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The 5 Best 1440p Gaming Monitors of 2026
The best 1440p gaming monitor we've tested is the **LG 27GX790B-B**. It's a high-end OLED with a fast refresh rate, delivering a smooth, responsive feel.
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LG UltraGear 27GP850-B 27"
Price unavailable
Critic score 8.0/10
27" 2560 x 1440 px IPS display
165Hz refresh rate with 1 ms response time
0 HDMI ports
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Overview
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B 27" pairs a 27" IPS panel with 1440p output. The 165Hz refresh rate makes it a strong fit for responsive gaming and motion clarity. Brightness is listed at 320 nits, giving you a clearer picture of HDR and bright-room headroom.
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At a Glance
Panel
IPS
Resolution
1440p
Refresh
165Hz
Response
1 ms
Brightness
320 nits
Full Specs
Screen Size
27"
Resolution
2560 x 1440 px
Display Type
IPS
Refresh Rate
165Hz
Response Time
1 ms
Adaptive Sync
Nvidia G-Sync
Brightness
320 nits
Contrast Ratio
1000:1
sRGB Coverage
Not available
Adobe RGB Coverage
Not available
HDMI Ports
0
DisplayPort
Not available
USB Ports
0
USB-C
No
Operating Power
Not available
EU Energy Label
G
Release Date
04/29/2021
Expert Analysis: Pros & Cons
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The Highs
- check_circle Balanced overall spec sheet with enough data points to compare it confidently.
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The Lows
- cancel Price data is missing, so value positioning is harder to judge at a glance.
- cancel No USB-C support limits one-cable productivity setups.
Final Verdict
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B 27" stands out as a well-rounded daily use option with a IPS panel, 1440p resolution, and a dataset-driven critic score of 8.0/10. It works best when you want a monitor whose core specs are strong and easy to compare against similar models in the archive.
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Critic Score
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