LG Ultrawide 38WR85QC 37.5" White
Il pannello IPS curvo da 37,5 pollici con risoluzione 3840x1600 offre 144Hz di refresh e 1ms di risposta, per un gaming fluido e un multitasking immersivo. La copertura DCI-P3 del 98%, la certificazione DisplayHDR 600 e la porta USB-C con erogazione 90W, insieme agli speaker integrati, lo rendono un hub completo per il lavoro creativo. L'ideale per montatori video 4K e giocatori che cercano un unico display ad alte prestazioni per produttività e svago.
Informazioni su questo Monitor
About LG 38WR85QCWhy choose the LG 38WR85QC 37.5" 21:9 Ultrawide QHD+ 144Hz Curved USB-C IPS LCD HDR Monitor for your workspace or gaming setup? This state-of-the-art monitor is designed to enhance productivity and elevate your entertainment experience with its expansive 37.5-inch UltraWide WQHD+ (3840 x 1600) curved display. The 21:9 aspect ratio provides ample screen real estate, allowing you to effortlessly manage multiple windows and applications simultaneously, making it ideal for multitasking professionals and avid gamers alike.Experience unparalleled color accuracy and vibrancy with the Nano IPS technology, which offers up to 98% coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut. This ensures that every image is rendered with stunning detail and rich color contrast, bringing your visuals to life. The monitor's VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification further enhances the dynamic range, delivering deeper blacks and brighter whites for an immersive viewing experience.The LG 38WR85QC is engineered for versatility with its OnScreen Control feature, supporting both Picture-in-Picture (PiP) and Picture-by-Picture (PbP) modes. This allows you to view content from two separate input sources simultaneously, perfect for those who need to juggle multiple tasks or enjoy diverse media content.Gamers will appreciate the monitor's impressive performance capabilities, including a 144Hz refresh rate and a rapid 1ms (GtG) response time, ensuring ultra-smooth, virtually tear-free gameplay. Officially validated by NVIDIA as G-SYNC Compatible, this monitor minimizes screen tearing and stutter, providing a seamless gaming experience. Additionally, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology offers low latency and at least a 120Hz refresh rate at minimum FHD resolution, ensuring you never miss a frame during intense gaming sessions.Enhance your audio experience with the built-in 7W stereo speakers featuring Waves Maxx Audio, delivering powerful sound that complements your games and movies. The monitor's versatile connectivity options include two USB Type-C ports, two HDMI ports, four USB downstream ports, one USB upstream port, a DisplayPort, a 4-pole headphone jack, and a LAN port, ensuring you can connect all your devices with ease.Designed for comfort and convenience, the ergonomic stand allows you to adjust the height, tilt, and swivel of the screen to find your optimal viewing position. The built-in Keyboard, Video Monitor, and Mouse (KVM) feature enable you to control content from two different computers using a single keyboard and mouse, streamlining your workflow.In summary, the LG 38WR85QC 37.5" Ultrawide QHD+ Curved Monitor is a powerhouse of performance and versatility, making it an excellent choice for both professional and gaming environments.LG 38WR85QC Features37.5" WQHD+ (3840 x 1600) Curved Nano IPS DisplayDCI-P3 98% (Typ.) & VESA DisplayHDR 600144Hz Refresh Rate & 1ms (GtG)NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible & AMD FreeSync Premium ProHDMI 2.1, USB Type-C 90W PD, Built-in KVM, Built-in Speaker 7W x 23-Side Virtually Borderless Design & Tilt/Height/Swivel Adjustable StandWarranty InformationThis product has a limited warranty of 12 months.https://www.lg.com/us/support/warranty-information800-243-0000Join VIP PROEarn 2X Points + Exclusive Perks!Sell or Trade your GearGet started in 3 easy stepsKey FeaturesImmerse yourself in stunning visuals with the LG 38" Ultrawide QHD+ curved monitor.Experience smooth gaming with a 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time on this monitor.The USB-C connectivity allows for easy data transmission and 90W power delivery.Enjoy vibrant colors with DCI-P3 98% color gamut on the LG IPS display panel.AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync ensure tear-free gaming on this monitor.Enhance productivity with the ultrawide screen and built-in speakers for clear audio.What's in the box:LG 38WR85QC 37.5" 21:9 Ultrawide QHD+ 144Hz Curved USB-C IPS LCD HDR Monitor (White)Stand BodyStand BaseCable HolderPower CordHDMI CableDisplayPort CableUSB A to B CableUSB C CableLG 1 Year Limited Warranty
- Immerse yourself in stunning visuals with the LG 38" Ultrawide QHD+ curved monitor.
- Experience smooth gaming with a 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time on this monitor.
- The USB-C connectivity allows for easy data transmission and 90W power delivery.
- Enjoy vibrant colors with DCI-P3 98% color gamut on the LG IPS display panel.
- AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync ensure tear-free gaming on this monitor.
- Enhance productivity with the ultrawide screen and built-in speakers for clear audio.
The 30-Second Version
The LG 38WR85QC is the ultimate hybrid ultrawide, pairing a massive 38-inch workspace with all the ports you'll ever need and smooth 144Hz gaming. If you can only have one monitor for work and play, stop searching—this is it.
Overview
The LG 38WR85QC is the monitor you buy when you're sick of choosing between a productivity workhorse and a gaming display that can actually keep up. It's a 37.5-inch ultrawide with a 3840x1600 resolution that lands in the real estate sweet spot—big enough to replace a dual-monitor setup, but not so massive you need to run it at 200% scaling just to read Slack. Owners rate it 4.4 out of 5, and we get it. The colors pop, the 144Hz refresh rate is buttery, and the port selection is genuinely insane. Just know that out-of-the-box color accuracy isn't as dialed-in as Dell's best, and a few people report eye strain during marathon sessions. Still, if you can only have one screen for work and play, this is one of the best compromises we've seen.
