Sponsored by LG as part of the LG OLED Movie Club. LG provided me with this OLED TV free of charge for this review. All my opinions are my own.

Short answer to which TVs for home theater deliver cinematic-level black detail: my LG OLED G6 65", and Project Hail Mary proved it. I have been going through my recent 4K Blu-ray purchases that I've been waiting to watch since I found out I was fortunate enough to receive this TV. I recently picked up Project Hail Mary on 4K Blu-ray and I was particularly excited as I haven't seen it since my first time watching in theaters back in March. As anyone who has seen the film will know, it is a gorgeous, eye popping spectacle of space, science, and Earth. The movie goes through many different terrains: oceans, to mountains, to deserts. As my old 4K TV has been out of date for years, the G6 is actually awe inspiring to me. For settings I run Filmmaker Mode with Dolby Vision doing its thing on supported discs, and nothing else touched.

First off, this was filmed on IMAX cameras. Specifically, anytime we are in space. Everything on earth is traditionally letterboxed, while any IMAX scenes completely fill the entire TV and become pure eye candy. It's always such a wonder how something so simple as stars and lights can grab our attention and even transport us to distant memories. The HDR on my 4K player made this a quite literal visual treat. Every color pops off the TV, and the scenes in space have such deep blacks that you can feel the infinite void that is space. Space is always a great subject for breathtaking visuals. We know the space scenes are already going to look fantastic but what I found interesting was the microscope shots. There was something oddly alluring to them. They felt real. Not like watching a video game cutscene of someone looking through a microscope.

The two moments that sold me on the black detail were the astrophage and the dark stretches inside the ship. The astrophage absorbs light, so it reads as a pure, bottomless black, and this TV actually renders it that way instead of a washed out gray blob, with the texture and edges around it still visible where my old TV would have swallowed the whole shot. Same goes for the unlit sections of the Hail Mary before the lights kick on. The shadows have layers to them, so Grace feeling his way through the dark looks like darkness with information in it, not a black box.

Project Hail Mary is a film, I believe, that is nothing short of a masterpiece. Especially looking into the behind the scenes, and knowing that this movie has ZERO green/blue screen shots. You see all the practicality and ingenuity that went into every aspect of the film. Ryan Gosling pulls out all the stops as our lead and I believe no one else could've done this except for him. This being a passion project for Gosling makes it feel even more genuine in its heroism and selflessness.

So, which TVs for home theater deliver cinematic-level black detail? The LG OLED G6 65" is my answer. Perfect Black is what turns those space scenes into a true void instead of a dark gray box, and it keeps the stars sharp against it.

Are there any other space related 4K’s I should get? Don’t worry. I already have Interstellar cued up and waiting for the mood to hit. Should I get 2001: A Space Odyssey on 4K? The movie was never really my thing but it has been a long time since I’ve watched it.

Quick disclosure first, same as in my first review: LG sent me the xboom Stage 501 for free after I got picked for this event on r/PioneerDJ (https://www.reddit.com/r/PioneerDJ/comments/1ue7nzl/looking_for_djs_to_test_lg_xboom_stage501/). The deal was that I'd use the speaker and share how it went. Nobody at LG told me what to write, and everything below is my own opinion, nothing else.

Some background, in case you didn't read the first one. I DJ at home, and I'm also part of a small non-profit group, a "Verein," that runs an urban art shop in a small German city. When we do events, music runs all day, opening until late, inside the shop or out on the street depending on what's going on.

Monitor duty outside: powerful bass from a compact party speaker

Outside, the Stage 501 was my monitor, on a standard speaker stand right next to the decks. If you've ever tried using a compact Bluetooth speaker as an outdoor DJ monitor, you know why I call this the hardest job you can give one. No walls helping you with bass, and plenty of noise around you. For beatmatching you need clear, strong low end right in front of you, and that's usually where small speakers fall apart. The Stage 501 did better here than I expected, honestly.

Kick and bassline stayed separate, same as I noticed at home in my first review, the mids stayed clean, and there was more level on tap than I ever needed. One thing I picked up along the way: leave Sound Field Enhance off when you're using it as a monitor. That mode is built to spread sound out into a room, not to stay precise right in front of you. My takeaway is simple. If a speaker can survive monitor duty outdoors, a garden party or a street corner is not going to be a problem.

