LG claims native 1000 Hz refresh rate on its flagship IPS gaming monitor that can hit 1000 Hz at 1080p resolution.
LG Breaks 1000 Hz Barrier With UltraGear 25G590B, Aimed at Competitive Gaming With Ultra Smooth Gameplays
It's not the first one to claim a "1000 Hz" refresh rate, but it's certainly the first one to feature 1000 Hz "natively". LG proudly announced its latest high-end competitive display called UltraGear 25G590B, which is the first-ever gaming monitor to feature a 1000 Hz refresh rate natively at Full HD resolution. Although the 25G590B isn't the first one to break 1000 Hz, it's going to be the first-ever display to run at 1000 Hz at "1080p" resolution.
Traditionally, every 1000 Hz display announced till now has been a dual-mode monitor that could touch 1000 Hz or higher at 720p resolution. At 720p, there is a significant visual degradation, particularly at bigger screen sizes. The UltraGear 25G590B, on the other hand, retains a higher and the most popular gaming resolution without compromising on the fluidity.
This is a defining moment for gaming monitors,
By delivering the world’s first native 1000Hz FHD gaming monitor, LG has established a new performance benchmark for competitive gaming.
- Lee Choong-hwoan, head of Display Business
LG says it is the defining moment for gaming monitors, and it truly is. However, pushing a game to 1000 FPS will remain challenging, particularly at 1080p, where even the best available hardware struggles to reach 1000 FPS. A few games are able to reach 800-900 FPS, such as CS 2, but that requires a distinguished configuration, including hardware such as Ryzen 7 9850X3D+RTX 5090.
Previously, monitor makers such as AntGamer, Acer, and AOC have unveiled their 1000 Hz offering, all running at 720p resolution. The UltraGear 25G590B boasts an FHD resolution on a 24.5-inch IPS screen, which is ideal for competitive gaming, and offers Motion Blur Reduction Pro technology that delivers superior motion clarity. It also comes with advanced AI features, such as AI Scene Optimization, which tweaks picture settings based on the game, and AI Sound for a spatial audio experience.
UltraGear 25G590B will be rolled out in the second half of 2026, but LG hasn't disclosed any pricing details for the monitor.
News Source: LG
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