Performance
Connectivity is where this thing flexes. It sits in the 99th percentile in our database, and it shows—two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt and 90W power delivery, built-in KVM, and enough inputs to juggle a gaming PC, work laptop, and console without a switcher. The Nano IPS panel hits 98% DCI-P3 and 450 nits with HDR 600 support, so games and movies look vivid even if it can't touch OLED black levels. The 1ms response time is fast, but only with overdrive cranked up, and the 144Hz ceiling is solid, not groundbreaking. Real-world performance is a smooth, tear-free experience thanks to FreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync compatibility. We were surprised by the speakers too—they're actually usable for video calls, which is more than we can say for most built-ins.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ridiculous port selection with KVM and Thunderbolt 99th
- Glorious 3840x1600 real estate for multitasking 97th
- 144Hz with FreeSync and G-Sync is a treat 96th
- Vibrant, 98% DCI-P3 color coverage 85th
Cons
- Some users report eye strain over long sessions
- Out-of-box color accuracy trails Dell's UltraSharp line
- Not the fastest option for competitive gaming
- Heavy at over 23 pounds and needs a deep desk
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 37.5" |
| Resolution | 3840 (4K UHD) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 |
| Curved | Yes |
| Curvature | 2300 |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 450 nits |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 98% |
| Color Depth | 10-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 600 |
| HDR Support | HDR600 |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| USB-C | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | 0 |
| Speakers | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | Yes |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | Yes |
| Tilt | Yes |
| Swivel | Yes |
| Pivot | No |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 |
Features
| Webcam | No |
| Touchscreen | No |
| PIP/PBP | Yes |
| Power | 80 |
| Weight | 10.5 kg / 23.1 lbs |
Value & Pricing
Pricing is a bit of a circus, ranging from a reasonable $1,197 to a completely unhinged $388,725 listing—so shop around. For the $1,200-ish you'll pay at most retailers, this monitor delivers a ton of utility. A single display that handles work, gaming, and media with excellent connectivity is worth the premium. If you only game or only do color-critical design, you can absolutely find better value for less, but the hybrid crowd gets their money's worth here.
vs Competition
The Dell UltraSharp U4025QW is the productivity purist's rival with a sharper 5K2K resolution and tighter color accuracy right out of the gate, but it's locked at 60Hz and costs significantly more. For gamers, the Alienware AW3423DW QD-OLED is the dark horse—infinite contrast, faster 175Hz refresh, and a slightly smaller 34-inch 3440x1440 canvas that's easier on GPUs. But text clarity on that OLED is a mess for work, and that's where the LG shines. The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 offers more screen and a mini-LED backlight, but it's even wider and pricier. The LG 38WR85QC isn't the best at any one thing—it's just the best at doing everything well.
| Spec | LG Ultrawide 38WR85QC 37.5" | ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG | MSI MAG MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24 | Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC | Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA | Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 37.5 | 27 | 27 | 57 | 27 | 34.20000076293945 |
| Resolution | 3840 x 1600 | 2560x1440 | 3840 x 2160 | 7680 x 2160 | 3840x2160 | 3440x1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED | QD-OLED | VA | QD-OLED | QD-OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 144 | 240 | 240 | 240 | 240 | 240 |
| Response Time Ms | 1 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 1 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Hdr | DisplayHDR 600 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 True Black | HDR10+ | DisplayHDR 400 | DisplayHDR TrueBlack 400 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Compact | Display | Feature | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG Ultrawide 38WR85QC 37.5" | 95.9 | 81.9 | 82.3 | 97.3 | 71.2 | 73.8 | 98.7 | 85 |
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Compare | 95.7 | 73.2 | 75.9 | 71.9 | 90 | 97.8 | 92.7 | 98.1 |
| MSI MAG MAG 272UP QD-OLED X24 Compare | 99.1 | 62.7 | 97.3 | 85.9 | 90 | 97.8 | 81.4 | 78.7 |
| Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC Compare | 96.5 | 73.2 | 99.7 | 97.3 | 71.2 | 87.9 | 99.1 | 98.1 |
| Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA Compare | 95.4 | 62.7 | 97.3 | 85.9 | 90 | 97.8 | 81.4 | 67.6 |
| Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW Compare | 97.9 | 79.4 | 85.3 | 91.6 | 90 | 97.8 | 94.9 | 98.1 |
Common Questions
Q: What's the actual response time like?
It's 1ms GtG with overdrive enabled, and in real use it feels snappy and ghosting-free. You won't get the pixel-speed of an OLED, but for an IPS panel, it's excellent.
Q: How many inputs does it have?
Two HDMI, one DisplayPort, and two USB-C ports—all of which can drive video. You can connect a PC, a console, and your laptop simultaneously and switch between them with the built-in KVM.
Q: Are the built-in speakers any good?
Honestly, they're better than you'd expect. Clear enough for Zoom calls and casual listening, but you'll still want a soundbar or desktop speakers for movies or music.
Who Should Skip This
If you're a competitive FPS player who needs 240Hz or an OLED fanatic chasing perfect blacks, walk away and grab the Alienware AW3423DW. And if your livelihood depends on absolute color precision, the Dell U4025QW is the better tool straight out of the box. This LG is for folks who need one monitor to rule their work and gaming life—not the purists chasing a single spec.
Verdict
If you're hunting for a single monitor that doesn't make you pick a side between spreadsheets and shooters, the 38WR85QC is the easy answer. It's got the size, the speed, and the connectivity to be the centerpiece of a killer hybrid setup. Some will want a dedicated gaming monitor or a color-critical reference display, but for everyone else, this is the no-compromise ticket. Just keep your receipts in case that eye strain hits you hard.