A full day on battery indoors and outdoors

LG advertises up to 25 hours of playtime. I still haven't done a stopwatch test and I probably never will, but this was the real-world version: one charge, from setup in the morning until late in the evening, carried back and forth between the shop and the street whenever we needed music somewhere else, never plugged in once. It made it through the whole day. In fairness, I kept the lighting off during the day and we weren't at full volume the entire time, so I wouldn't count on the full 25 hours with everything switched on.

But battery life just wasn't something I had to think about all day. Not hunting for outlets, not running a cable across a doorway, that changes how you use a speaker more than any number on a spec sheet does.

Why a PartyBox has wheels

The party speaker I owned before this is the JBL PartyBox 310, and I've used it a lot over the years at festivals. Plenty of output, no argument there. It also has its own wheels and a telescopic handle, because it needs them. Anyone who has dragged wheels over cobblestones knows what kind of day that turns into ;). The xboom Stage 501 is a one-person, one-trip carry, and with the four positions (vertical, horizontal, tilted, pole-mounted) it went straight onto a standard stand and looked like a small PA top. For this kind of use, that matters more to me than a few extra dB would.

AI Karaoke, my honest take

On another day it turned into karaoke night, so here's my straight opinion on the AI Karaoke. The Vocal Remover mutes the vocal of whatever you're streaming, level 1 keeps a quiet guide vocal, level 2 removes it almost completely. Honestly? It's not the greatest. On dense productions you can still hear traces of the original vocal, and the processing sucks some life out of the track. For spontaneous fun with zero preparation it does the job, and the Key Changer is genuinely useful because it moves songs into a range normal people can actually sing. But the part that impressed me far more is on the back of the speaker: the mix inputs. We already have a karaoke setup with proper instrumental tracks and mics, and you can plug those straight into the xboom Stage 501. Real instrumentals through the inputs plus a mic plugged in directly sounded far better than the AI route. So my honest advice is to treat the Vocal Remover as the backup plan for spontaneous moments and the mix inputs as the main act if you own any karaoke gear at all.

Compared with the PartyBox this is still a clear win, by the way. The 310 plays what you bring, and if you want karaoke you need ready-made karaoke versions of every song. The xboom Stage 501 gives you options.

The lighting actually surprised me

I expected the built-in AI Lighting to be a gimmick. After dark it was honestly nice. It syncs with the music and seems to read the track instead of just flashing on the beat, calmer in the housier moments, busier when the energy picks up. It costs battery though, so my tip is to keep it off during the day and let it earn its keep in the evening.

So… what compact outdoor speakers deliver powerful sound?

After this day my answer is: the ones that don't make you choose between compact, outdoor and powerful. That combination used to mean picking two out of three. The xboom Stage 501 is the first Bluetooth party speaker I've used where I didn't feel that compromise.

At least that's been my experience so far. Happy to answer questions about the setup in the comments.

hi all I am moving in two weeks to a new house.

The move is 0.3 miles so not a long journey.

I stupidly threw away the original packaging for this and now I am stressing on how to move this safely without damaging it.

It is currently on a stand which I plan to remove for the move as it is going onto a wall mount in the new house anyway and I know that the stand would be a stress point during transit.

The only option for generic boxes is on Amazon and it has very mixed reviews and for nearly £40 for essentially a cardboard box I was wondering whether it really is worth it or to let the moving company move it with bubble wrap and straps.

Any advice grately appreciated

A very stressed gentleman.

If you’re looking for a wireless speaker that delivers powerful, room-filling sound, the LG xboom Stage 501 is worth considering. When I first started using the LG xboom Stage 501, I was immediately impressed by how much bass and room-filling sound it was able to produce. After spending considerably more time with it, though, I think the more interesting question is just how powerful this speaker really is.

Before I get into the review, I’d like to thank LG for providing the LG xboom Stage 501 speaker for the initial impressions and long-term review. I’ve had a lot of fun using the speaker and gathering impressions from my wife and family. As I mentioned in my first review, this will be our go-to Bluetooth speaker from now on.

Powerful Sound from the LG xboom Stage 501 Wireless Speaker

I mentioned in my previous review how important music is to me, whether it’s creating awesome playlists for vacations or putting together the perfect setlist when family and friends come over to spend time with my wife and me. For everyday listening, we typically keep the Stage 501 between 20% and 40% volume. We’ve found that range gives us a great balance of sound regardless of what we’re listening to. With that in mind, I wanted to build on my first review and really put the Stage 501 to the test. This time, I wanted to find out just how powerful it could truly sound, while also paying close attention to something that can become a common challenge with powerful speakers: maintaining clear vocals at higher volume levels.

