LG 32GS95UE 32″ Review: Dual Mode WOLED

The LG 32GS95UE is the first 32-inch 4K 240Hz WOLED gaming monitor to hit the market. The LG has been highly anticipated within the gaming crowd and should be available in various regions starting next month, presenting some serious competition to the 32-inch 4K 240Hz QD-OLED monitors we’ve been examining recently.

While some of the basic specifications of this WOLED panel are the same as those of the QD-OLED panel, including resolution and refresh rate, LG Display’s approach has some notable differences. The most significant is the introduction of “Dual Mode” functionality, which allows this display to operate at a lower 1920×1080 resolution, but with a higher 480Hz refresh rate.

This unique configuration is designed for high-performance competitive gaming. Additionally, the screen composition and coating differ significantly from QD-OLED, with LG opting for a matte finish.Pricing is also rather interesting. LG is positioning this as the ultimate 4K gaming monitor with a pre-order price tag of $1,400, while QD-OLED alternatives are priced in the $1,000-$1,300 range. To justify this price, it must surpass all others, and we’ll explore whether it lives up to this claim throughout our review.

Specs and Design

The design LG has chosen for this 4K OLED is entirely new, or at least it’s something we haven’t seen before. The typical dual-legged stand design has been replaced with a flat, six-sided base, which is quite convenient if you want to place items on top of it. Especially on the rear, the display section is thinner than what you would see from a typical LG LCD, and it features a minimalist design that we think looks excellent, particularly in comparison to the usual “gaming” monitor designs. It definitely merits a premium price tag.