Tom's Guide Verdict

The LG UltraGear 27GX790B-B is a Dual Mode gaming monitor that can instantly switch between 540Hz at 1440p and 720Hz at 720p. While these high refresh rates are aimed at competitive professionals, average gamers would likely prefer a lower refresh rate with higher resolution. Still, there’s no denying that this is one of the fastest gaming monitors for serious enthusiasts.

Pros

+ Elegant design

+ Vibrant display

+ Smooth performance

+ Intuitive UI

Cons

- Refresh rates are ridiculously high

- No 4K option

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The LG UltraGear 27GX790B-B ($999) is one of the wildest devices I’ve tested. Like most of LG’s current gaming monitors, it lets you switch between two refresh rates. The difference is how high those numbers go: 540Hz at 1440p resolution and 720Hz at 720p resolution.…