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LG is not waiting for CES to start reveals its new collection of gaming monitors. The 2025 lineup is led by the UltraGear OLED Bendable Gaming Monitor, which LG says is the “world’s first 5K2K resolution bendable OLED display.” That seems very specific to me, but hey, it’s always worth bragging when you’re first, I guess. The 45-inch monitor has an expansive resolution of 5120×2160, so you get the same number of vertical pixels as a typical 4K screen, but a much wider canvas to play on.
And with a 21:9 aspect ratio, LG believes it provides “a more immersive gaming experience than standard 16:9 displays, while maintaining better content compatibility than 32:9 monitors.” This format also makes the display a great fit for productivity work when you’re not immersed in the game.
The UltraGear OLED Bendable Gaming Monitor (model 45GX990A) can go from a completely flat bend to a 900R bend, and the latest version of LG’s Dual-Mode feature “allows users to effortlessly switch between resolution and refresh rate presets, and customize the aspect ratio and image size.” It is certified for Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, but the press materials do not specify a maximum refresh rate. I asked for more details here.
LG has also released a non-bendable model with a permanent 800R curve. Otherwise, it’s the same 45-inch size, the same aspect ratio, and the same 5K2K resolution. LG’s press release says you can expect “sharp, lifelike images with the stunning colors and exceptional contrast that LG OLED products are known for.” Specifications shared between the two monitors include a response time of 0.03ms (GtG) and support for DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C with 90W power delivery. The 45GX950A uses an RGWB subpixel layout to improve the readability of text on the screen and make the aforementioned productivity work easier on your eyes.
Along with these two monitors, LG is also introducing the curved UltraGear 39GX90SA, a webOS-powered “home entertainment hub” with easy access to streaming services – just like LG’s TVs. It looks like the company has taken some cues from Samsung’s smart monitors here. At 39 inches, this is slightly smaller than other GX9 displays, but retains the 21:9 aspect ratio and 800R curve. “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,” LG said in tonight’s press release.
As usual with CES news, pricing and a specific release date are still to come later in 2025. But we’ll be getting our first in-person look at the UltraGear GX9 series in Las Vegas, so stay tuned for impressions early next month. – with an avalanche of stunning screens from many other companies, too.
