The LG 45GR95QE-B is a 45-inch OLED monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate and a 3440x1440 resolution. It's one of the first OLED gaming monitors available in this size and competes with the Corsair XENEON FLEX 45WQHD240. That monitor uses the same panel from LG Display as this one, and it's bendable, but the 45GR95QE-B has an aggressive 800R fixed curved instead, which may take some time to get used to. Other than that, this model has all the features you'd expect to find in a gaming monitor, with FreeSync variable refresh rate (VRR) support, G-SYNC compatibility, and HDMI 2.1 bandwidth. It's part of the same lineup as the LG 27GR95QE-B and has the same matte screen coating. While OLEDs are prone to burn-in with constant exposure to static elements, it also has some settings to reduce that risk.
Our Verdict
The LG 45GR95QE-B is excellent overall. It's fantastic as a gaming monitor because it has a fast 240Hz refresh rate, VRR support, a near-instant response time, and low input lag for a responsive feel. Its near-infinite contrast ratio makes it an excellent choice for dark room gaming. Because of this, it's even incredible for watching SDR or HDR movies in dark rooms and displays a wide range of colors. While it's good for office use and great for content creation, it has some limitations as the text clarity is mediocre, it's prone to burn-in, and it has an aggressive 800R curve that may take time getting used to.
- Amazing reflection handling.
- 45-inch screen size.
- Wide viewing angles.
- Near-infinite contrast.
- 240Hz refresh rate with VRR.
- Aggressive 800R curve.
- Mediocre text clarity.
- Prone to burn-in.
- Matte coating introduces some haziness.
The LG 45GR95QE is decent for the office, but it isn't ideal for it. It has wide viewing angles and amazing reflection handling if you want to use it in a well-lit office, but it doesn't get bright enough to fight glare. Unfortunately, due to its low pixel density, the text clarity is mediocre, as text can be hard to read at times. Its aggressive 800R curve can also take some time to get used to, and you won't see straight lines in documents. Sadly, OLEDs like this one are significantly prone to burn-in when exposed to the same static elements over time, like if you have the taskbar on the screen all day.
- Amazing reflection handling.
- 45-inch screen size.
- Wide viewing angles.
- Limited SDR peak brightness.
- Aggressive 800R curve.
- Mediocre text clarity.
- Prone to burn-in.
The LG 45GR95QE-B is fantastic for gaming. Its 240Hz refresh rate is ideal for gaming at a high frame rate, and it also has FreeSync VRR support and G-SYNC compatibility to reduce screen tearing. Gaming feels responsive thanks to its low input lag, and it has a fast response time with most signals. Its OLED panel also delivers perfect blacks, which is great for dark room gaming.
- 45-inch screen size.
- Near-infinite contrast.
- Perfect black uniformity.
- 240Hz refresh rate with VRR.
- Fast response times.
- Prone to burn-in.
- Matte coating introduces some haziness.
The LG UltraGear 45GR95QE is incredible for watching content. It performs well in dark rooms thanks to its near-infinite contrast ratio and perfect black uniformity. Even in bright rooms, it has amazing reflection handling, but it doesn't get bright enough to fight intense glare. Its ultrawide screen is ideal for watching ultrawide movies too, but its aggressive 800R curve may take some time to get used to.
- Amazing reflection handling.
- 45-inch screen size.
- Wide viewing angles.
- Near-infinite contrast.
- Perfect black uniformity.
- Aggressive 800R curve.
- Matte coating introduces some haziness.
The LG 45GR95QE is great for content creators but has some limitations. It displays a wide range of colors with fantastic accuracy in SDR. While its 45-inch screen offers a ton of space to multitask, the aggressively curved may take some time to get used to it, especially if you normally use a flat monitor. Because of this, straight lines will look curved, which can be distracting. Unfortunately, images and text aren't sharp due to the low pixel density, and OLEDs like this one are prone to burn-in with constant exposure to the same static elements over time.
- Amazing reflection handling.
- 45-inch screen size.
- Wide viewing angles.
- Near-infinite contrast.
- Limited SDR peak brightness.
- Aggressive 800R curve.
- Mediocre text clarity.
- Prone to burn-in.