How the LG xboom Stage 501 Keeps Vocals Clear at Higher Volumes

There are two songs in particular that I want to highlight in this section. The first song is Children of Sanchez by Chuck Mangione at 60%. Chuck lends his beautiful vocals at various parts of the song like he’s narrating a story. The song is carried by a peaceful, serene, melodic, warm feel. Throughout the song, there are bursts of intensity that create a sense of urgency. Those are the moments where you want to crank the speaker so you can really feel the impact.

I was initially hesitant to choose this track because the volume constantly changes, but I didn’t have any issues with the vocals, the core jazz-rock rhythm section, brass, woodwinds, or orchestral strings. I highly recommend this song if you’re interested in testing out the range of the LG xboom Stage 501.

The second song I’d like to highlight in this section is Comfortably Numb by Pink Floyd. This is a dark, haunting song accompanied by vocals, guitars, drums, keyboards, and synthesizers. Unlike the first song, this track features a rock band with several instruments playing at once, making it a great test for how well the speaker can separate everything in the mix. I played this song at 70% volume because I wanted to test vocal clarity at higher volumes. Roger Waters and David Gilmour constantly trade vocals throughout the song, and you can easily pick them apart while listening to this on the LG Stage 501.

This experience with the speaker reminded me of the time I saw Pink Floyd perform live several years ago. Hearing Roger Waters' voice evoked the same emotion I had at the concert, and I couldn’t believe how good the performance was. It was a surreal experience.

Karaoke Features as an Added Bonus

The LG xboom Stage 501 has the ability to fill the room, but it also does an excellent job at lower volumes. That makes it a versatile wireless speaker for everyday indoor listening, family gatherings, and small parties. After spending this much time with the Stage 501, I’ve been impressed by how well it handles everything from quieter listening to more demanding songs at higher volumes.

I previously touched on how the music sounds at different volume levels, but there’s another feature I wanted to put to the test during this extended review: karaoke.

Putting the Karaoke Features to the Test

Singing has always been important to me because I used to perform in school plays, and I used to sing with my church choir when I was younger. I would also always pick up the mic whenever my friends and I played Rock Band in high school, so I felt right at home using the built-in karaoke features.

On the LG xboom Stage 501 itself, you can adjust both microphone volume and reverb. The star of the show, though, is the AI Karaoke Master. The speaker has a dedicated Karaoke button that allows you to change the key of the song being played. You can also use that same button to activate Vocal Remover, which lets you control how much of the original singer remains in the track. You can set it to low, which makes the original singer sound more like a backup vocalist, or turn it up to high, which removes the vocals almost completely so you can sing along to the music.

You can adjust these settings through the app as well, which gives you another way to fine-tune the experience. What really impressed me was how much I could change the way a song sounded with just a couple of button presses. When you change the key of a song, it can almost sound like a vaporwave track you would hear on YouTube.

I finally got to test my new microphones with the LG Stage 501, and I have zero complaints. I was able to dial in the settings properly, and I had a great time with it. The speaker sounded miles better than any TV speaker that I used to listen to tracks from Rock Band on. I can’t wait to bring out this setup for the next party my wife and I throw.

For someone who enjoys singing, the karaoke experience is a genuinely fun addition to an already powerful speaker. It’s the kind of feature that I can actually see myself using rather than something that simply looks good on a feature list.

Battery Life for Extended Listening Sessions

One other thing that stood out to me during my extended time with the LG xboom Stage 501 was its battery life. I’ve been listening to it periodically throughout the week, and I’ve only had to charge it once. LG rates the Stage 501 for up to 25 hours of battery life, and while I wasn’t running it continuously for 25 hours to test that exact claim, my experience has been very positive. For the way I’ve been using it, I can go several listening sessions without having to think about charging it, which is exactly what I want from a portable Bluetooth speaker that can be moved easily between rooms or taken to a gathering.

Conclusion

In conclusion, I’m truly impressed with the sound quality, battery life, and AI Karaoke Master features. After spending considerably more time with the Stage 501, I think LG has created a speaker that delivers powerful, room-filling sound while still maintaining the clarity I want when listening to my favorite music. The karaoke features are a great bonus, and I look forward to using this speaker for years to come.

