR in 1080p or 1440p.
  7. Updated Apr 24, 2024: Updated text throughout the review according to Test Bench 2.0, mainly in the Verdict and Motion sections.
  8. Updated Apr 23, 2024: Corrected a mistake with the values in VRR Motion Performance. They now match up with the included heatmaps.
  9. Updated Apr 19, 2024: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.0. This includes new tests for VRR Motion Performance, Refresh Rate Compliance, Cumulative Absolute Deviation (CAD), and VRR Flicker. You can read the full changelog here.
  10. Updated Apr 12, 2024: Added that the MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED has better HDR Color Volume.
  11. Updated Mar 26, 2024: Review published.
  12. Updated Mar 19, 2024: Early access published.
  13. Updated Mar 04, 2024: Our testers have started testing this product.
  14. Updated Feb 20, 2024: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
  15. Updated Feb 07, 2024: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

We tested the 27-inch LG 27GS95QE-B, which is the only size available for this monitor. The results are only valid for this model.

Model Size Resolution Panel Type Refresh Rate Firmware Version Tested
27GS95QE-B 27" 1440p OLED 240Hz 3.03, 2.02

 Our unit was manufactured in December 2023; you can see the label here.

Compared To Other Monitors

The LG 27GS95QE-B is a fantastic gaming monitor that combines a fast 240Hz refresh rate with the incredible picture quality of an OLED. It's a great choice if you want the best of both worlds regarding picture quality and a smooth gaming experience, and it's a significant upgrade over the brightness and motion handling of the LG 27GR95QE-B. However, it has some drawbacks, as other monitors with a QD-OLED panel have higher refresh rates and brighter colors. If that's important to you, consider the Dell Alienware AW2725DF, which has a 360Hz refresh rate and more vivid HDR colors.

See our recommendations for the best 240Hz monitors, the best 1440p gaming monitors, and the best 27-inch gaming monitors.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G6/G60SD S27DG60

The LG 27GS95QE-B and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G6/G60SD S27DG60 are both 27-inch OLED gaming monitors. The Samsung is the better choice for most people. It has an option that significantly reduces VRR flicker while gaming, a higher refresh rate for a more responsive feel while gaming, more vivid colors in HDR, and clearer text. However, the LG is a better choice if you plan to use your monitor for console gaming, as it has outstanding compatibility with both consoles.

ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG

The LG 27GS95QE-B and the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG are very similar 27-inch OLED gaming monitors. The ASUS is a better option if you prefer the vividness of a glossy screen. The ASUS is also a better choice if you find VRR flicker distracting, as it has a setting to reduce this, though it causes some stutter. However, the LG is better if you prefer a more consistent display in different lighting conditions with its matte screen. It's also a better choice if you plan to use the Xbox Series X|S with your monitor, as it's more compatible with that console.

LG 27GR95QE-B

The LG 27GR95QE-B and the LG 27GS95QE-B are extremely similar 27-inch OLED gaming monitors. Both have the same 240Hz refresh rate and gaming features like VRR support. However, the 27GS95QE-B has better performance, with substantially higher brightness in SDR and HDR. Additionally, it has better motion handling with less inverse ghosting, making the 27GS95QE-B the better choice.

MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED

The MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED and the LG 27GS95QE-B are premium 27-inch gaming monitors. If vivid HDR colors are important to you, then the MSI is the better choice, as it has far more vibrant HDR colors.

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM and the LG 27GS95QE-B are both 27-inch OLED gaming monitors. The LG is a better choice if you're gaming in a brighter room, as it gets brighter in SDR. However, the ASUS has advantages in a darker room, as it can reach higher HDR brightness in small parts of its screen and has more vibrant HDR colors.

Dell Alienware AW2725DF

The Dell Alienware AW2725DF and the LG 27GS95QE-B are both 27-inch OLED gaming monitors. If you're in a brighter environment, the LG is a better choice as it has better SDR and HDR brightness, so it's better at fighting glare, and deep blacks don't appear purple in a brighter room, unlike the Dell. However, the Dell has a higher refresh rate for a smoother feel and more vibrant HDR colors for a more immersive gaming experience.

