LG’s 27-inch UltraGear gaming monitor with 2560×1440 resolution and fast 180Hz refresh rate is now on sale for 32% off at Amazon, falling to just $169 down from its original $250. If you need a budget-friendly display that’ll handle enthusiast gaming without unnecessary bells and whistles, this one might be the one for youu.
The LG 27GS60QC-B’s 1440p/180Hz delivery is spacious enough for high-res visuals and fast enough for high frame rates, a veritable “sweet spot” for gamers who don’t have ultra-high-end machines. The 1ms response time offers a slight edge in competitive online multiplayer, and the 1000R curvature boosts immersion. It also has AMD FreeSync, minimizing screen tearing and maximizing fluid graphics.
Two HDMI and a DisplayPort is pretty standard these days, and the lack of USB-C passthrough means it probably isn’t the best companion for a gaming laptop. But for a simple-and-competent home PC setup, it will serve you better than most monitors you can get in this price range.
Get it for $169 at Amazon while you can. If you’d rather keep shopping around, see PCWorld’s picks for the best gaming monitors.