LG UltraGear LG UltraGear 44.5" DQHD HDR 200 Hz Curved Review

The LG UltraGear 44.5" DQHD is a high-value super-ultrawide gaming monitor. It offers an immersive 5120x1440 resolution, a super-smooth 200Hz refresh rate, and deep VA panel contrast, all for around $700. It's a fantastic choice for gamers and multitaskers who want a massive screen without a massive price tag.

If you're hunting for a super-ultrawide gaming monitor that won't completely break the bank, the LG UltraGear 44.5" DQHD is a serious contender. This thing is massive—it's a 44.5-inch, 32:9 curved screen with a resolution of 5120 x 1440, which is essentially two 27-inch QHD monitors side-by-side without a bezel. With a 200Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, it's built for immersive, fast-paced gaming. At around $700, it sits in a sweet spot between budget ultrawides and the ultra-premium $1,500+ models.

The numbers back up the gaming hype. In our database, its overall performance lands in the 96th percentile, which is top-tier. The 200Hz refresh rate is buttery smooth, and the 1ms GtG response time keeps motion clear. The 3000:1 contrast ratio from the VA panel means deep blacks, which is great for dark scenes in games or movies. Just keep in mind, while it supports HDR10, the 400-nit brightness is decent but not class-leading for true HDR impact. For most gaming and entertainment, it's more than bright enough.

At a current price of about $697, this monitor offers a lot of screen and performance for the money. You're getting a high-refresh-rate, super-ultrawide for hundreds less than competitors like the Samsung Odyssey G9 series. The trade-off is in peak specs—you're not getting mini-LED backlighting or OLED contrast. But if your main goal is a huge, fast, immersive gaming canvas without spending over a grand, the value proposition here is strong.

This LG sits in an interesting spot. The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 (57" or 49") has better HDR and is more premium, but it costs nearly twice as much. The MSI MPG 321URX is a 32" 4K OLED with perfect blacks and 240Hz, but it's a standard 16:9 screen—you lose the super-ultrawide immersion. Then there's LG's own 45" WUHD Dual Mode monitor, which offers a higher 3440x1440 resolution at 165Hz but in a slightly different aspect ratio. For pure screen size and refresh rate on a budget, this 44.5" DQHD model holds its own.

Skip this monitor if you're a competitive esports player who prioritizes lightning-fast pixel response above all else—a faster IPS or OLED might be better. Also, if your primary use is color-critical photo editing or you need the absolute sharpest text for coding, the lower pixel density of this DQHD panel compared to a 4K monitor might be a deal-breaker. Look at a 32-inch 4K display or an ultrawide with a higher PPI instead.

Should you buy this? If you're a PC gamer or multitasker who craves an immersive, panoramic view and high frame rates, and you have a desk (and GPU) that can handle it, this is a compelling buy. The performance is excellent, and the price for a 200Hz super-ultrawide is hard to beat. Just go in knowing that the HDR is only okay, and the pixel density won't match a 4K display. For productivity pros who need pin-sharp text, a 4K monitor might be a better fit. But for gaming immersion per dollar, this LG delivers.