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP and the LG 27GS95QE-B are 1440p OLED gaming monitors. The main difference between the two is that the ASUS has a higher refresh rate, so it's the better choice if you need something for competitive gaming. The ASUS is also the better choice if you plan on using your monitor in a well-lit room, as it gets brighter. That said, the LG is the better choice for playing games at 60Hz due to its lower input lag.

LG 34GS95QE-B

The LG 34GS95QE-B is a larger alternative to the LG 27GS95QE-B. They each have an OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate and many of the same features, so choosing one over another really comes down to whether you want an ultrawide screen or not. The larger screen on the 34GS95QE-B is useful for multitasking, and it even has Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes. However, because the 34GS95QE-B has such an aggressive curve, you may prefer the 27GS95QE-B if you want something with a flat screen.

Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx

The LG 27GS95QE-B and the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx are both 27-inch gaming monitors. The Acer is more versatile and works extremely well as both a gaming and productivity monitor. It has a higher resolution with greater text clarity, a USB-C input with 90W of power delivery, and it has no risk of burn-in during productivity use, unlike the LG. The Acer is also much brighter and performs better in very bright environments. However, the LG is a better choice if you're spending most of your time gaming, as fast-moving objects are crisper and sharper, and it has a higher refresh rate for a smoother gaming experience. Additionally, because it's an OLED, it has near-perfect contrast, so it displays inky blacks next to bright highlights in dark rooms.

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Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
Design
Style
Curved
No
Curve Radius
Not Curved

The LG 27GS95QE has a gamer-oriented aesthetic with a stylish design. It features some RGB lighting along the vents.

8.5
Design
Build Quality

The build quality is excellent. It's well-put together without any obvious issues, and the materials feel premium. It has a metal stand, and everything else is solid plastic, as it doesn't flex much. The stand is also sturdy, and there's minimal wobble.

7.7
Design
Ergonomics
Min Height To Top Of Panel
18.3" (46.5 cm)
Height Adjustment
4.3" (11.0 cm)
Tilt Range
-15° to 5°
Rotate Portrait/Landscape
Yes, Counter Clockwise
Swivel Range
-10° to 10°
Wall Mount
VESA 100x100

The LG 27GS95QE has good ergonomics. You can adjust it in any way, but the swivel range is limited, and you can only rotate it into portrait mode counterclockwise, meaning the inputs will always be on the right side of the stand. Luckily, there's a clip on the stand for cable management to keep your setup clean.

Design
Stand
Base Width
21.0" (53.4 cm)
Base Depth
11.8" (30.0 cm)
Thickness (With Display)
8.9" (22.6 cm)
Weight (With Display)
16.8 lbs (7.6 kg)

The monitor's stand is solid, as there's minimal wobble, but it's big and takes up space. However, the V-shaped feet allow you to still place stuff like your keyboard and mouse between them.

Design
Display
Size
27"
Housing Width
23.8" (60.5 cm)
Housing Height
14.1" (35.8 cm)
Thickness (Without Stand)
1.9" (4.7 cm)
Weight (Without Stand)
11.9 lbs (5.4 kg)
Borders Size (Bezels)
0.4" (1.0 cm)
Design
Controls

The monitor has a remote to control the on-screen display, which is easier to use than traditional joysticks or buttons on monitors. There's a power button underneath the center of the monitor that also features RGB lighting next to it.

Design
In The Box
Power Supply
External Brick

  • DisplayPort cable
  • HDMI cable
  • Power supply and cable
  • USB-B to USB-A cable
  • Remote control
  • User documentation, including:
    • Quality assurance report
    • Quick start guides
    • Warranty
    • Product registration

Picture Quality
10
Picture Quality
Contrast
Native Contrast
Inf : 1
Contrast With Local Dimming
Inf : 1

The LG 27GS95QE has a near-infinite contrast ratio thanks to its OLED panel. That means it displays deep blacks next to bright highlights for a remarkable dark room experience.

10
Picture Quality
Local Dimming
Local Dimming
No
Backlight
No Backlight

OLED panels like this one don't have a backlight, so they don't require a local dimming feature. However, with a near-infinite contrast ratio, there isn't any blooming around bright objects, and it's the equivalent of a perfect local dimming feature. We still film these videos on the monitor so you can see how the screen performs and compare it with a monitor that has local dimming.

