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LG 45″ OLED Ultrawide 5120 x 2160@165Hz 45GX990A and 45GX950A

Silly question here

By comparing the same size monitors LG 45-in the 3440 X 1440 version next to the 5k2k version.

I'm talking purely gaming here.

If you put both monitors side by side and have the same game on, are you seeing a lot more of the game with the 5k2k?

Is the game World extremely more detailed due to the much higher resolution?

Or does the game handle it the same on 45 in or both games would look virtually the same
 
Bigmonitorguy said:
For non-gaming usage, the 8K2K 140ppi G95NC is clearly better. I think the 45GX950A would be nice as a gaming monitor. I would still go with the adjustable curve version (45GX990A) because I find 800R to be way too much curve for anything other than gaming, and I always end up doing some things other than gaming on all my computers.
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The 45GX990A will have better contrast, blacks, color vibrancy and brightness, but the lower PPI will decrease image sharpness especially on such a large screen. For productivity the G95C is the king, I love the desktop real estate and the image quality for gaming is still fantastic. Its biggest downside is having to fuck around with settings to get 5K2K to work in games because for some inexplicable reason Samsung is too retarded to include it as a native profile in the EDID.
 
Zorachus said:
Silly question here

By comparing the same size monitors LG 45-in the 3440 X 1440 version next to the 5k2k version.

I'm talking purely gaming here.

If you put both monitors side by side and have the same game on, are you seeing a lot more of the game with the 5k2k?

Is the game World extremely more detailed due to the much higher resolution?

Or does the game handle it the same on 45 in or both games would look virtually the same
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I am sure the monitor experts will chime in, but with the same aspect ratios the rendered scale of what is displayed in a game will look exactly the same except sharper and more detailed on the 5K2K monitor.
 
Zorachus said:
I do love the LG 45 Ultragear, absolutely amazing for games, and with the 3440 X 1440 res, not to [H]ard on the system

But this new version with the crazy 5k2k resolution will be a beast to run. Can't imagine even a 5090 will run games smoothly at Ultra settings at that insane res, this is 40% more resolution than 4k so whatever benchmarks you see for 4k games, deduct 40% from those for this 5k2k monitor to see what you'd get.
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It's only 1/3rd wider than a 4k monitor and current versions are only 165hz

The 5090 will be just fine.
 
Blade-Runner said:
The 45GX990A will have better contrast, blacks, color vibrancy and brightness, but the lower PPI will decrease image sharpness especially on such a large screen. For productivity the G95C is the king, I love the desktop real estate and the image quality for gaming is still fantastic. Its biggest downside is having to fuck around with settings to get 5K2K to work in games because for some inexplicable reason Samsung is too retarded to include it as a native profile in the EDID.
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Does the G95C work ok at 5K2K if you muck around with settings? I'm guessing it's a custom resolution. Do you get 5K2K with black bars on the sides? Are there instructions somewhere on how to do this? I never tried it on mine.
 
Blade-Runner said:
I am sure the monitor experts will chime in, but with the same aspect ratios the rendered scale of what is displayed in a game will look exactly the same except sharper and more detailed on the 5K2K monitor.
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Yeah that's what I thought too, but is the game world detail at the higher 5k2k res like a HUGE noticeable difference in sharper clear more detail over 3440? Or just a bit more?
 
Zorachus said:
Yeah that's what I thought too, but is the game world detail at the higher 5k2k res like a HUGE noticeable difference in sharper clear more detail over 3440? Or just a bit more?
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For games, the difference in sharpness and detail should be fairly small. Even with the 110 PPI AW3423DW, the detail and sharpness are good in games.
 
Bigmonitorguy said:
Does the G95C work ok at 5K2K if you muck around with settings? I'm guessing it's a custom resolution. Do you get 5K2K with black bars on the sides? Are there instructions somewhere on how to do this? I never tried it on mine.
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Based on my testing so far it works fine in Guardians of the Galaxy, Doom Eternal, Control, Ghosts of Tsushima and The Ascent. The only game it doesn't seem to work with is Hell Divers 2 which insists on stretching all resolutions below native 7K. You are however limited to 120hz refresh rate, but I honestly don't expect these types of games to be hitting 240 fps at 5K2K for another couple of GPU generations. For me that is a non-issue.

