LG Ultragear 45GS95QE-B 45" Black

The LG 45GS95QE-B is a 45-inch curved OLED gaming monitor with 240Hz, 0.03ms response, and near-perfect blacks. It's one of the fastest, most immersive gaming screens we've ever tested. Just know that the low 82 PPI pixel density hurts text sharpness, and the $1,200-ish price tag is steep if you need dual-use. For pure gaming in a dark room, it's hard to beat.

LG's Ultragear 45GS95QE-B is the kind of monitor that makes you do a double take. It's a 45-inch curved OLED with a 21:9 aspect ratio that completely wraps around your field of view, and the numbers on paper read like a gamer's wishlist. You get 240Hz refresh, a near-instantaneous 0.03ms response time, G-Sync compatibility, FreeSync Premium Pro, and that signature OLED contrast with deep, inky blacks. In our testing, it earned a 94.7 gaming score, which puts it in the absolute best tier of gaming monitors we've tracked. If you've been dreaming of a screen that turns your desk into a personal theater, this is as close as you'll get without mounting a TV on your wall.

But this display isn't for everyone. At 45 inches diagonal with a 3440x1440 resolution, the pixel density lands around 82 PPI. That's similar to a 27-inch 1080p monitor, and it means text and fine details won't look as sharp as they do on a 4K panel or even a 34-inch 1440p ultrawide. The 800R curve is dramatic, pulling you into the image for games and movies, but it can feel a bit extreme for spreadsheets or web browsing. The ergonomics are middle-of-the-pack, with height, tilt, and swivel adjustments, so you can get comfortable, but the sheer size and weight (over 27 pounds) mean you won't be moving it around much once it's on your desk.

So who is this for? Pure gamers who prioritize immersion above all else. If you play atmospheric RPGs, racing sims, or cinematic action games, the ultrawide OLED experience is transformative. Competitive shooter fans will love the speed and the wide field of view, though the large physical size might have you scanning more than a smaller high-refresh panel. Office users and mixed-productivity folks should take a hard look at the specs before jumping in. The color coverage is excellent at 98.5% DCI-P3, and the black levels are gorgeous, but that low pixel density and the inherent burn-in risk of OLED make it less ideal for static spreadsheets all day.

With a 240Hz refresh rate and a 0.03ms GtG response time, this monitor is an absolute beast in motion. Our numbers place its performance in the top tier, ahead of almost every other gaming display in our database except a few esports-focused 360Hz panels. In practice, this means zero perceptible ghosting and the kind of motion clarity that makes fast-paced shooters feel incredibly responsive. We pushed this thing through a gauntlet of FPS and racing titles, and the combination of near-zero pixel response and that sweeping curve creates a sense of speed that's hard to describe without experiencing it firsthand.

The HDR story is a bit more nuanced. The DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification guarantees brilliant blacks and that infinite contrast ratio, which makes scenes with a mix of bright highlights and shadowy areas look spectacular. Peak brightness in HDR is modest at 400 nits, so it won't compete with a mini-LED backlit display for sheer brightness punch, but the per-pixel lighting control means no haloing and no blooming. SDR brightness is a relatively tame 275 nits, so you'll want to keep the room lighting subdued. For dark-room gaming, this is one of the most atmospheric screens we've tested. For brightly lit rooms, it might feel a bit dull, but that's the tradeoff for OLED's perfect blacks.

Pricing on this monitor is all over the place. The range we're seeing across vendors runs from about $1,199 to a staggering $46,860, which is clearly some rogue third-party seller markup you should ignore. At the low end, around $1,200, you're getting a massive OLED gaming panel that competes directly with the likes of the Alienware AW3423DWF and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9. That's a compelling price for a 45-inch 240Hz OLED, especially when you consider that a comparable 42-inch OLED TV might cost less but lacks the 240Hz refresh rate and that aggressive 800R curve.

Still, value is tied closely to your use case. If you're purely a gamer who wants the ultimate cinematic ultrawide without going to a super-ultrawide 32:9, the LG gives you a unique form factor at a reasonable price. But if you need a monitor for work and play, something like the 34-inch 1440p OLEDs offer similar specs with sharper text and often a lower price, while the MSI MPG 321CURX QD-OLED even pushes into 4K territory. The LG's value shines brightest when you treat it as a dedicated gaming screen and don't ask it to be your daily office driver.

The most direct rival is the Alienware AW3423DWF, a 34-inch QD-OLED ultrawide with a 165Hz refresh rate. That panel runs around the same price but nets you a sharper image thanks to a higher pixel density at 3440x1440 on a smaller screen, plus QD-OLED's brighter color volume. The LG fights back with its massive 45-inch size, that enveloping 800R curve, and a 240Hz refresh rate that leaves the Alienware's 165Hz in the dust. If sheer immersion and speed matter more than text clarity, the LG is the winner. If you split your time between work and games, the Alienware's sharper text and still-smooth 165Hz make it a more versatile pick.

On the super-ultrawide front, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC brings a 57-inch dual 4K mini-LED monster to the table, offering far higher resolution and searing brightness, but it costs several times more than the LG's street price and demands a monster GPU to push all those pixels. The ASUS ROG Swift OLED models and MSI's MPG 321CURX target 4K 16:9 at 240Hz, delivering crisper text and higher detail for workstation tasks while still being fast. The LG stands alone in the 45-inch 21:9 OLED space, giving you an unbeatable middle ground between those 34-inch ultrawides and the 49-inch 32:9 behemoths, with a focus squarely on gaming immersion.

If you need a monitor that excels at productivity or doubles as a work-from-home display, the LG 45GS95QE-B is probably not the one. The low pixel density makes text look noticeably soft, and the deep curve can distort straight lines in design applications. For mixed use, look at a 34-inch QD-OLED like the Alienware AW3423DWF, which maintains the same resolution on a smaller screen (around 109 PPI) and offers sharper text plus better brightness. The LG also doesn't make sense for competitive esports players who sit close and use smaller 24-27 inch high-refresh monitors for maximum focus, the sheer size forces you to move your head more, which can be a disadvantage. And if you're on a tight budget, the $1,200 minimum is hard to swallow when a solid 34-inch ultrawide IPS panel can be had for half that.

For the dedicated PC gamer who wants the most absorbing single-screen experience possible, the LG 45GS95QE-B is a showstopper. It's at its absolute best in a darkened room, playing a story-driven game or a fast-paced racing sim. The 240Hz and OLED response make every frame count, while the 45-inch 800R curve fills your peripheral vision in a way no flat panel can. It's not just a spec monster, it's a genuinely fun display that makes you excited to sit down and play.

But if your desk pulls double duty for work, spreadsheets, or anything text-heavy, think twice. That 82 PPI is a real compromise, making fine text look grainy compared to a 4K panel or even a denser 1440p ultrawide. Burn-in is a long-term consideration too, especially if you have static HUDs or taskbars. In that case, a QD-OLED ultrawide with higher pixel density or a mini-LED alternative like the Odyssey Neo G9 might serve you better. The LG is a specialist, and it's a brilliant one, but only if you play to its strengths.