LG 27GR83Q-B

Physical Product · Monitors · 19 mentions · 1 subreddit · discussed in r/Monitors

Reddit take

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The LG 27GR83Q-B is highly regarded as a top-tier 1440p 240Hz IPS monitor, frequently praised for its performance-to-price ratio when on sale. Users highlight its smooth motion handling, HDMI 2.1 support for consoles, and solid ergonomic stand as standout features. While it cannot match the contrast of an OLED, it is often cited as one of the best high-refresh IPS alternatives in its price bracket.

Pros

High 240Hz refresh rate provides excellent motion clarity for gaming
HDMI 2.1 support makes it a strong choice for console users
Excellent value when found on sale (frequently cited between $275 and $300)
Fully ergonomic stand with height, tilt, and swivel adjustments
Good color accuracy and brightness for an IPS panel

Cons

Standard IPS contrast ratio (1000:1) results in blacks appearing gray in dark rooms
Occasional reports of dead pixels from some users
Lacks a built-in KVM switch, which may be a dealbreaker for multi-device setups

Caveats

Uses a BOE panel which some users note distinguishes it from other LG models
Out-of-the-box settings may require manual calibration or 'tweaks' to reach optimal image quality
The monitor is an older model in the LG lineup

Best for

Competitive gamers seeking a 1440p 240Hz display
Console players who need HDMI 2.1 for high-refresh gaming
Budget-conscious buyers looking for high-end specs under $350

Avoid if

Deep blacks and high contrast are a priority (consider OLED instead)
A built-in KVM is required for your workflow

This summary uses balanced time weighting with about a 6-month half-life. The evidence is older (median age of 426 days) and comes exclusively from r/Monitors, which may affect relevance for current pricing and newer hardware competition.

Sentiment

15 positive (79%) · 4 mixed (21%) · 0 negative (0%)

Trust + time weighted score: +78% · raw score 79%

What redditors said (10 of 19)

Parent context: 1. LG 27GP850-B, 180Hz, 420$ 2. LG 27GR83Q-B, 240Hz, 450$ 3. Gigabyte M27Q X, 240Hz, 540$ Which one do you suggest to go for? Reply: Out of these three, your second option is the best value as it's cheaper than option 3 and will give you same value at the option 3 price. It is compatible with Nvidia and AMD GPUs adaptive sync support. It has high refresh rate great for smooth gaming and will handle office work easily. High pixel density provides sharp image. Full ergonomic stand, so you can turn left right back front height. Good brightness, Good color accuracy. It is a highly rated top quality monitor, with good stats on all specs. Only minor tradeoff looks like it's contrast ratio 1000:1, so some blacks might look gray. And some users have reported deadpixels. So just look up about it. But overall it's a top quality monitor. Excellent monitor. It's a better monitor than what I have.

positive · u/h****0 · r/Monitors · comment · Dec 23, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

I’d go for the LG 27GR83Q-B. [Fantastic monitor and still on sale for $275]

positive · u/x***4 · r/Monitors · comment · Dec 9, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

I am leaning towards the LG 27GR83Q-B, as I’ve seen many people say it’s the closest you’ll get to OLED

positive · u/I****y · r/Monitors · Nov 25, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

The GR83 is older and uses a BOE panel

mixed · u/F****6 · r/Monitors · comment · Nov 23, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

If I wasn’t after the KVM my second choice was the LG 27GR83Q-B, which maybe worth taking a look at.

positive · u/d****y · r/Monitors · comment · Nov 3, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

I just picked up that LG 27GR83Q-B from Best Buy for $300. I love it so far. I had to do some tweaks to its settings to get it how I like it, but it’s great now.

positive · u/D****s · r/Monitors · comment · Aug 31, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

I would go for the LG 27GR83Q-B since it's in your price range and checks all the boxes.

positive · u/9****1 · r/Monitors · comment · Jul 23, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

Yeah that one or LG 27GR83Q-B. Whatever is cheaper basically since they perform pretty similarly and not worth a ton of extra $ for one over the other

positive · u/P****s · r/Monitors · comment · Jul 18, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

LG a bit better at 60Hz. ... LG a bit better contrast and has HDMI 2.1, so better for people if they ever want to use a console

positive · u/P****s · r/Monitors · comment · Jul 11, 2025 · open on Reddit ↗

LG 27GR83Q-B on sale for $300 is also good. They are so similar though I wouldn't pay more for one over the other.