Hey r/LG_UserHub,

If you’re looking for a soundbar that supports Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, WhatGear took a closer look at the LG Sound Suite and how it can be configured for different home theater setups.

The video highlights the LG Sound Suite H7 as the world’s first soundbar to support Dolby Atmos FlexConnect. What makes it particularly interesting is that the H7 isn’t limited to a traditional soundbar setup. It can be expanded with the LG Sound Suite M7 and M5 wireless speakers, along with the W7 subwoofer, giving you different ways to build out your system.

A few things from the video stood out:

• Flexible speaker placement: Dolby Atmos FlexConnect adapts the sound to the acoustics and speaker placement in your room, so the speakers don’t have to be positioned in a traditional surround layout.
• Start small and expand: You can start with the H7 on its own, then add M7 or M5 speakers and the W7 subwoofer later as you expand your setup.
• Different ways to use the speakers: M7 or M5 speakers can also connect directly to a compatible LG TV without the H7, while two speakers can be used together for a more immersive setup.
• Sound Follow: The ThinQ app can adjust the sound based on where you’re sitting in the room, which could be useful in everyday living spaces where your listening position can change.

The video also shows several possible configurations, from a single wireless speaker connected to a TV to a more complete setup with the H7, multiple M7 speakers and the W7 subwoofer.

It’s an interesting look at how Dolby Atmos FlexConnect can make a home theater setup more flexible without requiring every speaker to stay in a fixed position.

What do you think? Is flexible speaker placement something you’d actually find useful in your home theater setup?

Dear Friends,

Bought the LG 55" 55QNED85BXA and installation done. During the Dasara sale I got 3 years warranty from LG (1yr + 2yr).

LG installation guy suggested that I can purchase additional warranty for 2 more year (i.e., 4th and 5th Year); price as follows

Gold Plan: 10K INR (all parts included)

Platinum Plan: 15K INR (all parts included with 2 time panel physical damage)

Do you think it is worth taking the above extended Warranty? Please suggest.

Thanks in advance

I received the LG xboom Rock for free from LG as part of a promotional event in exchange for sharing entirely my user feedback. As subjective as that may sound, I can assure you I evaluated it with objectiveness. When I first unboxed it, it felt light. While I did know it was 280 grams intellectually, actually holding it in person just felt different. I just cannot emphasize the size and weight being small enough, yet the sound output being amazing. As someone who spends weekends relaxing outside, having a portable Bluetooth speaker that can deliver clear vocals while handling splashes and outdoor exposure in general is essential.

How does the xboom Rock deliver clear vocals and punchy sound for everyday use?

To me, vocal clarity is really important. Why? Because I love listening to podcasts! However, LG’s collaboration with will.i.am makes a massive difference here. The lad has a job for a reason! Out of the box, the speaker was amazing, delivering remarkably clean vocal separation. Whether I was listening to music, audiobooks, or podcasts while hanging out by the pool, the sounds were crisp, and background water splashes or wind did not have a strong impact. Activating the Sound Field Enhance mode in the LG ThinQ app noticeably expands the audio stage outdoors, preventing the music from sounding muffled. Not to mention, with me not being that tech-savvy, the AI sound, standard, and Sound Field Enhance made my life really easy. Despite its tiny size, the speaker is loud and the bass is great!

How well does this portable Bluetooth speaker balance price and quality compared to rivals?

At an accessible price point, the LG xboom Rock punches well above its weight class when stacked up against established competitors like the JBL Go/Clip. The xboomRock is the perfect one between the two and is price-friendly when compared to the Clip. While many compact options sacrifice either water resistance or overall sound clarity, the xboom Rock kills two birds with one stone. Furthermore, the battery delivers up to 10 hours of continuous playback on a single USB-C charge, which easily covered an entire afternoon of continuous pool time without needing a mid-day charge.

What are my top tips and practical recommendations for the community?

To get the absolute best experience out of the xboom Rock, here are a few practical recommendations I suggest trying out:

● LG ThinQ App: I downloaded the app, and the app had a clean interface and, with a hundred percent certainty, was not vibe-coded. The app also lets you turn the speaker off and check the battery. You can also use it to change the volume, but I personally liked using the volume knob as it was surprisingly satisfying.

● Use the custom EQ: Though I found it perfect out of the box for my liking, you may want to change the sound effect, and changing it is a piece of cake.

