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CES 2025 - LG Unveils Bendable 5K2K Gaming Monitor

HeisenbergFX4

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https://www.lgnewsroom.com/2024/12/...g-monitor-winner-of-three-awards-at-ces-2025/

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SEOUL, Dec. 30, 2024 — LG Electronics (LG) is reinforcing its leadership in premium OLED gaming monitors with the LG UltraGear™ GX9 series, set to be unveiled at CES 2025 this January. The new lineup includes the 45GX990A – winner of three CES 2025 Innovation Awards, including the prestigious ‘Best of Innovation’ – and an all-in-one smart gaming monitor powered by LG webOS. These accolades underscore LG’s commitment to delivering advanced, high-quality gaming solutions. With the GX9 series, LG continues to demonstrate its leadership in cutting-edge technology and gaming monitor innovation.

To ensure maximum gaming immersion, all UltraGear GX9 series models feature curved display panels employing LG’s advanced WOLED technology. These screens offer high brightness, true blacks, stunning colors and optimized curvature; a combination that brings games to life and draws users deeper into the exhilarating action of their favorite titles. Certified for low blue light emissions, the GX9 series provides a more comfortable experience, reducing eye strain during extended gaming sessions. In addition, LG’s Anti-Glare & Low Reflection (AGLR) coating minimizes screen reflections and glare, making it easier for gamers to see everything that’s happening on screen, even in brighter rooms.

The 45GX990A and 45GX950A are 45-inch, 21:9 gaming monitors featuring ultra-high 5K2K resolution (5,120 x 2,160) – a first for OLED monitors.* Their 21:9 aspect ratio offers a more immersive gaming experience than standard 16:9 displays, while maintaining better content compatibility than 32:9 monitors. With generous screen real estate, these monitors are a great choice not only for gaming but for various different uses.

Both products feature LG’s second-generation Dual-Mode, offering customizable aspect ratios (21:9 or 16:9) and picture sizes (39-, 34- or 27-inches) with one-touch switching between preset screen-resolution and refresh-rate combos. With eight configurations, users can personalize their gaming setups to suit their preferences or adapt to different game genres, including FPS, RPG, MOBA and racing simulators.

The World’s First Bendable 5K2K Gaming Monitor with Dual-Mode
The LG UltraGear OLED Bendable Gaming Monitor (model 45GX990A) is the world’s first 5K2K-resolution bendable OLED display. The 45-inch monitor can smoothly transition from completely flat to a 900R curvature within seconds, offering users incredible flexibility and more control over their gaming experience. Its upgraded Dual-Mode feature allows users to switch effortlessly between resolution and refresh rate presets, and customize the aspect ratio and picture size. With an ultra-fast 0.03ms (GtG) response time, the 45GX990A ensures smooth gameplay and heightened immersion.

The World’s First 45-Inch 5K2K OLED Gaming Monitor with 800R Curvature and DisplayPort 2.1
Another standout model from the new GX9 lineup is the LG UltraGear OLED Gaming Monitor (model 45GX950A). With its curved (800R), 21:9 format 5K2K-resolution self-lit 45-inch panel, this display delivers sharp, lifelike images with the stunning colors and exceptional contrast LG OLED products are known for. Its 4-side Virtually Borderless design and slim bezels help boost users’ sense of immersion while adding a sleek aesthetic to any setup. Boasting 125 pixels per-inch (PPI) and an RGWB subpixel layout, the monitor improves the readability of in-game text and makes productivity tasks, such as editing documents or website content, that much easier.

Like its bendable sibling, the 45GX950A features Dual-Mode functionality with eight customizable configurations and supports DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1 and USB-C with 90W power delivery. This ensures seamless compatibility with the latest graphics cards and features such as variable refresh rate (VRR) while enabling convenient device charging. Certified by NVIDIA G-SYNC® and AMD FreeSync™ Premium Pro, the monitor has reduced screen tearing for a smoother, more responsive gaming experience.

Versatile Smart Gaming Monitor for Seamless Streaming and Immersive Gaming
The brand-new LG UltraGear 39GX90SA is designed to deliver stellar gaming and content-streaming experiences. Powered by webOS, it functions as a home entertainment hub, enabling users to access all their go-to streaming services without a PC or set-top box. It’s 39-inch, 21:9 aspect ratio curved (800R) OLED display produces brilliant, nuanced colors and deep, dark blacks, making it perfect for AAA games and HDR movies and series. Equipped with USB Type-C ports, it offers convenient connectivity, and incorporates LG’s ergonomic and space-saving L-shaped stand for a clutter-free desk setup.

“The UltraGear GX9 series sets a new standard for OLED gaming monitors, combining groundbreaking display technology with smart features that expand and enhance the user experience,” said YS Lee, vice president and head of the IT Business Unit, LG Media Entertainment Solution Company. “From the world’s first 5K2K OLED gaming monitors with second-generation Dual-Mode to smart gaming monitors with built-in webOS, the GX9 lineup pushes the boundaries to deliver maximum value and enjoyment for our customers.”
 

AJUMP23

Parody of actual AJUMP23
Where is the price? And while it is a cool concept I have never thought I needed to bend my monitor or create a curve in it.
 

Edgelord79

Gold Member
No refresh rate and nits info?

At 5K2K, it delivers 125 PPI (pixels per inch) and an RGWB subpixel layout. It supports 165Hz and with Dual Mode support it can also achieve 330Hz at half resolution. It features both HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1 as well as USB-C with 90W power delivery. Unlike LCD monitors, it supports HDR. The panel is curved (800R).

Nothing on the brightness though.
 