7.3
Picture Quality
SDR Brightness
Real Scene
271 cd/m²
Peak 2% Window
335 cd/m²
Peak 10% Window
338 cd/m²
Peak 25% Window
340 cd/m²
Peak 50% Window
317 cd/m²
Peak 100% Window
261 cd/m²
Sustained 2% Window
332 cd/m²
Sustained 10% Window
334 cd/m²
Sustained 25% Window
338 cd/m²
Sustained 50% Window
314 cd/m²
Sustained 100% Window
260 cd/m²
Automatic Brightness Limiting (ABL)
0.017
Minimum Brightness
18 cd/m²

The LG 27GS95QE has decent SDR brightness and gets bright enough to fight glare unless bright light sources are shining on it. These results are from after calibration in the 'sRGB' Picture Mode with the Brightness at its max, Peak Brightness at 'Low,' and Smart Energy Saving 'Off.' However, the lowest minimum brightness measurement is with Peak Brightness 'Off,' as it's 23 cd/m² when Peak Brightness is set to 'Low.'

The monitor has an automatic brightness limiter (ABL) that decreases brightness as more of the screen displays bright content. While the ABL makes the monitor brighter in most scenarios, it can cause fixed elements on your screen, like the white background in a Word document, to vary in brightness if content elsewhere on your screen changes. If you prefer a lower but more consistent screen brightness, you can turn Peak Brightness 'Off.' However, if you do this, the real scene brightness drops considerably to 199 cd/m². You can see the results with Peak Brightness turned 'Off' below:

  • Peak 2% Window: 258 cd/m²
  • Peak 10% Window: 258 cd/m²
  • Peak 25% Window: 259 cd/m²
  • Peak 50% Window: 259 cd/m²
  • Peak 100% Window: 260 cd/m²
  • Sustained 2% Window: 257 cd/m²
  • Sustained 10% Window: 256 cd/m²
  • Sustained 25% Window: 257 cd/m²
  • Sustained 50% Window: 258 cd/m²
  • Sustained 100% Window: 259 cd/m²

6.9
Picture Quality
HDR Brightness
VESA DisplayHDR Certification
DisplayHDR TRUE BLACK 400
Real Scene
439 cd/m²
Peak 2% Window
620 cd/m²
Peak 10% Window
620 cd/m²
Peak 25% Window
449 cd/m²
Peak 50% Window
324 cd/m²
Peak 100% Window
265 cd/m²
Sustained 2% Window
610 cd/m²
Sustained 10% Window
610 cd/m²
Sustained 25% Window
446 cd/m²
Sustained 50% Window
323 cd/m²
Sustained 100% Window
264 cd/m²
Automatic Brightness Limiting (ABL)
0.055

The HDR brightness is okay. It gets brightest with small highlights, and they stand out against the rest of the screen. The EOTF also follows the target PQ curve well, though it has an early roll-off, so highlights don't get the brightest they could. These results are from the 'Gamer 1' Picture Mode, with the Brightness at its max, Peak Brightness at 'Low,' and Smart Energy Saving turned 'Off.'

The monitor has an automatic brightness limiter (ABL), meaning the screen decreases in brightness with larger content. If you prefer consistent brightness across different content, you can turn Peak Brightness 'Off,' but that makes the screen dimmer, which you can see with the results below. You can also see the results with Peak Brightness set to 'High,' which gets much brighter but has a more aggressive ABL and a less accurate image.

Window SizeOffHigh
Real Scene224 cd/m²430 cd/m²
Peak 2%262 cd/m²1,267 cd/m²
Peak 10%260 cd/m²782 cd/m²
Peak 25%262 cd/m²446 cd/m²
Peak 50%263 cd/m²324 cd/m²
Peak 100%264 cd/m²263 cd/m²
Sustained 2%261 cd/m²1,157 cd/m²
Sustained 10%259 cd/m²766 cd/m²
Sustained 25%260 cd/m²445 cd/m²
Sustained 50%261 cd/m²322 cd/m²
Sustained 100%262 cd/m²263 cd/m²
ABL0.0010.087
EOTFChartChart

10
Picture Quality
Horizontal Viewing Angle
Color Washout From Left
70°
Color Washout From Right
70°
Color Shift From Left
70°
Color Shift From Right
70°
Brightness Loss From Left
70°
Brightness Loss From Right
70°
Black Level Raise From Left
70°
Black Level Raise From Right
70°
Gamma Shift From Left
70°
Gamma Shift From Right
70°

The horizontal viewing angle is remarkable. The image remains the same no matter where you view the screen from, which is great for co-op gaming.

