LG 34GP950G-B Review

Name: LG 34GP950G-B
Brand: LG

Christen da Costa

January 16, 2024

True Score Methodology v1.0

TRUE SCORE

99^%

Cosmic Wonder

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1

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137

Where does this product score?

Product testers hailed the LG 34GP950G-B, recommending it for gaming, but also for media creation, and office use. They were pleased with its 180Hz refresh rate, superb 3440 x 1440 pixel resolution, FreeSync, and G-SYNC. However, they criticized its low contrast ratio. Check out our MSI Optix G272 review for an IPS model with better viewing angles.

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Top 5

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Consumer Favorite

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Score Card

E

Expert Score

NR

*.75

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C

Customer Score

90

*.25

We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

True Score

99^%

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Table of Contents

Product Snapshot

Expert Rankings

Overview_

The LG 34GP950G-B is a high-end ultrawide gaming monitor, which made its debut in 2021, promising pro-level gaming performance to enthusiasts. Among the most advanced computer monitors, this device stands out because of its ultrawide 34-inch Nano IS display with a 3440 x 1440 resolution. The screen is curved, providing visual immersion. This device boasts NVIDIA G-SYNC Ultimate technology for reducing screen tearing, and it also supports AMD FreeSync. With a maximum 180Hz refresh rate, the device provides excellent motion handling. Continue reading to see how it ranks against the best selling gaming monitors on the market.

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Consensus_

Reason to Buy

Outstanding 180Hz refresh rate
- The best (ref)
Super-fast response time and low input lag
G-SYNC Ultimate and FreeSync compatibility
Excellent color gamut coverage
Wide viewing angles

Reason to Avoid

Poor contrast ratio
Mediocre local dimming function
Stand doesn’t swivel or support portrait mode

Key Specs_

	Frequency Low	3 hz
	Panel Type	LCD
	Resolution	1280 × 720

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Product Comparison_

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True Score	99^%	NR	NR	NR	NR
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Market Context	The LG 34GP950G-B is a high-end ultrawide gaming monitor, which made its debut in 2021, promising pro-level gaming performance to enthusiasts. Among the most advanced… The LG 34GP950G-B is a high-end ultrawide gaming monitor, which made its debut in 2021, promising pro-level gaming performance to enthusiasts. Among the most advanced computer monitors, this device stands out because of its ultrawide 34-inch Nano IS display with a 3440 x 1440 resolution. The screen is curved, providing visual immersion. This device boasts NVIDIA G-SYNC Ultimate technology for reducing screen tearing, and it also supports AMD FreeSync. With a maximum 180Hz refresh rate, the device provides excellent motion handling. Continue reading to see how it ranks against the best selling gaming monitors on the market.	The LG 34GP950G-B(This review) has a higher 180Hz refresh rate compared to the 160Hz of the LG 34GN850-B. These two monitors have a similar 34-inch… The LG 34GP950G-B(This review) has a higher 180Hz refresh rate compared to the 160Hz of the LG 34GN850-B. These two monitors have a similar 34-inch IPS screen size, but they differ in the supported variable refresh rate (VRR) tech. While the LG 34GP950G-B natively supports G-SYNC, the LG 34GN850-B natively supports FreeSync	Featuring a similar 34-inch curved screen, IPS panel type, and HDR10 tech, the LG 34GP950G-B, and the LG 34GP83A-B are very similar. However, the LG… Featuring a similar 34-inch curved screen, IPS panel type, and HDR10 tech, the LG 34GP950G-B, and the LG 34GP83A-B are very similar. However, the LG 34GP950G-B has a local dimming feature, which is not present on the LG 34GP83A-B. The two monitors support different anti-tearing technologies, with the LG 34GP950G-B having native NVIDIA G-SYNC, while the LG 34GP83A-B is compatible with G-SYNC.	Being LED-backlit, the LG 34GP950G-B gets brighter in HDR mode (656-nit peak brightness), than the QD-OLED Dell Alienware AW3423DW, which has a peak brightness of… Being LED-backlit, the LG 34GP950G-B gets brighter in HDR mode (656-nit peak brightness), than the QD-OLED Dell Alienware AW3423DW, which has a peak brightness of 484 nits. The Dell monitor, on the other hand, has a better 0.4 ms rise-and-fall response time than the 3.9 ms of the LG device. In terms of darkroom performance, the Dell monitor provides deeper black levels, featuring an infinite contrast ratio, compared to the LG’s 836:1.	The LG 34GP950G-B is very similar to its predecessor, the LG 34GK950F-B, with both monitors having a 34-inch 3440 x 1440 screen and an IPS… The LG 34GP950G-B is very similar to its predecessor, the LG 34GK950F-B, with both monitors having a 34-inch 3440 x 1440 screen and an IPS panel. The newer gaming monitor goes one better, featuring HDR10 tech, which is missing on the older model.
Frequency Low	3 hz	–	–	–	–
Panel Type	LCD	–	–	–	–
Resolution	1280 × 720	–	–	–	–
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