LG 27UD88-W 27" 16:9 4K IPS Monitor

The 27-inch LG 27UD88-W is a sharp-looking 4K monitor that delivers a highly detailed picture, wonderful gaming performance, and plenty of features, including a USB-C port.

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  Sharp UHD image detail. Excellent gaming performance. AMD FreeSync enabled. USB-C port. Highly adjustable stand.

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  Slightly skewed greens. Short 1-year warranty.

It’s incredible how quickly the 4K monitor market went from non-existent to strictly competitive. Only a few other categories of PC peripherals – like mechanical keyboards – force companies into a more ruthless race to the top. There are many options, of excellent quality, at affordable prices.

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  Attractive design, Great bundled ergonomic stand, Lots of connectivity, Good on-screen menu controls, Sharp, bright image

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  Color accuracy is mediocre, More expensive than similar alternatives, Short warranty

There's no denying that the 27UD88-W is a beautiful monitor that displays gorgeous games in full 4K resolution. There's also no denying that it's considerably more expensive than something like the Acer B286HK : another 4K gaming monitor that looks just as good, features better PBP options, and...

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  Bright, colorful display, FreeSync plays nicely with AMD machines, Elegant, simple design, USB-C port and quick charge support

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  Pricey, Not enough worthwhile presets, Lackluster PBP options

"Throw in a very slim bezel and sleek silver and white styling, and you have a very attractive 4K monitor for work and play."

Year by year, the world is migrating from 1080p. 1440p is now become the sweet spot even for mid-range graphics cards. Even consoles are making a break for the 4K horizon, courtesy of the PS4 Pro and Microsoft's Project Scorpio.

Usually I never comment on items I buy but I wanted to share my story of finding a monitor. I have owned the version 68 of this exact monitor and to my surprise it is different in more ways then just the USBC AND USB 3 in the back.1. The actual screen and bezel are different from the 68 version.

I purchased 2 of these monitors, after having purchased (and returned) the Apple approved 5K (Model: 27MD5KA-B.AUSA). These are fine and are basically 1/2 the price of the 5K version.

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  Features/Settings

I love this display -- it's perfect for a USB-C Apple setup -- and charges my Apple MacBook Pro while using it. Nice flexibility and sharp picture. It's as nice as the one sold by Apple.

I was looking for a monitor to go with my 2017 15" MacBook Pro with touch bar. I didn't think it would be that big a deal until I started doing research and realized there weren't that many options because of the USB-C drama.

Pro's:It is extremely lightweight and attractive. The display, when viewed in isolation, is excellent.Cons:I use this as a second monitor next to a 2017 iMac and.... it ain't the same. By comparison, the LG cannot achieve anything close to the brightness of the imac.