10
Picture Quality
Vertical Viewing Angle
Color Washout From Below
70°
Color Washout From Above
70°
Color Shift From Below
70°
Color Shift From Above
70°
Brightness Loss From Below
70°
Brightness Loss From Above
70°
Black Level Raise From Below
70°
Black Level Raise From Above
70°
Gamma Shift From Below
70°
Gamma Shift From Above
70°

The vertical viewing angle is once again incredible. While colors start to shift earlier from below than from on top, you won't notice any difference, and the image remains consistent when looking down on it or if you have it mounted above eye level.

8.7
Picture Quality
Gray Uniformity
50% Std. Dev.
1.826%
50% DSE
0.116%

The gray uniformity is excellent. The monitor only darkens slightly toward the edges of the monitor, and there's very little dirty screen effect in the center.

10
Picture Quality
Black Uniformity
Native Std. Dev.
0.168%
Std. Dev. w/ L.D.
N/A

Thanks to its OLED panel, the monitor has perfect black uniformity without any blooming around bright objects.

9.0
Picture Quality
Color Accuracy (Pre-Calibration)
Picture Mode
sRGB
sRGB Gamut Area xy
99.1%
White Balance dE (Avg.)
1.79
Color Temperature (Avg.)
6,419 K
Gamma (Avg.)
2.16
Color dE (Avg.)
2.22
Contrast Setting
70
RGB Settings
50-50-50
Gamma Setting
Default
Brightness Setting
90
Measured Brightness
125 cd/m²
Brightness Locked
No

The accuracy before calibration is incredible. The sRGB mode locks the colors well to the sRGB color space, and there are minimal inaccuracies with colors and the white balance. The color temperature is also very close to the 6500K target. However, gamma doesn't follow the sRGB curve in some places, as darker scenes are too dark, and brighter scenes are brighter than they should be. Unfortunately, using this accurate sRGB mode locks some picture settings, including Black Stabilizer and Gamma. If you want to adjust these settings, you can use the 'Gamer 1' Game Mode, though it's less accurate, with oversaturated colors and a brighter gamma.

8.8
Picture Quality
Color Accuracy (Post-Calibration)
Picture Mode
sRGB
sRGB Gamut Area xy
100.1%
White Balance dE (Avg.)
2.53
Color Temperature (Avg.)
6,055 K
Gamma (Avg.)
2.19
Color dE (Avg.)
2.23
Contrast Setting
70
RGB Settings
49-49-47
Gamma Setting
Default
Brightness Setting
57
Measured Brightness
99 cd/m²
ICC Profile
Download

The accuracy after calibration is excellent.

We couldn't fully calibrate this monitor, as the calibration software would crash when configuring the monitor in the 'Gamer 1' Game Mode, and the monitor would likely score better if this hadn't occurred. We calibrated it in the sRGB mode instead, though some picture settings are locked in this mode. As a result, we couldn't correct the white balance, so it's not as good as before calibration. Because of this, it's possible you can achieve even better accuracy if you don't experience this calibration issue.

9.3
Picture Quality
SDR Color Gamut
sRGB Coverage xy
98.0%
sRGB Picture Mode
sRGB
Adobe RGB Coverage xy
86.9%
Adobe RGB Picture Mode
Gamer 1

The SDR color gamut is fantastic. It has wide coverage of the sRGB and Adobe RGB color spaces, but not all colors are accurate in Adobe RGB.

9.2
Picture Quality
HDR Color Gamut
Wide Color Gamut
Yes
DCI-P3 Coverage xy
97.4%
DCI-P3 Picture Mode
Gamer 1
Rec. 2020 Coverage xy
70.6%
Rec. 2020 Picture Mode
Gamer 1

The HDR color gamut is remarkable. It has incredible coverage of the commonly-used DCI-P3 color space, but it's more limited with the wider Rec. 2020 color space.

