LG Monitor 27UL550-W 27UL550W LED-Monitor LEDMonitor (27UL550-W) (27UL550W)

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The overall dated looks are something that this sort of monitor from a few years ago has in common. But it gets better: the monitor is factory-calibrated, so you’ll be able to enjoy the monitor straight out of the box and even do some basic content creation. Uniformity on the LG 27UL550’s panel isn’t excellent as well since there is some minor leaking on the top and bottom edges. This flaw results in some clouding issues which become noticeable when viewing darker scenes. Thankfully, this isn’t the case for the entire line since IPS panels are not made equal in this regard.

The maximum number of colors, which the display is able to reproduce, depends on the type of the panel in use and color enhancing technologies like FRC. Still, there are a few more LG options that haven’t aged well, offering obsolete functionality at exorbitant costs. Ergonomics Information about the ergonomic functions - height adjustment, swivel angles, tilt angles, etc. VESA mount The LG 27UL550 provides excellent color quality out of the box even if it sits at a lower tier. The IPS panel renders 98% of the sRGB gamut, matching the company’s claims for this model. Out of box accuracy has a Delta E average of 2.49, so most users won’t have to calibrate it for daily use.

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The energy efficiency class/label provides general idea about the power consumption. There are different energy efficiency classes and each sets its own requirements regarding the power consumption. Some of the existent energy efficiency classes are A+++, A++, A+, A, B, C, D, E, F, G. Information of the number of pixels in a unit of length. With the decrease of the display size and the increase of its resolution, the pixel density increases. The LG 27UL500 is an affordable 4K monitor with an IPS panel for vibrant colors, FreeSync for smooth performance and many additional useful features. Image Quality Doesnt provide USB C connectivity as default, you will need a USB C Hub if at all your laptop/Mac device doesnt have HDMI port I plugged the HDMi cable straightway to the Mac and its easily mirroring the desktop contents. No complaints with anything there.

So I recommend to settle with a 2K monitor (BenQ 2700U), that will serve at-least 4-5 years, by which NextGen Monitors should arrive (OLED 4K Slim, Wifi, Screen Mirroring, etc. enabled by default) LG UltraWide™ monitors are amazing for use both at work and home, and have a wide range of features, including: Browse all of the amazing features available on LG UltraWide™ monitors including: Thunderbolt™ input/output port: Thunderbolt simultaneously supports high-resolution displays and high-performance data devices through a single, compact port. Enjoy transfer speeds up to 20Gbps in a single channel. Curved UltraWide™ QHD display: The Curved UltraWide QHD display has an image resolution of 3440 x 1440, which provides sharper picture quality. Split Screen: You can now multitask with 4 programs on one screen at the same time. This 4-Screen Split feature conveniently divides your screen from 2 to 4 customisable sub screens of your choosing, without any overlapping of windows. Dual Linkup feature allows: The Dual Link-up feature allows two devices to be displayed simultaneously on a single screen. With the monitor, you can connect and watch a movie from a Blu-ray player while working on an Excel spreadsheet from your PC.Power supply and consumption Information about the power supply and consumption, energy efficiency class, etc. 110V Monitor is bulky, in this NexGen technology age, design principle for Monitor is very old, no-way gives a premium look. This is an issue with all monitors I have seen, and not a sole LG problem. Other panel-related specifications include a decent 300-nit peak brightness and a static contrast ratio of 700:1 – 1,000:1 depending on the particular unit of the monitor.

Unless you are a Mac user, I find it very difficult to utilize the 4K design rendering, as I am using the screen on 150 DPI scaling, making it effective 2K Monitor for Windows. When we first take this monitor out of the box, we discover that it belongs to LG’s 3-color line of displays. Another feature you’ll love on the LG 27UL550 is it doesn’t have OSD buttons since they are unnecessary. You can control the settings via LG’s On-Screen Control feature which lets you access options such as brightness right in your Windows or OSX desktop. There is no learning curve with this implementation, so finding the color or brightness sweet spot is as easy as peas. By the way, the screen’s stand can be adjusted in a variety of ways, allowing you to adjust the Height pivot and tilt, making it a nearly ergonomic choice. The screen’s pixel density of 163 PPI makes the LG 27UL550 look extra sharp and crisp. This characteristic makes it perfect for games or editing work, especially if you meticulously pay attention to the level of detail. However, some users might struggle with the considerably smaller text, so using your OS’s scaling feature might be mandatory.To learn more about monitors and ensure you’re getting the model most suited for your personal preference, visit our comprehensive and always up-to-date best gaming monitor buyer’s guide. Conclusion The LG 27UL550-W features a 4k resolution in a 27-inch screen, which may result in text that is smaller than usual. The percentage of the approximate area, taken by the active part of the screen, to the total front area. Regardless, thanks to the vibrant and precise colors provided by the IPS panel and crystal-clear details ensured by the 4K UHD resolution, the image quality of the LG 27UL500 display is brilliant considering the price.