Pedro Motta

Member

At 5K2K, it delivers 125 PPI (pixels per inch) and an RGWB subpixel layout. It supports 165Hz and with Dual Mode support it can also achieve 330Hz at half resolution. It features both HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1 as well as USB-C with 90W power delivery. Unlike LCD monitors, it supports HDR. The panel is curved (800R).

Nothing on the brightness though.
haah sorry, I'm retarded.
 

rm082e

Member
The panel is curved (800R).

This is exactly the size and resolution I ultimately want on my desk, but at a much lower curve (1500-1800R). I went and checked out the current 45" LG at Best Buy and that crazy curve is just too much for me. I loved curved for big monitors, but there's a sweet spot. 2300R is not enough of a curve, but 1000R is too much.

I'd like to see how the adjustable curve works in the real world.
 
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Three

Gold Member
What possible use case is there for a bendable monitor at home?
I have a curved ultrawide but it's intended for single person viewing from a fixed position. Being able to make it flat is pretty cool to view from everywhere when needed. I wish they would make larger TV/Monitors like this.
 

ShirAhava

Plays with kids toys, in the adult gaming world
I wish the South Korean market wasn't so obsessed with curves other than that these monitors look great.

I'd go for a 32" flat version
 

Dacvak

No one shall be brought before our LORD David Bowie without the true and secret knowledge of the Photoshop. For in that time, so shall He appear.
Just another gadget for Elon, Bill, Warren et al.
edit: But I guess the idea is similar to this, a flagship product that isn’t expected or intended to sell in quantity.

Been meaning to watch this video all week. I just need to find a spare half hour to myself.
 

rm082e

Member
What possible use case is there for a bendable monitor at home?

Letting people pick what degree of curve they want with a single SKU. It's one of those preference things.

If it's relatively easy with OLED and they can come up with a simple mechanism for adjusting it, I hope this becomes a new standard on OLED monitors like height, tilt, and swivel.
 

tmlDan

Member
It’s a showcase piece for LG, demonstrating the latest that can be done. I think it’s as simple as that.
its really hard to innovate in the space apart from actual screen tech so i get it, I just don't like curved monitors for like 99% of tasks.
 

daffyduck

Member
“3D without special glasses” would be nice, and “even thinner panels”, but I guess “bendable” is what’s attainable for now.
 

Dacvak

No one shall be brought before our LORD David Bowie without the true and secret knowledge of the Photoshop. For in that time, so shall He appear.
Just another gadget for Elon, Bill, Warren et al.
edit: But I guess the idea is similar to this, a flagship product that isn’t expected or intended to sell in quantity.

Well, work be damned, I just watched this video and holy shit it was amazing.

I can’t believe the reveal at the end where the random Japanese guy who volunteered to visit that restaurant and help secure the TV is also the lead designer of that recent Bayonetta game. 🤯 I’m gonna buy that game now just because of this story.

This video deserves its own post on GAF if it doesn’t already have one.
 
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nikos

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A 38"+ monitor at 5120x2160 21:9 is what I've been waiting for to upgrade from my 38" 3840x1600 21:9.

Hopefully we see more of these soon.
 

eNT1TY

Member
This is exactly the size and resolution I ultimately want on my desk, but at a much lower curve (1500-1800R). I went and checked out the current 45" LG at Best Buy and that crazy curve is just too much for me. I loved curved for big monitors, but there's a sweet spot. 2300R is not enough of a curve, but 1000R is too much.

I'd like to see how the adjustable curve works in the real world.
Man i hate that most new ultrawides have such an aggressive curve, the size and rez is perfect for my needs on this LG but anything below 1800r for me is a no. Like u say 2300 is the goldielocks zone.
 

Euler007

Member
Finally an ultrawide with high refresh rate and 2160 vertical pixels. Noice!
This is the correct take on this. Prefer flat? You're covered! Prefer curved? You're covered! Want to switch between? Covered! Want to stay in one mode? Than stay in it instead of bitching about the other mode.
 

rm082e

Member
Man i hate that most new ultrawides have such an aggressive curve, the size and rez is perfect for my needs on this LG but anything below 1800r for me is a no. Like u say 2300 is the goldielocks zone.

That's why I'm really interested in the adjustable curve. If they can make one SKU that satisfies the flat, mild curve, and extreme curve buyers, that's awesome.
 

peish

Member
I wish the South Korean market wasn't so obsessed with curves other than that these monitors look great.

I'd go for a 32" flat version

you need to try a curved 21:9 monitor of at least 38". I assure you, you'll never want to go back to shitty flat 16:9. :messenger_halo:
 

ShirAhava

Plays with kids toys, in the adult gaming world
you need to try a curved 21:9 monitor of at least 38". I assure you, you'll never want to go back to shitty flat 16:9. :messenger_halo:

I'd rather not have a monitor at all then use anything curved. It does absolutely nothing for me and IMO is esthetically unpleasing.
 
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flying_sq

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My price guess is 3-4k. Their last bendable monitor was 2k-$2500 I think. I like my curved display, but that much just for the option of flat vs curved IMO is crazy.
 
It’s cool. But for a screen that size I’m not sure that going beyond 4k into ultrawide is worth the performance hit. Would much rather go for one of those 1440p Samsung 32:9 ultrawides. You get plenty of performance headroom, and games that support (or modded to support) 32:9 are glorious to behold.
 

Kenpachii

Member
Oh man 5k ultrawides, would love to own one but god dam it will be hard to push performance wise because of the pixel amounts.
 

UltimaKilo

Gold Member
This is so polarizing. Half the people in this thread really want it, and the other half see no point in it. CES is going to be interesting.
 
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