7.8
Picture Quality
HDR Color Volume
1,000 cd/m² DCI-P3 Coverage ICtCp
68.6%
DCI-P3 Picture Mode
Gamer 1
10,000 cd/m² Rec. 2020 Coverage ICtCp
33.0%
Rec. 2020 Picture Mode
Gamer 1

The HDR color volume is good. It displays dark colors well, thanks to its near-infinite contrast ratio, but it struggles more with bright and vivid colors. If you want a monitor with more vivid colors, check out the MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED.

6.5
Picture Quality
Text Clarity
Pixel Type
OLED
Subpixel Layout
RWBG

The LG 27GS95QE has okay text clarity, but it's worse than other 27-inch, 1440p monitors. This is because of its RWBG subpixel layout, as computer programs don't render text properly with this layout. This results in some color fringing around text if ClearType is enabled. While it isn't the worst case of color fringing, it can be distracting if you're sitting close and notice text clarity issues easily.

Enabling Windows ClearType (top photo) can help improve the text clarity, but it can introduce color fringing. This means you must choose between sharper text with color fringing or worse text clarity without the fringing. These photos are with Windows 10, and you can see what it looks like in Windows 11 with ClearType on here, and with ClearType off here.

9.1
Picture Quality
Reflections
Screen Finish
Matte
Total Reflections
1.9%
Indirect Reflections
1.0%
Calculated Direct Reflections
0.9%

The reflection handling is fantastic. Its matte coating does a good job of reducing strong reflections, but it can still be difficult to see if direct sunlight is shining on it. If you prefer a monitor with a glossy display, check out the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG.

9.6
Picture Quality
Gradient
Color Depth
10 Bit

The LG 27GS95QE has incredible gradient handling, and besides some banding with darker shades, you won't have any issues.

Motion
8.0
Motion
Refresh Rate
Native Refresh Rate
240 Hz
Max Refresh Rate
240 Hz
Max Refresh Rate Over DP
240 Hz
Max Refresh Rate Over HDMI
240 Hz
Max Refresh Rate Over DP @ 10-bit
240 Hz
Max Refresh Rate Over HDMI @ 10-Bit
240 Hz

You can reach the monitor's max refresh rate over any connection, but your graphics card needs to support Display Stream Compression (DSC) for 10-bit signals over DisplayPort.

Motion
Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)
Variable Refresh Rate
Yes
FreeSync
Yes
G-SYNC
Compatible (NVIDIA Certified)
VRR Maximum
240 Hz
VRR Minimum
< 20 Hz
VRR Supported Connectors
DisplayPort, HDMI

NVIDIAVRR MinVRR Max
DisplayPort<20Hz240Hz
HDMI<20Hz240Hz

AMDVRR MinVRR Max
DisplayPort<20Hz240Hz
HDMI<20Hz240Hz

On top of supporting FreeSync VRR and G-SYNC compatibility, this monitor also supports HDMI Forum VRR.

9.9
Motion
VRR Motion Performance
Recommended VRR OD Setting
No OD Mode
Variable Overdrive Advertised
No
Avg. CAD
11
Best CAD
11
Worst CAD
11

Refresh RateCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
238HeatmapChartPhoto
165HeatmapChartPhoto
144HeatmapChartPhoto
120HeatmapChartPhoto
100HeatmapChartPhoto
80HeatmapChartPhoto
60HeatmapChartPhoto

The LG 27GS95QE-B has outstanding motion handling across its entire refresh rate range with VRR enabled. CAD remains low throughout and there's minimal blur with fast-moving objects.

9.7
Motion
Refresh Rate Compliance
Compliance @ Max Hz
93%
Compliance @ 120 FPS
95%
Compliance @ 60 FPS
96%

The refresh rate compliance is outstanding. As it has a near-instantaneous response time, it makes full color transitions before drawing the next frame.

