# TechRadar Review: LG UltraGear Evo 39GX950B-B 5K2K Tandem OLED Monitor

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Published on Savlume: 2026-09-28T19:00:00.000Z
Content updated: 2026-10-11T19:16:41.055Z
Source publication time: 2026-09-28T19:00:00.000Z
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TechRadar reviewed the LG UltraGear Evo 39GX950B-B, a 39-inch 5K2K (5120x2160) ultrawide gaming monitor built with a fourth-generation tandem OLED panel and a 165Hz native refresh rate. The reviewer praised its exceptional pixel density, vibrant HDR highlights reaching up to 1,500 nits, and a versatile 1080p 330Hz Dual Mode option. However, the display requires high-end PC hardware to maintain smooth frame rates, runs warm during extended sessions, and faces steep competition at its $1,799.99 list price.

## Media review

The reviewer judged the LG UltraGear Evo 39GX950B-B an exceptional ultrawide gaming display for image quality and HDR, but considered its price and demanding 5K2K resolution significant drawbacks.

Attribution: TechRadar Reviews · Isaiah Williams, Future / TechRadar
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- Source-reported strength: The reviewer praised the 5K2K image detail and HDR performance in games including Horizon Forbidden West.
- Source-reported strength: The reviewer found the matte anti-glare finish useful in a bright room and reported no text-clarity issues.
- Source-reported strength: The reviewer found the 1080p 330Hz Dual Mode and AI upscaling useful options for reducing demands on the PC.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer called the $1,799.99 reported starting price a potential dealbreaker, particularly alongside cheaper competition.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer said the 5K2K resolution puts greater demands on the GPU.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer noticed high temperatures after a few hours of use.

### What resolution and refresh rate does Dual Mode offer?

The review says Dual Mode supports 2560×1080 at up to 330Hz.

### What GPU does the reviewer suggest for high frame rates at 5K2K?

The reviewer says at least an RTX 4080 Super or RTX 5070 Ti, or higher, would be preferable.

### How did the reviewer describe ABL during use?

The reviewer reported little to no ABL trouble during gaming, but said it was more noticeable during desktop work and in movies or TV; the uniform brightness setting was offered as a workaround.
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TechRadar Reviews: https://www.techradar.com/computing/monitors/lg-ultragear-evo-39gx950b-b-review

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