# LG 39GX950B-B

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/lg-39gx950b-b
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/gaming-monitors
- Placement: #18 of 23 in Gaming Monitors, D tier
- Brand: LG
- LP on this board: 337
- Last researched: 2026-08-16T02:14:29.658Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
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## Verdict

One of the best large ultrawide gaming experiences available, with strong HDR and excellent image quality. Its large OLED panel and specialized format make it a less conservative long-term purchase.

## For

- Immersive large ultrawide format
- Strong HDR picture quality
- Deep blacks and bright highlights
- Wide color range and sharp panel
- Excellent HDR image quality

## Against

- Large OLED panel makes aging and replacement more consequential
- Specialized ultrawide format is less conservative for long-term ownership
- Large size requires substantial desk space
- Specialized ultrawide format is not ideal for every setup

## Evidence

Consolidated from 32 cited sources across 29 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| PC Gamer | pcgamer.com | A | https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-monitors/lg-ultragear-evo-gx9-39gx950b-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| TFTCentral | TFTCentral | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1Upy7jhRHc | fetched and confirmed |
| TFTCentral | Simon Baker | C | https://tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/lg-ultragear-evo-39gx950b | fetched and confirmed |
| r/ultrawidemasterrace | u/omni_gamer | C | https://www.reddit.com/r/ultrawidemasterrace/comments/1tcjiy2/a_very_honest_review_of_the_39gx950b/ | fetched and confirmed |
| r/ultrawidemasterrace | u/Bobzyouruncle | B | https://www.reddit.com/r/ultrawidemasterrace/comments/1u7q9op/lg_39gx950b_first_impressions_work_and_play_in_a/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Hardforum | hardforum.com | B | https://hardforum.com/threads/lg-39gx950b-39-5120-x-2160-oled-165hz-ultrawide.2045541/page-2 | fetched and confirmed |
| PC Monitors | Adam Simmons | B | https://pcmonitors.info/lg/lg-ultragear-39gx950b-b-evo-gx9-165hz-oled/ | fetched and confirmed |
| 7items | 7items | C | https://7items.com/monitor/dell-u4025qw-vs-lg-39gx950b-b-linux-coding-desk/ | fetched and confirmed |
| VARGE | Lamec M. | B | https://www.pcvarge.com/lg-ultragear-evo-gx9-39gx950b-b-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| ScreenDetect | screendetect.com | C | https://screendetect.com/devices/lg-ultragear-evo-39gx950b | fetched and confirmed |
| VideoCardz.com | WhyCry | B | https://videocardz.com/newz/lg-39gx950b-b-5k2k-oled-monitor-gets-official-1799-price-shipping-in-may | fetched and confirmed |
| ThePCEnthusiast | Peter Paul | B | https://thepcenthusiast.com/these-are-the-best-5k2k-oled-monitors/ | fetched and confirmed |
| PCGamesN | Edward Chester | B | https://www.pcgamesn.com/lg/39gx950b-b-gaming-monitor-price | fetched and confirmed |
| r/OLED_Gaming | u/Sir_Piglet | C | https://www.reddit.com/r/OLED_Gaming/comments/1rmlhq3/my_first_impressions_of_the_lg_39gx950b_39_5k2k/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Digitec | Samuel Buchmann | B | https://www.digitec.ch/en/page/the-big-monitor-preview-2026-41367 | fetched and confirmed |
| Monitors Unboxed | Monitors Unboxed | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9JFDLilNhLc | fetched and confirmed |
| GadgetVerse | GadgetVerse | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fk7FJ3x2KqA | fetched and confirmed |
| Tinkr \| Reviews & Guides | Tinkr \| Reviews & Guides | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5gshrYXgIs | fetched and confirmed |
| Damian Plays and Stuff | Damian Plays and Stuff | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HDZFLIPEOo | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Finds And Reviews | Tech Finds And Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kUboRai48U | fetched and confirmed |
| RTINGS Computer | RTINGS Computer | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHb677ZTdmg | fetched and confirmed |
| Machine Whisper | Machine Whisper | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WkTZLurHGI8 | fetched and confirmed |
| MrDroidTech | MrDroidTech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEHUwQTOQsg | fetched and confirmed |
| PolarBuilds | PolarBuilds | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_-JXwbys6Y | fetched and confirmed |
| Trending Tech | Trending Tech | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKbfowBWL_8 | fetched and confirmed |
| The Review Hub | The Review Hub | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQ062ge1zRY | fetched and confirmed |
| ECPU | ECPU | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMxbc2JkVaw | fetched and confirmed |
| PolarBuilds | PolarBuilds | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFEzVispBuA | fetched and confirmed |
| Info Fusion 2.0 | Info Fusion 2.0 | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lo21UEj-rVo | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Mint | Tech Mint | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3mRmkSa8g4 | fetched and confirmed |
| VerifiX Verdict | VerifiX Verdict | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsMc6D4CN74 | fetched and confirmed |
| Games On Displays | Games On Displays | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRO_XdcB-uU | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 13 | Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDP | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-rog-swift-oled-pg27aqdp |
| 14 | Gigabyte MO27Q28G | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/gigabyte-mo27q28g |
| 15 | Alienware AW2725DF | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/alienware-aw2725df |
| 16 | ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQWMG | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-rog-strix-xg27aqwmg |
| 17 | ViewSonic Omni VX2728J-2K | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/viewsonic-omni-vx2728j-2k |
| 19 | LG UltraGear 27GX790A | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/lg-ultragear-27gx790a |
| 20 | MSI MPG 322UR X24 QD-OLED | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/msi-mpg-322ur-x24-qd-oled |
| 21 | Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27AQWP-W | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-rog-swift-oled-pg27aqwp-w |
| 22 | Sony InZone M10S | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/sony-inzone-m10s |
| 23 | ASUS ROG Swift Pro PG248QP | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/asus-rog-swift-pro-pg248qp |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/gaming-monitors.

## What this tier means

- D: Weak. Hard to recommend when better options cost similar money.

## How to read this

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