Tuesday, April 7th 2026

LG Kicks Off Pre-Orders for UltraGear EVO GX9 and GM9 Gaming Monitors

LG Electronics, the #1 OLED Gaming Monitor Brand in the USA, today announced pricing and availability for two new additions to its 2026 UltraGear Evo gaming monitor lineup: the LG UltraGear Evo GX9 (model: 39GX950B-B), the world's first 39-inch 5K2K curved OLED gaming monitor, and the LG UltraGear Evo GM9 (model: 27GM950B-B), a 27-inch 5K Hyper Mini LED gaming monitor. Both monitors bring next-generation display performance and AI-powered features to competitive and immersive gaming, giving players sharper visuals, faster response times, and smarter connectivity than previous generations. Both monitors are available for pre-order today at LG.com - The LG UltraGear GX9 at $1,799.99 and the LG UltraGear Evo GM9 for $1,199. Pre-orders placed through May 3 include the option to add LG Premium Care, extending the standard warranty by two years, for only $1.

LG UltraGear Evo GX9—World's First 39-Inch 5K2K Curved OLED
From the #1 OLED Gaming Monitor Brand in the USA the LG UltraGear Evo GX9 brings impeccable OLED picture performance to a size and scale not previously available, with near-instant 0.03 ms (GtG) response time and a 39-inch 5K2K canvas. As the world's first 39-inch 5K2K (5120×2160) curved OLED gaming monitor, its 21:9 ultrawide format with 1500R curve and 143 PPI pixel density, offering a wider, more panoramic view and crisp text clarity that pulls players deeper into the action.
"Perfect" OLED Picture Quality at Scale
4th Gen Primary RGB Tandem OLED technology reaches up to 335 nits typical brightness, supported by VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 and UL-verified Perfect Black, Perfect Color, and Perfect Reproduction certifications. The result is a display where deep blacks, precise color, and fine scene detail work together to make on-screen environments more readable and more immersive.

Speed and Responsiveness for Competitive Play
Dual-Mode refresh rates of 5K2K at 165 Hz or Wide Full HD at 330Hz6, combined with a near-instant 0.03 ms (GtG) response time, help ensure every movement registers immediately. NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro are also supported. AI Upscaling, AI Sound, AI Scene Optimization, and OLED Care are also included. Connectivity options include DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20), HDMI 2.1, and USB-C with 90 W power delivery.

The LG UltraGear Evo GM9—Next-Generation 5K Hyper Mini LED Gaming
The LG UltraGear Evo GM9 sets a new benchmark for 5K gaming with next-generation Hyper Mini LED technology. Designed for players who demand both cinematic picture quality and competitive speed, the 27-inch 5K (5120×2880) display delivers exceptional clarity at 218 pixels per inch, along with ultra-high brightness reaching up to 1,250 nits and VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification.
An evolution of Mini LED backlighting, Hyper Mini LED enhances precision and control with 9,216 mini LEDs and 2,304 local dimming zones. The GM9's robust brightness shines in the moments that matter most - from intense explosion scenes that surge with raw, visceral energy to starry night skies where crisp highlights emerge from deep, inky blacks. Combined with Zero Optical Distance tech, which brings the backlight closer to the panel, reducing light bleed and suppresses blooming, further reinforced by TÜV Rheinland-certified Anti-blooming Hyper Mini LED, producing deeper, more accurate blacks, higher perceived contrast, and cleaner visuals without distracting halo effects.

Dual-Mode Performance for Any Play Style
Dual-Mode refresh rates let players switch between 5K resolution at 165 Hz for cinematic, immersive gameplay and QHD at 330 Hz for fast-paced competitive play—all with a 1 ms (GtG) response time that keeps motion clear and ghost-free. NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium support deliver smooth, tear-free play across PC and next-gen console setups.

AI Features and Connectivity
Built-in AI Upscaling intelligently sharpens lower-resolution source content towards 5K resolution. AI Sound and AI Scene Optimization automatically adjust audio and picture settings to match what's happening on screen, reducing the need to manually tweak settings mid-session. DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20), HDMI 2.1, and USB-C with 90 W power delivery support high-bandwidth connections and desktop convenience in a single cable.

