LG Display has unveiled a new contender in the high-end gaming monitor space — a 27-inch OLED panel boasting a blistering 480Hz refresh rate coupled with a crisp 1440p resolution. 

LG’s new panel surpasses its own “Dual-Hz” monitor, which required switching to 1080p to reach 480Hz. This latest offering delivers the full refresh rate at its native 1440p resolution.

More importantly, it directly challenges Samsung’s recent OLED panel with a 360Hz refresh rate at 1440p. LG’s panel ups the ante by offering a higher refresh rate while maintaining a sharper resolution.

LG 480Hz OLED monitor

However, do note that the 480Hz refresh rate might be overkill for most gamers. Studies suggest the human eye’s maximum observable rate ranges from 50-90Hz, with some individuals reaching over 500Hz under specific conditions. Therefore, 480Hz sits right at the edge of human perception in optimal scenarios.

On top of this, the panel also boasts a 0.03ms response time, claimed to be the fastest on the market. It’s really cool to see (or hear) these advanced features, but remember, they’re not cheap. OLED screens are already expensive, and LG’s latest technology is going to make them even pricier.

Beyond raw speed, LG’s “META Technology” promises improvements in brightness and viewing angles. The company further claims the panel emits the “lowest level of blue light in the industry,” which will help reduce eye fatigue during extended gaming sessions.

While specific monitor models featuring this panel haven’t been announced yet, LG plans a rollout within the first half of 2024. CES 2024 will also see the company showcase its entire lineup of OLED gaming displays, ranging from 27 inches to a hefty 45 inches.

All in all, LG’s new OLED panel redefines the possibilities of gaming display technology, though its practical benefits might be limited to a niche audience.

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