# LG UltraGear evo GM9 27GM950B 27-inch 5K Gaming Monitor

The LG UltraGear evo GM9 27GM950B is a 27-inch monitor listed with a 5K native resolution and a dual-mode gaming specification. It is designed to switch between 5K at 165Hz and QHD at 330Hz, so buyers can choose detail or a higher refresh rate for fast-paced play.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: LG
- Model: UltraGear evo GM9 27GM950B-B.AEK
- Category: Computers > Computer Monitors
- Price: 899.00 GBP
- Previous price: 1098.95 GBP
- Discount: 18%
- Price checked: 2026-11-14T09:51:21.796Z
- Rating: 4 / 5
- Reviews: 7

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## At a glance

- Dual-mode listing specifies 5120×2880 at 165Hz or 2560×1440 at 330Hz. The higher-refresh option uses a lower resolution.
- The listing describes built-in 5K AI upscaling and HDR features, including DisplayHDR™ 1000.
- USB-C is listed, and the feature text claims up to 90W power delivery alongside display output and data transfer.
- Listed adaptive sync includes FreeSync Premium and G-Sync Compatible.

## Pros

- The two stated display modes offer a choice between 5K detail and a higher refresh rate at QHD.
- 5K resolution and a 27-inch panel may suit text-heavy work as well as detailed gaming.
- USB-C connectivity is described as supporting display, data and up to 90W charging.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: LG
- Model: UltraGear evo GM9 27GM950B-B.AEK
### Display and video
- Screen size: 27 Inches
- Screen technology listed: mLED
- Native resolution: 5120x2880
- Maximum display resolution: 5120 x 2880 Pixels
- Resolution description: 5K UHD 2880p
- Aspect ratio: 16:9
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
- Response time: 1 Milliseconds
- Contrast ratio: 1000:1
- Screen finish: Matte
- Brightness listed: 750 Candela per Square Meter
- Viewing angle: 178.2 Degrees
- Colour gamut value: 99.0
- Picture enhancement: 5K AI Upscaler, DisplayHDR™ 1000, HDR Effect, VESA Dual-Mode
- Special features: 5K AI upscaler, Adaptive Sync, Built-In Speakers, DisplayHDR™ 1000, Dual-Mode \(5K 165Hz / QHD 330Hz\)
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible
### Connectivity and ports
- Connectivity types listed: DisplayPort, HDMI, USB Type C
- Hardware connections listed: DisplayPort, HDMI, Headphone, USB Type C
- HDMI ports: 2
- USB ports: 3
- Video-out ports: 4
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions (D × W × H): 24.9D x 61.4W x 53.5H centimetres
- Weight: 8.5 Kilograms
- Mounting types listed: Desk Mount, Wall Mount
- Form factor: Flat
### Additional details
- Colour: Black
- Warranty listed: 2 Years Manufacturer Warranty

## Before you buy

- Listing details are inconsistent: the resolution field calls the display “5K UHD 2880p”, while separate native and maximum-resolution fields state 5120x2880. Brightness is listed as 750 Candela per Square Meter in specifications but feature copy claims a 1250-nit peak. The 5K 165Hz and QHD 330Hz modes are stated in feature text, while the general refresh field says 165 Hz. Check the intended configuration and claims against the selected listing.

## In the box

- HDMI cable (Included)
- DisplayPort cable (Included)
- 2 × USB-C cables (Included)
- Stand (Included)

## A good fit for

- Gamers who want a high-resolution 5K mode and a separate higher-refresh QHD mode.
- Desktop users who value a high pixel count for detailed on-screen text and images.
- Setups that can use a USB-C connection for display, data and the claimed device charging.

## Less suited to

- Buyers who require 330Hz while retaining 5K resolution. The listed 330Hz mode is QHD.
- Buyers who need a settled brightness figure before purchase, as the listing gives conflicting values.

## Customer feedback

Aggregate ratings are mixed, with a substantial share in the four- and five-star categories and a smaller two-star share. The sample is small and no customer comments are supplied, so it does not show what prompted the lower ratings or establish how the monitor performs in use. Buyers should weigh that limited feedback alongside the listed 5K and QHD dual modes and the specification discrepancies.

## Frequently asked questions

### What resolutions and refresh rates are listed?
The listing describes 5120×2880 at 165Hz and 2560×1440 at 330Hz. The higher refresh rate is paired with QHD, not 5K.
### Is the monitor’s listed resolution consistent throughout the page?
No. A resolution field says “5K UHD 2880p”, while separate native and maximum-resolution fields give 5120x2880. The listing also gives conflicting brightness figures, so confirm these details before buying.
### What is claimed for USB-C?
Feature text claims USB-C supports display output, data transfer and up to 90W device charging. The technical details also list USB Type C connectivity.

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