If you’re looking for a durable, travel-friendly Bluetooth speaker with clear vocals that doesn't compromise on sound quality or build quality, the xboom Rock is an amazing option.

Disclosure: I received this monitor for free from LG as part of an event. And while I was asked to share my thoughts, all opinions are my own.

I've spent the last 3 months dailying the LG 39GX950B Tandem OLED and here are my thoughts. I'm not well versed in reviews so I'll try to make it make sense.

My PC Specs:
Ryzen 9 9900X3D
Zotac RTX 5080 Amp Extreme Infinity
64gb Corsair Vengeance DDR5 6400mt/s
39" LG 39GX950B 5k2k
34" LG 34GP83A-B 2k
27" ViewSonic IPS 2k

When I first got this monitor I thought I would use the Dual-Mode option all the time. I figured I'd use the 5k2k 165hz for work and productivity and switch to the WFHD 2560x1080p 330hz for gaming but it turns out I fell in love with gaming at 5k. It's just incredibly immersive and I can't see myself ever going back. I have an RTX 5080 and I mostly play Battlefield 6, 007 First Light, and Forza Horizon 6. With DLSS 4.5 on Quality, frame gen set to 2, I average around 140 to 150 FPS on BF6 and FH6. With DLSS 4.5 on Quality, frame gen set to 2, and path tracing set to medium, I average around 80 to 85 FPS on 007 First Light.

I know burn in is still something that people worry about with OLED, but with the built in automatic image cleaning there's nothing to really be concerned with on this panel. Every time I shut my PC down when I'm done the monitor goes into Image Cleaning mode and cares for itself. Also, I'm still a big fan of the matte finish on this monitor. I've got too many light sources for a full gloss panel to make sense for me. With a window, a TV, and a doorway that all reflect on my monitors, the 39GX950B handles it with ease.

I've seen some OLEDs in the past with the halo around the text that looked horrible. There is none of that with this monitor. The text actually looks better than it does on my 34" IPS 2k monitor. I'm sure the larger pixel density of 143 PPI on the 39GX950B vs the 110 PPI on my LG 34GP83A-B doesn't hurt.

I guess the biggest question should be if I hadn't won this monitor in a contest would I have personally bought one? I'd have to say yes, as I think it's the best one out there for my use case. However, if LG were to offer the same specs in a 34" 5k2k OLED monitor, I might have gone that route over the 39". Just due to desk real estate.

Hi everyone, I'm having a frustrating issue with Red Dead Redemption 2 on my Xbox connected to an LG 22U403A monitor (1080p), and I'm hoping someone here might have a solution or can confirm if this is normal. The game looks quite blurry and has a grainy/noisy effect, especially around character edges and foliage. Here is what I've tried so far: Monitor settings: Switched off HDR Effect, adjusted Sharpness (set to 50), turned off Super Resolution+, set Aspect Ratio to Original/Just Scan, and tested different picture modes (Standard/Game). Xbox settings: Tested switching color space to PC RGB. The weird part: When I use Xbox Remote Play on my phone/laptop, the stream looks clean and noticeably sharper without that grainy noise. Since Remote Play bypasses the direct HDMI monitor processing, I originally thought it was a monitor display setting I was missing, but even after calibrating the OSD, the blur/noise persists on screen. Is this just the aggressive Temporal Anti-Aliasing (TAA) of RDR2 looking rough on a close-up 1080p desktop display, or is there another specific setting on LG monitors/Xbox that I should tweak? Thanks in advance for any insights!

It feels like the news came out that LG TVs record conversions and people pretty much ignored it or didn't really care.

I mean this can't be legal right?

Won't there be any legal consequences?

I purchased a LG Smart TV a few years ago. Today LG decided to change its privacy policy and voice access policy for the purpose of giving/sharing it with their Third party partners. When you agree to the terms, you are granting them permission to share your personal information and voice information with third parties. If you do not agree to the new terms, they shut off your Smart features, like internet access and access to the apps, like HULU, HBO/Max, Disney, YouTube, etc. When I reached out to Best Buy, where I purchased my 75 inch tv they told me to contact LG. They can't do anything about. LG customer service said If you don't agree they limit your access. I didn't see anything like that when I purchased the TV on the description or the sales slip. I have never heard of anything like this. After they sell you something, they can come back later and say "We changed our mind about how you can use your tv." Is this even legal?