9.9
Motion
CAD @ Max Refresh Rate
OD Transition Max Refresh Rate
Recommended Overdrive Setting
No OD Mode
Avg. CAD
11
Best 10% CAD
6
Worst 10% CAD
16

Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
No OverdriveHeatmapChartPhoto

The CAD at the maximum refresh rate is outstanding. It displays fast-moving objects as intended and motion is extremely sharp.

Motion
Response Time @ Max Refresh Rate
Recommended Overdrive Setting
No OD Mode
First Response Time
0.3 ms
Total Response Time
0.3 ms
RGB Overshoot
0 RGB
Worst 10% First Response Time
0.7 ms
Worst 10% Total Response Time
0.7 ms
Worst 10% RGB Overshoot
0 RGB

Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
No OverdriveHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

9.9
Motion
CAD @ 120Hz
OD Transition 120Hz
Recommended Overdrive Setting
No OD Mode
Avg. CAD
12
Best 10% CAD
5
Worst 10% CAD
18

Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
No OverdriveHeatmapChartPhoto

The CAD at 120Hz is outstanding. Pixels transition to their target RGB level almost instantly, so there isn't any blur trail.

Motion
Response Time @ 120Hz
Recommended Overdrive Setting
No OD Mode
First Response Time
0.3 ms
Total Response Time
0.3 ms
RGB Overshoot
0 RGB
Worst 10% First Response Time
0.7 ms
Worst 10% Total Response Time
0.7 ms
Worst 10% RGB Overshoot
0 RGB

Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
No OverdriveHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

9.9
Motion
CAD @ 60Hz
OD Transition 60Hz
Recommended Overdrive Setting
No OD Mode
Avg. CAD
17
Best 10% CAD
7
Worst 10% CAD
25

Overdrive ModeCAD HeatmapRT ChartPursuit Photo
No OverdriveHeatmapChartPhoto

The CAD at 60Hz is outstanding. Pixels transition colors almost perfectly, and any noticeable blur is persistence.

Motion
Response Time @ 60Hz
Recommended Overdrive Setting
No OD Mode
First Response Time
0.4 ms
Total Response Time
0.4 ms
RGB Overshoot
0 RGB
Worst 10% First Response Time
0.7 ms
Worst 10% Total Response Time
0.7 ms
Worst 10% RGB Overshoot
0 RGB

Overdrive ModeFirst Response HeatmapTotal Response HeatmapRGB Overshoot Heatmap
No OverdriveHeatmapHeatmapHeatmap

Motion
Backlight Strobing (BFI)
Backlight Strobing (BFI)
No BFI
Maximum Frequency
N/A
Minimum Frequency
N/A
Longest Pulse Width Brightness
N/A
Shortest Pulse Width Brightness
N/A
Pulse Width Control
No BFI
Pulse Phase Control
No BFI
Pulse Amplitude Control
No BFI
VRR At The Same Time
No BFI

The LG 27GS95QE doesn't have a black frame insertion feature to reduce persistence blur.

5.9
Motion
VRR Flicker
Dark Gray Flicker
4.2 RGB
Middle Gray Flicker
1.2 RGB
Light Gray Flicker
1.2 RGB

Unfortunately, the LG 27GS95QE-B has distracting VRR flicker with changing frame rates. It's most noticeable in dark scenes, and while it isn't so bad in brighter scenes, you can still see it in dark shadows. This is typical of OLEDs, but it isn't as much of an issue with consistent frame rates. If you're looking for an OLED with a feature to significantly reduce VRR flicker, check out the Samsung Odyssey OLED G6/G60SD S27DG60.

10
Motion
Image Flicker
Flicker-Free
No
PWM Dimming Frequency
0 Hz

The LG 27GS95QE technically isn't flicker-free because there's a slight dip in brightness that corresponds to the 240Hz refresh rate. However, it isn't the same as pulse-width modulation because it isn't a full screen on and off, and you won't notice this flicker.

Inputs
9.1
Inputs
Input Lag
Native Resolution @ Max Hz
2.8 ms
Native Resolution @ 120Hz
5.0 ms
Native Resolution @ 60Hz
9.2 ms
Backlight Strobing (BFI)
N/A

The 27GS95QE-B has low input lag, resulting in a responsive gaming experience.

