Is a 4K Computer Monitor Worth It? LG 27UP850K-W.AUS Review
Worth it, with a refresh-rate caveat
Worth it or skip it?
Worth it if
- You prioritise sharper business documents, photos, and video on a 27-inch screen, and your computer can output 3840×2160.
Skip it if
- You are mainly buying for high-refresh gaming above the listed 60 Hz refresh rate.
Key facts
Native resolutionThis is the 4K resolution to check against your computer's graphics output and connection setup.
A clear 4K work choice
Choose this LG when sharper documents, photos, and video matter on a 27-inch screen and your computer can output 3840×2160. If high-refresh gaming is the priority, the listed 60 Hz refresh rate points elsewhere.
Buy on AmazonWhere the extra detail counts
A 27-inch document, photo, or video timeline sits on your desk, where fine detail matters more than frantic motion.
The useful trade-off
The LG 27UP850K-W.AUS uses a 27-inch IPS panel with native 3840×2160 resolution—four times the pixels of 1920×1080—and a listed 178-degree viewing angle. That gives detailed work more pixels to render, while the 60 Hz refresh rate sets a clear limit for high-refresh gaming.
Choose the pixels for business and multimedia; do not mistake the gaming features for a high-refresh display.
Before you choose
What resolution does this monitor use?
It has a native 3840×2160 4K UHD resolution on a 27-inch IPS display.
Is it suitable for high-refresh gaming?
It includes FreeSync and gaming response features, but its listed refresh rate is 60 Hz.
What is the intended use?
The listed specific uses are business and multimedia.
Full spec sheet
| Aspect Ratio | 169 |
|---|---|
| Screen Finish | Matte |
| Contrast Ratio | 12001 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 hertz |
| Display Type | LED |
| Display Technology | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178 degrees |
| Brightness | 400 cd |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.15 |
| Color Gamut | 95 |
| Picture Quality Enhancement Technology | DisplayHDR 400, HDR10 |
| Screen Size | 27 inches |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9.4"D x 24.2"W x 22.4"H |
| Item Weight | 5.9 kg |
| Resolution | 4K UHD 2160p |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 3840 x 2160 |
| Native Resolution | 3840x2160 |
| Response Time | 5 milliseconds |
| Connectivity Technology | DisplayPort, HDMI, USB Type C |
| Hardware Connectivity | DisplayPort, HDMI, USB |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync |
| Additional Features | Built-In Speakers, Dynamic Action Sync, Height Adjustment, High Dynamic Range, Pivot Adjustment |
| Specific Uses For Product | Business, Multimedia |
| Color | White |
| Shape | Flat |
| Brand | LG |
| Model Number | 27UP850K-W |
| Model Name | 27UP850K-W.AUS |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Included Components | DisplayPort Cable, HDMI Cable, Monitor, Power Cable, USB Type-C Cable |
| Power Consumption | 44 watts |
| Voltage | 240 volts |
| Total Number of HDMI Ports | 2 |
| Total Usb Ports | 1 |
| Total Thunderbolt Ports | 1 |
| Number of Component Outputs | 4 |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Screen Surface Description | Matte |
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