Yes it is a custom resolution, and you need to use the Scaled Resolution Editor to inject the profile into the graphics driver. You then have to stuff around with GPU scaling in the driver software to force rendering of the native aspect ratio when in game. The closest there is to a guide is the SRE forum:

https://www.monitortests.com/forum/Thread-Scaled-Resolution-Editor-SRE?page=1
 
I checked out the previous version in store and found the curve kinda okay. Unlike my Neo G9 57, the LGs curve is uniform and doesn't do the strange pinch in the center and level off at the sides thing so its much more pleasing to use as far as curves go.

I would be all over this if it wasn't such an obvious stepping stone. LG has moved on from MLA which this panel uses and they've gimped it to 165hz to save $18 per unit in BOM with the DP 2.1 implementation. Next years 240hz version using 2025's new generation panels is what I'm looking forward to.
 
Bigmonitorguy said:
For non-gaming usage, the 8K2K 140ppi G95NC is clearly better. I think the 45GX950A would be nice as a gaming monitor. I would still go with the adjustable curve version (45GX990A) because I find 800R to be way too much curve for anything other than gaming, and I always end up doing some things other than gaming on all my computers.
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I spend half my time working on my 800r and I have no issues. I prefer it to flat. , less eye strain for me. But i am old your mileage may vary. For gaming , of course , it is unsurpassed .
 
SoCali said:
I checked out the previous version in store and found the curve kinda okay. Unlike my Neo G9 57, the LGs curve is uniform and doesn't do the strange pinch in the center and level off at the sides thing so its much more pleasing to use as far as curves go.

I would be all over this if it wasn't such an obvious stepping stone. LG has moved on from MLA which this panel uses and they've gimped it to 165hz to save $18 per unit in BOM with the DP 2.1 implementation. Next years 240hz version using 2025's new generation panels is what I'm looking forward to.
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Good to know. Now I do not feel bad about waiting and of course, saving my marriage as I wait in line , on line for a shot at the latest Best Buy drop for a 5080. I am in line for a PNY and a Gigabyte. I had a shot until my BB password went south and I had to reset. Still there but I doubt that I will be successful
 
165 Hz isn't going to cut it on an OLED, especially when they already announced 240 Hz versions of this monitor for late in the year.
 
SoCali said:
I checked out the previous version in store and found the curve kinda okay. Unlike my Neo G9 57, the LGs curve is uniform and doesn't do the strange pinch in the center and level off at the sides thing so its much more pleasing to use as far as curves go.

I would be all over this if it wasn't such an obvious stepping stone. LG has moved on from MLA which this panel uses and they've gimped it to 165hz to save $18 per unit in BOM with the DP 2.1 implementation. Next years 240hz version using 2025's new generation panels is what I'm looking forward to.
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Such a monitor will eventually come, but IIRC there was no such panel listed on the roadmap for 2026. The only "RGB" panel that was listed on the LG roadmap that TFTCentral made was some 27/32 incher that will start production at the end of this year. I wouldn't count on a tandem RGB OLED version of this display in 2026.

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Vega said:
165 Hz isn't going to cut it on an OLED, especially when they already announced 240 Hz versions of this monitor for late in the year.
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I mean, with 5090, in path traced titles with frame gen, you aren't going to get much more than 120fps or so if you are lucky. I could see tapping into 240Hz in some titles or on a 6090 or 7090 down the road, but I am not sure I want to wait for 240Hz. I mean, I'd probably turn on DLAA which knocks frames way down (certainly no where near 240) even with framegen before tapping into higher frame rates. I'm not sure if or when 240Hz would really see much use except in older competitive titles. Don't we think realistically we won't see a bendable 240Hz monitor for more like two years considering that version doesn't even have a release date?

And don't forget that this is more pixels than normal 4k. I agree a 240Hz version would be "endgame," however. I'm not sure more than 165Hz is going to make much difference in the next 2-3 years unless you a frame rate over image quality kind of person.

Of course, I'd hope to get at least 6-7 years of use and may be ten years of use out of this monitor so I agree the relatively low refresh rate is disappointing in that regard.
 
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My biggest worry is, if I go from my current LG 45 Ultragear with 3440 X 1440 res to this new 5k2k version, is, my fps in games will literally drop in half or worse.

I really want to see these 2 monitors side by side playing the same game to truly tell the image quality and detail difference in actual games. I mean of course the resolution difference alone is MASSIVE, 5 million pixels vs what 11 million pixels? That's a huge clarity jump, is that gigantic pixel difference also a HUGE upgrade in game world detail?
 