A Growing 2026 UltraGear Evo Lineup
The GX9 and GM9 join the 52-inch LG UltraGear Evo G9 (52G930B), as part of LG's expanding 2026 UltraGear Evo lineup. Together, the three monitors bring ultra-high-resolution gaming to a range of display sizes, panel technologies, and performance tiers - matching every setup, game type, and play style.
Source: LG Electronics
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12 Comments on LG Kicks Off Pre-Orders for UltraGear EVO GX9 and GM9 Gaming Monitors

#1
Onasi
The GM9, I assume, just like the slew of other 5K Mini-LED monitors with 165Hz and dual mode, is based on the same panel as the new Apple Studio Display XDR.
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#2
bonehead123
Ultra gear = Ultra price, hahahaha :D

But they do look nice & have a decent feature set, so there's that !
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#4
Vraelon
"27-inch 5K Hyper Mini LED"
This has to be deep in PPI diminishing returns territory for a monitor. Even 4K doesn't make much sense at 27" unless you have your eyes 1 foot from the screen.

I have better than 20/20 vision and at a normal sitting distance my 32" 4K monitor just matches my eyes.
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#5
nRag3
$1200 USD for a 27 inch? Features aside, I can't imagine this will be a volume seller....
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#6
Onasi
nRag3$1200 USD for a 27 inch? Features aside, I can't imagine this will be a volume seller....
Again, it’s almost a third of the price of the Studio XDR. It’s actually arguably a bargain and the only reason it even exists, if rumors are to be believed, is that Apple commissioned more panels production it ended up actually needing. Hence why these models got quickly announced as other vendors gobbled up the excess.
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#7
vigor
Again with curved garbage :mad:
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#8
mechtech
the LG UltraGear Evo GM9 (model: 27GM950B-B), a 27-inch 5K Hyper Mini LED gaming monitor
the LG UltraGear Evo GM9 for $1,199
www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-27gm950b-b-gaming-monitor

Hmmmm 1.06B colours but can't find if it's true 10-bit colour or 8bit + afc or something?
Contrast ratio seems meh as same as 10+ yr old plain IPS monitors.

Impressive stats, but I will wait for reviews.

Make a std 4k res, take out AI and price at $600usd and I will think about it.
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#9
trsttte
I'm surprised the GM9 is using DP2.1 UHBR20, was really expecting them to go for UHBR13.5, you can sometimes have nice things after all :) that price though :ohwell:

Hopefully MSI launches their version as shown in CES - 900$, glossy, kvm for 3 computers, only UHBR13.5 though.
VraelonThis has to be deep in PPI diminishing returns territory for a monitor
Nope, it's rigth on the sweet spot, the so called "retina" resolution. You'll need to use scalling of course, but the text will hardly ever look this crisp.
mechtechHmmmm 1.06B colours but can't find if it's true 10-bit colour or 8bit + afc or something?
www.displayspecifications.com/en/model/4c064617 says 8bit + FRC
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#10
Onasi
trsttteNope, it's rigth on the sweet spot, the so called "retina" resolution. You'll need to use scalling of course, but the text will hardly ever look this crisp.
The benefit is that you can just run 200% scaling so that it behaves like a 27 inch 1440p screen, which is more than reasonable, and use that same 1440p as a resolution in games since that also will be scaled perfectly. Or run DLSS Performance, same thing really.
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#11
redlock81
nRag3$1200 USD for a 27 inch? Features aside, I can't imagine this will be a volume seller....
I thought it was expensive also, then seen that it has an upscaling chip, any 1080p signal weather it be video games, YouTube, Netflix will get upscaled to 5k. As long as your video card can do 1080p 165hz you will always be hitting max refresh rate and at 5k that’s incredible, much cheaper than a 5090 and even that card can’t do 165 4k in some games. You are paying for the chip and I Pre-Orderd already, I’m tired of buying new graphics cards to keep up with my monitors. This is end game for me! I have a 5070ti and outputting 1080p should be good for years. 5k will look crispy and bright!
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#12
trsttte
redlock81I thought it was expensive also, then seen that it has an upscaling chip, any 1080p signal weather it be video games, YouTube, Netflix will get upscaled to 5k
You fell for the marketing spiel, hope you don't get too disappointed when the monitor arrives.

The upscaling won't be anything special, it certainly won't be any better than DLSS or FSR. The monitor is still prety nice anyway
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