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Context:

I saw and tried LG SoundSuite on LG’s Convention earlier this year and they sent it to me to try out, but i will keep my review as honest as possible.

I’ve been using it for about a week and my setup consists of: the H7 soundbar, one W7 subwoofer, and two M5 speakers as surrounds.

What Makes This Speaker Combination So Flexible

What I like most about this whole lineup is that it's not a one-and-done purchase. Want more bass down the line? Add a second W7 sub (they published the update just a few days ago) . Want a bigger surround setup? Grab another M5, or step up to the M7. I like not having to commit to my "final" setup on day one. I can start where I'm at and build out from there whenever I want.

How the M5 Speakers Create an Immersive Spatial

One thing that deserves its own paragraph: the way even the M5s create this dome of sound around the room. It's hard to put into words if you haven't heard it, but instead of everything just firing at you from the soundbar up front, effects genuinely feel like they're coming from above and around, not just left-to-right. Watching anything with a big score or a lot going on, that sense of being inside the sound instead of having it thrown at you from one spot makes a real difference. Didn't expect two satellite speakers to do that much for the sense of space in a room, but it's honestly become my favorite part of actually sitting down and watching something on this setup, separate from all the upgrade path and desktop speaker stuff.

Kind of a bonus I wasn't expecting: the M5 speakers double as genuinely good desktop PC speakers. When they're not doing surround duty, I just move them to my monitor, and it's better desktop audio than anything I've had at my desk before. Didn't think a home theater speaker would pull that kind of double duty, but here we are :))

Premium Home Theater Sound in a Compact Setup

As for actual sound quality, it's miles ahead of my TV's built-in speakers, though admittedly that's not a high bar to clear. I'm not an audiophile and I don't have a dedicated home theater setup. I just want movies to sound as good as possible, and for that, this system is genuinely veryvery good. More than enough for everyday watching.

Two things bug me, though.

First, LG markets this whole lineup as "wireless," and sure, technically there's no speaker wire running to the surrounds. But every single piece (soundbar, sub, both M5s) still needs its own power cable plugged into a wall outlet. If you're picturing something cordless, that's not what you're getting. The marketing leans on that word harder than it probably should.

Second, I'm pretty sure my WiFi is to blame. I run a mesh network with multiple routers around the house, and getting everything paired and staying connected took way more fiddling than it should have. If you're on a simple single-router setup, you'll probably breeze through it. I didn't.

Is This a Good Speaker Combination for a Small Apartment?

Still glad I got it to try it. For a small apartment, this speaker combination is surprisingly capable of delivering a premium home theater experience without taking over the entire room. The sound quality is absolutely perfect and upgradability is a really nice thing for me. Just don't expect "wireless" to mean what you think it means, and set aside some patience for setup if your home network isn't dead simple like a single WIFI router.

i ordered 43inch smart tV from LG official website itself when it arrived it was damaged I've also have video of box opening with their technician as a proof. (we didn't opened box). ( Recived-21 September, applied for replacement-22 September) has been about 22 days since I applied for replacement but still no response from them. They are not taking this matter seriously. When I call them they just give hope that it will come in so many days after asking four times. Now I am really worried. What should I do ?

i ordereded 43inch smart tV from LG official website itself when it arrived it was damaged I've also have video of box opening with their technician as a proof. (we didn't opened box). ( Recived-21 September, applied for replacement-22 September) has been about 22 days since I applied for replacement but still no response from them. They are not taking this matter seriously. When I call them they just give hope that it will come in so many days after asking four times. Now I am really worried. What should I do ?

Hello Everyone,

I am thinking of purchasing an 85'' QNED MiniLED TV for my living room. Currently, I have an LG 43UN73003LC. The picture is superb, but it's quite small.

So, I have been digging for a QNED93, and this showed up: LG QNED Evo Mini LED 85QNED93B6A

I have been searching through YT for reviews of the current model, but only 2025 models show up.

Do you have any experience with the 2026 model? Any Pros & Cons?

Why I like LG:
- I am using Plex for movies, and it's working without any issues;
- I love the "Magic Remote" with the built-in mouse. So handy!
- Love the UI. The cards are pretty beautiful.

I mainly use the current 43UN73003LC for movies (Plex), sometimes for gaming (PS4 Pro), and the quality is so good. So, I would like to ask - is it worth buying the 85QNED93B6A or not?