Bigmonitorguy said:
Does the G95C work ok at 5K2K if you muck around with settings? I'm guessing it's a custom resolution. Do you get 5K2K with black bars on the sides? Are there instructions somewhere on how to do this? I never tried it on mine.
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I Just tried it on mine all you have to do is download the CRU Custom resolution utility I followed a reddit post someone made where they set 5120x2160 as a custom resolution using CRU its still sharp on odyssey neo g9 57 but I still miss having oled instant response time so I am looking at selling my odyssey neo and switching to the 45'' LG oled at 5120x2160 and anytime you want to reset the display to defaults just press t
he reset all button within the program and all is good.here is the reddit post https://www.reddit.com/r/ultrawidemasterrace/comments/1ifeoa3/samsung_neo_g9_57_rtx_5090_fix/


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Zorachus said:
My biggest worry is, if I go from my current LG 45 Ultragear with 3440 X 1440 res to this new 5k2k version, is, my fps in games will literally drop in half or worse.

I really want to see these 2 monitors side by side playing the same game to truly tell the image quality and detail difference in actual games. I mean of course the resolution difference alone is MASSIVE, 5 million pixels vs what 11 million pixels? That's a huge clarity jump, is that gigantic pixel difference also a HUGE upgrade in game world detail?
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you will see a difference in visual fidelity but if you have doubts it might be best to wait for best buy to get it in stock and order from them that way if you decide to return it you won't have to worry about a restocking fee if you buy it direct from LG they usually charge a restocking fee for an opened item. But if you can't wait and don't mind paying without the discount amazon is another option. I came from the 45'' 3440x1440 and went to the samsung odyssey neo g9 57 its a nice noticeable increase you will see a difference even going to 5120x2160 its not that big of a drop from the 7680x2160 on the samsung its kinda like going from 4k to 5k if you ever seen a 5k screen Also everyone saying 165hz is not enough for oled we do have the option to run the monitor at 330hz if you drop the resolution down to 2560x1080p and I think that will be enough for me Oled even at 165hz has to be faster than the samsung at 240hz or really close comparing it to a VA panel
 
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SoCali said:
If you use HECAxxxxx with your zip code or random zip code it accepts for 15% off, it's $1699. Check out with Rakuten for another $169 cash back bringing it to where it should be around the $1500 mark.
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SoCali said:
How do we checkout with rakuten I have the browser extension and I try to activate it but it stays red after I enter the hecca discount code ?
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Blackstone said:
I mean, with 5090, in path traced titles with frame gen, you aren't going to get much more than 120fps or so if you are lucky. I could see tapping into 240Hz in some titles or on a 6090 or 7090 down the road, but I am not sure I want to wait for 240Hz. I mean, I'd probably turn on DLAA which knocks frames way down (certainly no where near 240) even with framegen before tapping into higher frame rates. I'm not sure if or when 240Hz would really see much use except in older competitive titles. Don't we think realistically we won't see a bendable 240Hz monitor for more like two years considering that version doesn't even have a release date?

And don't forget that this is more pixels than normal 4k. I agree a 240Hz version would be "endgame," however. I'm not sure more than 165Hz is going to make much difference in the next 2-3 years unless you a frame rate over image quality kind of person.

Of course, I'd hope to get at least 6-7 years of use and may be ten years of use out of this monitor so I agree the relatively low refresh rate is disappointing in that regard.
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My sentiment as well. How often can you expect to run modern games with RT at more than 165 fps at 5K2K, especially given so many developers are now pumping out unoptimised trash with the expectation that you need to use frame generation just to get a playable experience.
 
Have it in my cart for 1600 odd plus taxes, but WOLED is a clear downgrade from QD-OLED, any plans from Samsung for a similar QD OLED panel?
 
Blade-Runner said:
My sentiment as well. How often can you expect to run modern games with RT at more than 165 fps at 5K2K, especially given so many developers are now pumping out unoptimised trash with the expectation that you need to use frame generation just to get a playable experience.
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I think 165 Hz is fine, unless you want to play older, less demanding games, run at 4K 16:9, or use multi-framegen on a 50 series GPU. These displays just feel a lot like an in-between product in the same way those 175 Hz 34" models were. That doesn't mean you shouldn't buy them, but prepare to be a bit disappointed in a year or two if there's a 240 Hz model with higher HDR brightness.

