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LG UltraGear Gaming Monitor 27GN850-B, 27 inch, 1440p, 144Hz, 1 ms, IPS Display, HDR 10, AMD FreeSync, Energy Saving, HDMI, Displayport, Anti Glare, Adjustable Stand

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The 27GN800-B is another LG monitor to feature an IPS panel, just like the 27GN850-B that came before it. And like its predecessor, it offers a native 2560x1440 (QHD) resolution with a respectably fast 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms gray-to-gray response time, making it a good option for gaming with a mid-range and/or high-end graphics card. Given the two monitor’s similar prices and across the board statistics, either choice is a valid one. With that said, the smaller footprint, more subdued aesthetics, and increased connectivity of the 27GL850-B make it a more versatile option for the average buyer. If there is a significant price difference between the two and you are not attached to any of the above, however, choosing the 27GN850-B can become the better option.

What this really boils down to (as far as I can tell) is a skimpier stand. The stand on the 27GN800-B does not allow for any height or pivot adjustments, only tilt, whereas the 27GN850-B offers all three. So depending on where pricing lands, it could come down to ergonomics versus economics when debating the two.Given the slight boost it has to out-of-the-box accuracy and Adobe RGB, the 27GN850-B edges out this category. With that said, almost nobody will notice any difference between the two here – they are some of the best around.

This is a simple and clear win for the 27GL850-B, as it includes a USB hub that was cut with the newer release. Outside of these three USB ports – 2x downstream and 1x upstream – connectivity is a mirror image. Both include 2x HDMI ports and 1x DisplayPort. If USB connectivity is not a major concern of yours and prices are similar, this category becomes personal choice yet again.

Contrast ratio and brightness are two categories that both monitors sadly fall short in. While the advertised ratios are respectable, plenty of real-world testing and monitor comparisons have provided some disappointing results. While the monitors are still great options, contrast is a major failing of the panel. If you work in a bright room or consistently see changing light around you, it may be best to consider other options. LG is one of the leading manufacturers in the gaming monitor scene, and for good reason. Their entries into the space in recent years have perfectly blended power, performance, and price, hitting right where the average consumer want them to. Two of their most popular models are the 27GL850-B and 27GN850-B – 1440p IPS panel monitors with a variety of features to boot. Both monitors share a crisp QHD Wide resolution. While some may prefer a 4K option (you can see our list of some of the best 4K monitors here), the 1440p screen is still sharp and beautiful on both 27” screens. For modern gaming, this resolution is a nice compromise. While updated hardware is still required, you do not need a top-of-the-line graphics card to take advantage of the native resolution while hitting a high refresh rate.

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