7.5
Inputs
Resolution
Native Resolution
2560 x 1440
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Megapixels
3.7 MP
Pixel Density
109 PPI
9.3
Inputs
PS5 Compatibility
4k @ 120Hz
Yes
4k @ 60Hz
Yes
1440p @ 120Hz
Yes
1440p @ 60Hz
Yes
1080p @ 120Hz
Yes
1080p @ 60Hz
Yes
9.3
Inputs
Xbox Series X|S Compatibility
4k @ 120Hz
Yes
4k @ 60Hz
Yes
1440p @ 120Hz
Yes
1440p @ 60Hz
Yes
1080p @ 120Hz
Yes
1080p @ 60Hz
Yes

The LG 27GS95QE-B downscales 4k signals, which is useful because the Xbox Series X|S only supports HDR in 4k.

Inputs
Inputs Photos
Inputs
Video And Audio Ports
DisplayPort
1 (DP 1.4)
Mini DisplayPort
No
HDMI
2 (HDMI 2.1)
HDMI 2.1 Rated Speed
48Gbps (FRL 12x4)
DVI
No
VGA
No
Daisy Chaining
No
3.5mm Audio Out
1
3.5mm Audio In
No
HDR10
Yes
3.5mm Microphone In
No

The 3.5mm audio output serves as a combo jack with both audio out and mic in, but you need to have the USB-B cable connected to your computer to make full use of it. It also comes with DTS Headphone:X to simulate surround sound audio. Unlike many monitors, it has an Optical Audio output to connect to soundbars or speakers with this connection, but it doesn't support DTS/DTS:X audio passthrough.

Inputs
USB
USB-A Ports
2
USB-A Rated Speed
5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
USB-B Upstream Port
Yes
USB-C Ports
0
USB-C Upstream
No USB-C Ports
USB-C Rated Speed
No USB-C Ports
USB-C Power Delivery
No USB-C Ports
USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode
No USB-C Ports
Thunderbolt
No

You need to connect the USB-B to USB-A cable to your computer for the USB ports to work.

Inputs
macOS Compatibility

ConnectionHDMI 2.0HDMI 2.1USB-C to DisplayPort
Max Refresh Rate60Hz240Hz240Hz
VRR RangeN/A48-240Hz48-240Hz
HDRYesYesYes

This monitor works well with macOS. When using a MacBook, windows return to their original position when reopening the lid or waking the laptop up from sleep. However, HDR looks washed out over both DisplayPort and HDMI.

Features
Features
Additional Features
Speakers
No
RGB Illumination
Presets
Multiple Input Display
No
KVM Switch
No

The LG 27GS95QE has a few extra additional features, including:

  • Crosshair: Adds a virtual crosshair that your system won't detect.
  • DTS Headphones:X: This only works with the 3.5mm audio output, not the Optical Audio output. There are three modes for this: Sports, Entertainment, and Game.
  • Dynamic Action Sync: Mode that's automatically enabled and aims to lower the input lag.
  • FPS Counter: Displays the frame rate of your source.
  • LG Calibration Studio: This is a downloadable software that aims to calibrate the monitor automatically. We didn't use it for calibration.
  • Optical Audio Out: Lets you connect a soundbar or speakers that support this connection.

Like most OLED displays, there are also a few settings to help reduce the risk of burn-in:

  • Pixel Cleaning: Corrects individual pixels. Occurs after 500 hours of use and starts once you turn the monitor off or enter the power-saving mode. It only lasts about a minute. You can also activate it manually with the remote.
  • Image Cleaning: Runs a complete image refresh cycle after four hours of use and starts when you turn the monitor off or enter the power saving mode. It takes about 10 minutes to finish. You can also activate it manually with the remote.
  • Screen Move: Moves the image by a few pixels to one side to help reduce the risk of burn-in.
  • Screen Saver: Automatically turns the screen off when there's inactivity.

Burn-in can occur with constant exposure to the same static elements over time, so the best ways to reduce the risk of burn-in is by watching varied content, hiding the taskbar, using a black background, and taking advantage of these features in the OLED Care settings. LG also provides two years of warranty coverage on the OLED panel. You can learn about our current longevity and burn-in test here.

Features
On-Screen Display (OSD)