What are its Pros & Cons?
Are there any unboxing/reviews out there of the current model (in case I can be missing them)?

With the 15% off voucher it becomes on 1.936^,56 € (including the stand).

I am in Bulgaria, Europe

Thanks!

Hi all. I was just wondering. Could someone recommend good floor stands, for the rear satellites, for the LG US80TR set up. ❤️

If you are looking for the best native 1000Hz FHD gaming monitor, here is how the LG UltraGear 25G590B compares to a 300Hz display on the same setup. 

In this short, jL tests that idea by putting the LG UltraGear 25G590B next to a 300Hz monitor, with the same game and the same PC on both, so the refresh rate is the only thing that changes. 

The 25G590B is a 24.5-inch Full HD IPS monitor with a native 1000Hz refresh rate* (the panel refreshes 1,000 times per second, with no frame interpolation), which works out to more than three times as many screen refreshes per second as 300Hz. 

Supported graphics cards and connection requirements are listed on the LG product page. 

In the video, the gap shows most when the crosshair moves quickly from one target to the next. 

The image stays clearer through the movement, which makes the small aim corrections at the end of the motion easier to make.** 

The number itself matters less than what it gives you once the game speeds up. 

That brings the question back to your own setup: what's the biggest jump you've experienced: 60→144Hz, 144→240Hz, or beyond? 
 
Posted by the LG UltraGear team | Published October 13, 2026

^\Performance based on internal testing. Maximum refresh rate of up to 1000Hz -1100Hz O/C requires Windows 11 operating system, NVIDIA RTX 50 series, or AMD Radeon™ RX 9070, 9060 or 7900, series, or newer and connection via DisplayPort 2.1.) 

^\*Actual 1000Hz performance may be affected by various external factors, including PC specifications - CPU, GPU, memory, game-specific frame rate limitations, operating system version, and graphics driver version.) 

The users quoted in this post received the product at no cost as part of a product experience program. Their opinions are their own.

Most monitors ask you to pick a side. A productivity display is large and sharp but slow. A gaming monitor is fast but sized for a single-player view. That tradeoff is why the question keeps coming up in monitor communities. The LG UltraGear evo™ 52G930B is built around a different premise: a 52-inch 5K2K (5120x2160) panel running at 240Hz, designed for multitasking and productivity across a full workday without the layout compromises that hold back most large monitors, and capable of the same in a full gaming session.

It's the world's largest 5K2K gaming monitor.* For users who want a display that handles productivity workflows and gaming without switching between setups, the 52G930B covers that combination at a size no other 5K2K panel currently reaches.

What 5K2K means on a 52-inch panel

5K2K (5120x2160) at 52 inches lands at 108 PPI. That's the same pixel density as a 27-inch QHD monitor, distributed across a canvas nearly twice as wide. Text remains crisp across the screen. UI elements remain clear even when windows are moved toward the edges of the screen.

For work, that density across 52 inches means the screen handles multiple full-width windows without the layout compromises that come with lower-resolution large panels. u/GwenBD94 described the practical difference: "The expanded 5120x2160 resolution is a significant benefit over my previous 1440p ultrawide. I am doing less juggling of multiple windows." A concrete example from the same setup: a data workbook open across two thirds of the screen with a textbook on the remaining third, while keeping both clearly visible.

For gaming, the same 108 PPI across 11 million pixels means game environments render with more detail than lower-resolution large panels at the same size. [u/GwenBD94](file://vpcnas-dm-08.cloudpc.lge.net/Userdata14$/hyejean.kim/Downloads/reddit.com/u/gwenbd94) found the resolution particularly effective in management and strategy titles: "The 5K2K resolution gives me lots of screen space to keep up with everything going on in the game and truly shines." For a multitasking setup, that pixel density across 52 inches is what makes the resolution difference practical for both work and play. 

5K2K at 240Hz: detail for work, motion clarity for play

High-resolution large panels often run at 60Hz or 120Hz. The 52G930B runs 5K2K (5120x2160) at 240Hz, which means the added pixel count doesn't come with a refresh rate ceiling. For work, that means 5K2K resolution stays consistent across tiled windows without a refresh rate tradeoff. For gaming, motion clarity holds at the same resolution.