There's always outlier games. idTech engine games especially are absolute performance monsters even with all bells and whistles, based on Doom Eternal and Indiana Jones & The Great Circle. Then there's games like Resident Evil 4 Remake that can easily run at 4K 120 fps even without DLSS. On the flipside there's Silent Hill 2 Remake that runs like an absolute turd on everything despite not looking any better than RE4R.

Zorachus said:
My biggest worry is, if I go from my current LG 45 Ultragear with 3440 X 1440 res to this new 5k2k version, is, my fps in games will literally drop in half or worse.

I really want to see these 2 monitors side by side playing the same game to truly tell the image quality and detail difference in actual games. I mean of course the resolution difference alone is MASSIVE, 5 million pixels vs what 11 million pixels? That's a huge clarity jump, is that gigantic pixel difference also a HUGE upgrade in game world detail?
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Don't forget DLSS. DLSS looks a lot better when used with a 4K+ display because the target resolutions are higher than on a 1440p display. The new DLSS transformer model looks really good where it's hard to see the difference compared to native 4K when actually playing.

I do think 4K can resolve a lot more detail in a good way, especially with modern games having very dense levels of detail everywhere. It's maybe less relevant in fast paced games, where you are constantly moving, or eSports shooters with a simplistic aesthetic.

I'd want the 5K2K just for desktop use though. Even if it's not as sharp as my Samsung G95NC, it's still a helluva lot better than the 45" 3440x1440 models that I feel are really "gaming only" displays.
 
kasakka said:
I think 165 Hz is fine, unless you want to play older, less demanding games, run at 4K 16:9, or use multi-framegen on a 50 series GPU. These displays just feel a lot like an in-between product in the same way those 175 Hz 34" models were. That doesn't mean you shouldn't buy them, but prepare to be a bit disappointed in a year or two if there's a 240 Hz model with higher HDR brightness.

There's always outlier games. idTech engine games especially are absolute performance monsters even with all bells and whistles, based on Doom Eternal and Indiana Jones & The Great Circle. Then there's games like Resident Evil 4 Remake that can easily run at 4K 120 fps even without DLSS. On the flipside there's Silent Hill 2 Remake that runs like an absolute turd on everything despite not looking any better than RE4R.


Don't forget DLSS. DLSS looks a lot better when used with a 4K+ display because the target resolutions are higher than on a 1440p display. The new DLSS transformer model looks really good where it's hard to see the difference compared to native 4K when actually playing.

I do think 4K can resolve a lot more detail in a good way, especially with modern games having very dense levels of detail everywhere. It's maybe less relevant in fast paced games, where you are constantly moving, or eSports shooters with a simplistic aesthetic.

I'd want the 5K2K just for desktop use though. Even if it's not as sharp as my Samsung G95NC, it's still a helluva lot better than the 45" 3440x1440 models that I feel are really "gaming only" displays.
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I just tested it and fps in some modern games I get about 70-90 on 7680x2160 and 5120x2160 on the odyssey neo g9 57 I get about 100-130 so nothing like 240 @ 5120x2160 so waiting for 5k2k @ 240hz with current gpus 5090 waste of time really. 165hz is enough and if not you can always lower the resolution to 330hz for competitive games
 
Bigmonitorguy said:
Haven't heard of any, unfortunately.
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I know samsung is releasing 27'' 500hz 1440p qd oleds this year the only other one who might be releasing something similar is ASUS but after what ASUS did with the 5000 series cards I don't want them tot have any of my money charging 3000+ for a 5090 is absurd.
 
Broke down and ordered it, will be nice to replace my 3 displays with just one. Early April delivery so still likely have some time to cancel if I change my mind. 1750 otd. Also my flawless AW3423DW, G28A and EA274Wmi will probably end up in FS soon.
 
Blade-Runner said:
Maybe its an optical illusion, but the curve on the 45GX990A looks more aggressive. Also does not look that much smaller than the G95NC, which explains the lower PPI I suppose.
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Yes, the curve on the LG is more aggressive (800R vs 1000R). The LG is about 13" less wide.
 
I have the older LG 45 Ultragear, and the 800r curve is AWESOME and literally a week after having the monitor that curve disappears and going to a flat display looks super odd strange.
 
Two years ago I bought the CORSAIR XENEON FLEX 45 with adjustable flat to 800R curvature because I was scared about the curve and I didn't want to commit to it.
I can confirm that in a few days I got used to the curve, and I never used it flat at all. Useless feature for me.
And the funny part is I have flat monitors at work and I have no problems switching from flat at work to curved at home every day. It's amazing how fast the human eye can adapt.
 
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