With the 27GN950 UHD monitor, LG Electronics delivers a powerful upgrade for any gaming setup. With a native resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, a wide colour gamut (98% DCI-P3) and a brightness of 400 cd/m², the brilliant nano-IPS display delivers a stunning display quality that brings gaming worlds to life. With support for VESA DisplayHDR 600, no detail goes unnoticed.
For true gamers, however, strong performance is just as important as brilliant images - and here, too, the 27GN950 comes up trumps. With 1 millisecond response time (GtG), 144 Hz refresh rate, support for Radeon FreeSync 2 (Premium Pro) and "nVidia G-SYNC Compatible" certification, gaming fans are in full control even in heated online battles without image errors such as tearing.
Monitor type | Gaming Monitor |
Display resolution | UHD |
Screen technology | LED |
Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Video connections | DisplayPort (1x), HDMI (2x) |
USB ports | USB-C |
Monitor equipment | HDR functionality, Integrated USB hub, RGB lighting, Slot for Kensington lock |
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Item number | 13603365 |
Manufacturer | LG |
Category | Monitor |
Manufacturer no. | 27GN950-B |
Release date | 30.9.2021 |
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Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Monitor type | Gaming Monitor |
Display size (inches) | 27" |
Screen size (cm) | 68.60 cm |
Image resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Display resolution | UHD |
Pixel pitch | 0.16 mm |
Screen technology | LED |
Panel technology | IPS |
Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Screen surface | Anti-glare |
Contrast ratio | 1000 :1 |
Response time (grey-to-grey) | 1 ms |
Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
Colour depth | 1.07 bits |
Colour space coverage | DCI-P3: 98%, sRGB: 99% |
Viewing angle (H) | 178° |
Viewing angle (V) | 178° |
Monitor equipment | HDR functionality, Integrated USB hub, RGB lighting, Slot for Kensington lock |
Connectivity | HDMI |
Touch | Without touch function |
Sync-Technology | AMD Freesync Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-Sync |
HDR Certification | Vesa DisplayHDR 600 |
Adjustability | Height-adjustable, Pivot function, Rotatable, Tiltable |
VESA wall mount | 100 x 100 mm |
Video connections | DisplayPort (1x), HDMI (2x) |
HDMI version | 1.4 |
DisplayPort version | 1.4 |
USB ports | USB-C |
Exact USB ports | USB-C 4 (2x) |
Audio Connections | Jack 3.5mm (1x) |
Network connections | RJ45 (1x) |
Power consumption | 42 W |
Power consumption (standby) | 0.30 W |
Power consumption (Off) | 0.30 W |
Energy consumption per year | 61 kWh |
Energy efficiency class | G |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | DisplayPort cable, HDMI cable, USB cable |
Width | 609.20 mm |
Length | 570.60 mm |
Height | 291.20 mm |
Weight | 7.70 kg |
Length | 73 cm |
Width | 52 cm |
Height | 23 cm |
Weight | 12 kg |
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