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LG 27GS50F-B 27-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Ultragear Gaming Monitor with 180Hz, 1ms MBR, HDR10, AMD FreeSync, HDMI, DisplayPort, 3-Side Virtually Borderless Design, Black

LG 27GS50F-B 27-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Ultragear Gaming Monitor with 180Hz

Bottom line: The LG 27GS50F-B 27-inch FHD Ultragear Gaming Monitor with 180Hz: 180Hz refresh rate for fluid, fast-paced FPS and competitive play; main trade-off: 1080p FHD on a 27-inch panel means lower ~81 PPI sharpness.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 180Hz refresh rate for fluid, fast-paced FPS and competitive play
  • ✓ 1ms MBR setting cuts motion blur in fast on-screen action
  • ✓ AMD FreeSync delivers virtually tear-free, stutter-free gameplay
  • ✓ 3-side virtually borderless panel suits dual-monitor battlestations

Cons

  • ✗ 1080p FHD on a 27-inch panel means lower ~81 PPI sharpness
  • ✗ Tilt-only stand — no height, swivel, or pivot adjustment
  • ✗ HDR10 is entry-level; FHD panel limits real HDR impact
  • ✗ No built-in speakers; audio only via headphone-out jack

Manufacturer description

The UltraGear 27GS50F-B gaming monitor is your new weapon of choice. Featuring a 27" Full HD display with a blazing 180Hz refresh rate, every frame is vivid, clear, with super smooth motion. Thanks to AMD FreeSync, you’ll experience gameplay with virtually no stuttering or tearing. The 3-side virtually borderless design keeps your focus on the action, while OnScreen Control lets you adjust on-screen settings with ease. With 2 HDMI ports, DisplayPort, and a headphone out jack, you’ve got all the connectivity you need. ¹Actual refresh rates may vary depending on computer graphics…

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SpecPicks scored LG 27GS50F-B 27-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Ultragear Gaming Monitor with… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the gaming monitors category. Compare with similarly-priced alternatives in the gaming monitors category before committing. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for gaming monitors of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Ascend your game with the speed of UltraGear - Experience next-level FHD gaming performance.
  • 180Hz Refresh Rate & 1ms MBR - Gear up for smooth gameplay at up to 180Hz refresh rate and 1ms MBR. The faster speed and smoother action lets you respond quickly to opponents and stay a step ahead of the competition.
  • AMD FreeSync - AMD FreeSync equips gamers with a fluid, virtually tear-free gaming experience. With up to a 180Hz refresh rate at Full HD resolution and low latency gameplay, you'll never miss a frame of the action as you play at peak performance.
  • Gamer-Centric Design - Lose yourself in the game with a three-side virtually borderless, ultra-thin design that optimizes space on your battlestation. With two HMDI ports and DisplayPort connectivity on a tilt adjustable display, game to your specs.
  • HDR10 Color - Immerse yourself in a world of brilliant and dramatic color and contrast with HDR10 support.
  • Enhanced Gaming GUI - Choose from a variety of modes including Gamer, FPS or RTS to optimize display settings for the best view possible.

Full Specifications

BrandLG
ColorBlack
ShapeFlat
Brightness250 candela_per_square_meter
Model Name27GS50F-B.AUSQ
ResolutionFHD 1080p
Color Gamut72
Screen Size27 inches
Aspect Ratio16:9
Display TypeLCD
Model Number27GS50F-B.AUSQ
Refresh Rate180 hertz
Adaptive SyncFreeSync
Mounting TypeWall Mount
Response Time5 milliseconds
Screen FinishMatte
Viewing Angle178 degrees
Contrast Ratio3000:1
Native Resolution1920x1080
Power Consumption17.1 watts
Full listing titleLG 27GS50F-B 27-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Ultragear Gaming Monitor with 180Hz, 1ms MBR, HDR10, AMD FreeSync, HDMI, DisplayPort, 3-Side Virtually Borderless Design, Black

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