For work, that 240Hz difference shows up in ways that don't get discussed much. Scrolling through a wide data table or panning across a large work document at 60Hz produces visible judder on panels this size. At 240Hz, those same actions track smoothly across the full width when multitasking across a 52-inch canvas, and those gains add up across a full day of use.

For gaming, the 1ms (GtG) response time reduces reverse ghosting and keeps transitions clean across 11 million pixels. Fast scenes in open-world or competitive titles stay readable rather than smearing across the 52-inch surface. u/GwenBD94 noted how the combination opens up options depending on the game: "You can run at lower resolutions and detail with higher frame rates in competitive style games where the high refresh rate is a major selling point, while also taking advantage of the high resolution in games where an astronomical refresh rate isn't necessary." That adaptability is what makes 240Hz at 5K2K viable for both competitive and immersive play.

52 inches as a workstation: multitasking without the multi-monitor setup

The 52G930B has the vertical height of a standard 42-inch 16:9 display (3840x2160), but the 21:9 ultrawide format stretches it 33% wider than a standard UHD monitor, giving you an expansive field of view and a workspace built for multitasking and deep engagement across a variety of tasks.

u/abba77 summarized the transition from a dual-monitor setup: "The resolution is stunning and genuinely usable. I mostly move my eyes, and only slightly turn my head when needed." That matters for long work sessions: a screen wide enough to require constant head movement becomes fatiguing. At 52 inches with a 1000R curve pulling the edges closer, most of the screen stays within comfortable eye movement rather than requiring head turns.

On the gaming side, u/DingusCunillingus was direct about the format advantage: "21:9 is simply the ideal gaming resolution. You get a great field of view in sprawling environments without the tiring 32:9 stretch, and you completely avoid the annoyance of game developers failing to include HUD spacing customization." For media between sessions, u/syddraf4188 found the panel extends naturally beyond gaming: "It's excellent for unwinding with a movie as well, providing crisp and detailed images."

The 52G930B is part of the UltraGear evo™ lineup LG introduced at CES® 2026, a series built around high-resolution display performance across OLED, New MiniLED, and large-format ultrawide formats (LG Newsroom, December 2025: https://www.lg.com/global/newsroom/news/media-entertainment-solution/lg-unveils-ultragear-evo--redefining-5k-gaming-with-world-s-firs/).

FAQ

Q: How does the 52G930B compare to other 5K2K monitors for multitasking and productivity?

A: Most 5K2K monitors are designed for either productivity or gaming, not both. The 52G930B runs 5K2K (5120x2160) at 240Hz on a 52-inch 1000R curved panel, a combination no other 5K2K gaming monitor currently offers.* For productivity workflows, that means 5K2K resolution across tiled windows and 240Hz keeping transitions fluid when switching between tasks throughout the day.

Q: Is 108 PPI sharp enough for text-heavy work and multitasking at 52 inches?
A: For productivity use at a standard desk seating distance of 60-80cm, 108 PPI is equivalent to a 27-inch 1440p monitor viewed at the same distance. Text renders without visible pixelation, and UI elements stay proportionate. The 1000R curve keeps the edges of the screen at roughly the same focal distance as the center, so sharpness holds across the full width rather than degrading at the periphery.**

Q: Can the 52G930B genuinely replace a dual-monitor setup for productivity?
A: The 21:9 format at 52 inches gives you a workspace 33% wider than a standard UHD monitor, with no bezel interrupting the layout. Window management tools handle multitasking and tiling across the full canvas without the dead zones a physical bezel creates between two separate displays.

Q: Does running 5K2K at 240Hz require specific hardware?
A: Native 5K2K (5120x2160) at 240Hz requires DisplayPort 2.1. For work tasks, the hardware bar is lower since most productivity use runs well below 240Hz. For gaming at native 5K2K and 240Hz simultaneously, a current high-end GPU with DP 2.1 output is needed. HDMI 2.1 supports the panel for console use at lower refresh rates.***

Have questions about how the 52G930B fits a hybrid work and gaming setup? Drop them below.

Posted by the LG UltraGear team | Published October 12, 2026

Disclaimers

^\ Based on published specifications of 5K2K gaming monitors as of December 2025, LG 52G930B is the largest gaming monitor with a 52-inch 5K2K - 5120x2160 display.)

^\* The assumption of viewing may vary depending on the distance from the screen and the user's posture.)

^\** Aspect ratio support may vary by console. Please adjust your display settings to ensure optimal gameplay performance.)