Performance before pixels

INTUITIVE INTERFACE: IT PRIORITISES SPEED, RESPONSIVENESS, USABILITY

- Arthur Goldstuck

What is it?

The LG UltraGear 27-inch Full HD 240Hz gaming monitor doesn't seek to dazzle with flashy gimmicks or cutting-edge resolutions. Instead, it prioritises speed, responsiveness, and usability.

Its success lies in how it challenges assumptions about what makes a monitor great, focusing not on overstated specifications but on what truly enhances gameplay.

The monitor should also be seen in a specific context; that of gaming becoming a cultural phenomenon and an economic driver worldwide. In South Africa, the gaming industry is growing rapidly as esports gain traction and more players invest in high-performance setups.

This trend brings a critical question into focus: what elements of technology improve the gaming experience? LG's UltraGear monitor, with its emphasis on speed and clarity, invites users to reconsider whether features like 4K resolution are indispensable for competitive play.

Central to the UltraGear's appeal is its remarkable 240Hz refresh rate. This feature, which refreshes the screen 240 times per second, creates exceptional fluidity in motion. Competitive gamers know milliseconds can mean the difference between winning and losing, and the monitor's capabilities reflect that reality.

Some say the jump from 144Hz to 240Hz—a typical upgrade for gamers—is not significant, but it was noticeable.