LG 27GM950B-B 27-inch Ultragear evo 5K (5120 x 2880) IPS Mini-LED Gaming Monitor

Product Description:

The LG 27GM950B-B UltraGear evo is a 27-inch 5K Hyper Mini LED IPS gaming monitor that represents the most advanced Mini LED technology LG has ever put into a display — packing 9,216 individual LEDs into 2,304 local dimming zones with Zero Optical Distance anti-blooming technology, driving 14.7 million pixels at 218 PPI, reaching 1,250 nits of peak brightness, and delivering VESA DisplayHDR 1000 performance with 99% DCI-P3 color coverage. It is the first gaming monitor in the world to support AI upscaling to 5K resolution, and its Dual-Mode refresh rate system lets you switch between 5K at 165Hz for breathtaking visual fidelity and QHD at 330Hz for the fastest competitive gaming speeds available on a 16:9 panel.

Hyper Mini LED is LG's next-generation backlighting architecture, and it's a meaningful leap beyond conventional Mini LED. The 27GM950B-B packs 1.5× more local dimming zones (2,304 vs. ~1,500 typical) and 5.9× more LEDs (9,216 vs. ~1,500 typical) than standard Mini LED monitors at this size. More zones and more LEDs mean each dimming zone is smaller, controlling a tighter cluster of pixels with greater precision — which directly translates to higher peak brightness, deeper blacks in dark areas adjacent to bright highlights, and sharper transitions between light and dark content. Zero Optical Distance technology minimizes the physical gap between the LED layer and the IPS panel to near zero, dramatically reducing the blooming (halo) artifacts that have been Mini LED's most persistent visual flaw. TÜV Rheinland independently certified the anti-blooming performance.

The 5K resolution (5,120 × 2,880) packs 14.7 million pixels into a 27-inch display at 218 PPI — equivalent to approximately 7.5 times Full HD resolution. At this pixel density, individual pixels are invisible to the naked eye at normal viewing distances, producing razor-sharp text for productivity, crystal-clear HUD elements in games, and photographic detail in creative applications. The IPS panel delivers 99% DCI-P3 color coverage with 10-bit color depth (1.07 billion colors) for smooth gradients and cinema-grade color accuracy.

The Dual-Mode refresh rate system provides two distinct performance profiles. In 5K mode, the monitor runs at 165Hz with the 1ms GtG response time — delivering stunning visual detail with smooth, responsive motion for AAA titles, RPGs, adventure games, and cinematic single-player experiences where visual fidelity matters most. Switch to QHD mode (2560 × 1440) and the refresh rate doubles to 330Hz for ultra-fast competitive play — the fastest refresh rate available on a standard 16:9 gaming monitor, targeting competitive FPS, battle royale, and esports titles where frame rate and input response are the priority. NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium adaptive sync ensure tear-free performance in both modes.

LG's built-in AI processor powers three intelligent features independently of your GPU. AI Upscaling to 5K analyzes incoming content and enhances it toward the full 5K resolution in real time — the first gaming monitor to offer this capability — meaning lower-resolution games and video look sharper without requiring a more powerful graphics card. AI Scene Optimization detects content type and automatically adjusts image settings. AI Sound creates a virtual 7.1.2-channel surround experience through the built-in speakers or connected headphones.

Connectivity is future-proofed: DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20) delivers the bandwidth for 5K at 165Hz from a single cable, two HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K/120Hz for next-gen consoles, and USB-C with 90W Power Delivery provides single-cable laptop docking. The fully adjustable stand supports tilt, height, swivel, and pivot (portrait mode) with VESA 100 × 100mm compatibility for wall mounts and monitor arms.

Product Features:

• 27″ 5K Resolution (5120 × 2880) – 14.7 million pixels at 218 PPI — 7.5× Full HD, invisible pixel structure
• Hyper Mini LED (9,216 LEDs / 2,304 Zones) – 1.5× more dimming zones and 5.9× more LEDs than conventional Mini LED for superior precision
• Zero Optical Distance Anti-Blooming – Minimized panel-to-LED gap virtually eliminates halo artifacts (TÜV Rheinland certified)
• 1,250 Nits Peak Brightness – VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certified for brilliant highlights and clear visuals in bright rooms
• 99% DCI-P3 + 10-Bit Color – Cinema-grade color accuracy with 1.07 billion displayable colors
• Dual-Mode: 165Hz (5K) / 330Hz (QHD) – Cinematic fidelity or competitive speed — switch between both
• 1ms GtG Response Time – Virtually zero ghosting and motion blur in both modes
• NVIDIA G-SYNC + AMD FreeSync Premium – Tear-free adaptive sync for both GPU ecosystems
• AI Upscaling to 5K – World's first gaming monitor with built-in AI upscaling to 5K — no GPU upgrade needed
• AI Scene Optimization + AI Sound 7.1.2 – Auto image adjustment and virtual surround audio
• DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20) – Full bandwidth for 5K/165Hz from a single cable
• 2× HDMI 2.1 – 4K/120Hz for PS5, Xbox Series X, and next-gen consoles
• USB-C with 90W Power Delivery – Single-cable laptop docking with display, data, and charging
• IPS Panel – Consistent color and brightness across wide 178° viewing angles
• Tilt/Height/Swivel/Pivot Stand – Full ergonomic adjustability with 90° portrait rotation
• VESA 100 × 100mm – Wall mount and monitor arm compatible

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