In addition to unveiling several new TV models and technologies at CES 2021, LG also introduced a new monitor that shouldn’t go unnoticed. Several of LG’s previous UltraFine displays have supported 4K or 5K resolution and feature IPS panels, as well as both USB-C and HDMI connections for added flexibility. The newest monitor from LG takes a cue from the company’s award-winning OLED TVs, and that’s as big of a deal as it sounds.
OLED technology has been LG’s calling card for most of the past decade when it comes to TVs. The company released its first full-sized TV with an OLED panel – which stands for organic light-emitting diode – back in 2012, and has continued to make innovations with the technology over the years. Slowly, OLED panel technology has started to make its way into mobile devices like tablets and smartphones. Now, LG is bringing that same impressive tech to its monitor lineup.
The new LG UltraFine OLED Pro monitor will be LG’s first OLED monitor and features individual dimming for each of its more than eight million pixels. Individual dimming allows every single pixel to operate independently in order to help the display more accurately darken or brighten certain areas of the picture, resulting in detailed black levels and impressive contrast. The monitor will be a 31.5-inch 4K display, and will come with several connections including USB-C, standard USB and HDMI ports.
LG’s New Monitor Could Be Revolutionary For Gamers
Traditionally, OLED has been a fan-favorite for gamers, especially since LG’s OLED displays are compatible with features like Nvidia G-SYNC to produce an intriguing combination of picture quality and smooth gameplay. LG even released the CX 48-inch OLED TV in 2020 to deliver its game-changing panel technology in a size that’s more suitable for consistent gaming. However, the common complaint surrounding this smaller OLED – besides the $1,500 price tag – is that it still isn’t small enough for some gamers.
The UltraFine OLED Pro monitor likely won’t ease the stress on a potential buyer’s wallet, since there have been previous UltraFine models that have arrived with prices north of $1,000. However, at just over 31 inches, this new OLED may just be the perfect size for those who want all of the benefits of the technology mixed with with a smaller form factor. As with most things in life, one size doesn’t fit all but, this new monitor, in conjunction with LG’s expansive lineup of 2021 OLED TVs that range from 48 to 83 inches, should make it easier for even more consumers to find the right OLED option for them.