The LG 45GR95QE-B is incredible for HDR. It displays perfect blacks in dark rooms thanks to its near-infinite contrast ratio, and there isn't any blooming around bright objects. It displays a wide range of colors in HDR, and most of them look vivid. Small highlights also stand out, but it doesn't get bright enough in HDR to make all highlights pop.
- Near-infinite contrast.
- Perfect black uniformity.
- Displays wide range of colors.
- Small highlights stand out in HDR.
- Matte coating introduces some haziness.
Changelog
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Updated May 07, 2025:
Added that the LG 45GX950A-B is another 45-inch ultrawide with better text clarity.
- Updated Aug 16, 2024: Clarified that the LG comes with DTS Headphone:X.
- Updated May 06, 2024: Clarified that the LG 34GS95QE-B is another option with a smaller ultrawide screen in the Compared To Others section.
- Updated Aug 30, 2023: Added that the LG 49GR85DC-B is a super ultrawide alternative with a wider 32:9 aspect ratio.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 45-inch LG UltraGear 45GR95QE, which is the only size available for this monitor. It was released alongside the LG 27GR95QE-B, which is also a 240Hz OLED monitor, but it has a flat 27-inch screen instead.
| Model | Size | Panel Type | Resolution | Max Refresh Rate | Curve |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45GR95QE-B | 45" | OLED | 3440x1440 | 240Hz | 800R |
Our unit was manufactured in January 2023, and you can see the label here. Near the end of testing, an update was released for firmware 3.09, 1.17. We retested the SDR Brightness and HDR Brightness with this firmware, but everything else was tested with firmware 3.05, 1.13.
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The LG 45GR95QE-B is a fantastic gaming monitor with both a fast 240Hz refresh rate and incredible picture quality thanks to its OLED panel. This makes it an ideal choice if you want both of those, but it has some drawbacks. The 3440x1440 resolution on the 45-inch screen results in low pixel density, and its aggressive 800R curve can take some time to get used to. You can also consider the LG 34GS95QE-B if you prefer a smaller ultrawide screen, but if you find the 45GR95QE-B too expensive, you can get better picture quality for cheaper with a QD-OLED ultrawide monitor, like the Dell Alienware AW3423DWF or the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G85SB S34BG85.
See our recommendations for the best 34-49 inch monitors, the best ultrawide gaming monitors, and the best 240Hz monitors.
The LG 45GX950A-B is a newer version of the LG 45GR95QE-B, with a few new features. The main difference is that the 45GX950A-B has a higher resolution for more detailed images, and even though it has a lower native refresh rate, it has a Dual-Mode feature that switches it to a 330Hz refresh rate with a lower resolution. This means that the 45GX950A-B is more versatile for different types of games. The 45GX950A-B also has a few added perks, like DisplayPort 2.1 bandwidth and a USB-C port with 90W of power delivery.
The Corsair XENEON FLEX 45WQHD240 and the LG 45GR95QE-B are similar monitors that use the same panel, so they perform nearly the same. The main difference is that the Corsair has a bendable screen, while the LG has a fixed 800R curve. The Corsair also has a few extra productivity features, like a KVM switch and USB-C ports, both of which the LG doesn't have.
The LG 45GR95QE-B and the LG 34GS95QE-B are both 240Hz ultrawide monitors that perform similarly and have many of the same features. With a bigger 45-inch screen, the 45GR95QE-B is the better choice if you care about having a large display. However, because it has the same resolution as the 34GS95QE-B, it has lower pixel density, and images aren't as sharp. The 34GS95QE-B gets brighter in SDR, so it's also the better choice if you want to use it in a well-lit room.
The Samsung Odyssey G9 C49G95T and the LG 45GR95QE-B are both ultrawide monitors, but they have quite a few differences. The LG has a 45-inch OLED screen with a 3440x1440 resolution, while the Samsung is considered a super ultrawide monitor with a wider 49-inch screen and 5120x1440 resolution. The LG is better for most uses as it delivers perfect blacks without any blooming, and it also has a near-instantaneous response time for crisp motion. The LG has more accurate colors and displays a wider range of colors in HDR. However, the Samsung gets brighter, so it's better to use it in well-lit rooms, and it doesn't risk permanent burn-in like the LG.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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