Product information
Pros and cons
According to our monitor expert
- You can use multiple windows at the same time on the ultrawide screen.
- Thanks to the Wide QXGA resolution with HDR10 support, you can enjoy sharp images and colors.
- You can tilt the screen for a good working position by blocking bright sunlight, for example.
- The screen isn't adjustable in height to take on a more ergonomic sitting position.
Description
This is what you get
- Manual(3.22 MB)
- Base
- Power cord
- HDMI 2.1 cable
- DisplayPort cable
- USB-C cable
- USB-A to USB-C cable
- Cable holder
Key specs
Curved | ||
Aspect ratio | Ultrawide (21:9) | |
Refresh rate | 144 Hz | |
Response time | 1 ms | |
Panel type | IPS panel | |
Color depth | 1 billion colors (10-bit) | |
Built-in speakers | ||
Adjustable in height |
Reviews
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Most helpful reviews
Resolution champion for that extra productivity
- Fantastic resolution especially on the vertical axis 2160p of a 4K screen is unique within 21:9
- 21:9 is a great ratio, fits perfectly to divide your screen into 3 zones
- One of the few USB4/Thunderbolt4 monitors available at the time of writing
- No real KVM capabilities (only software solution)
Ever since LG announced it at CES 2021 (a year and a half between announcement and availability), I've been eagerly waiting for this homeworking/photo editing/video editing beast. As soon as it was available I ordered it.
Mainly bought because of:
- Thunderbolt 4
- 72Hz refresh rate
- 5120x2160 resolution
- the small curve that prevents your eyes from having to refocus continuously
- daisy-chaining capability for the thunderbolt 4 port
- picture by picture options (connect 2 sources at the same time) which is handy for my workflow
So far, my experiences with the screen are positive, only when connecting a Macbook Pro you have to take into account that it switches to an HDR setting by default. However, this means that the contrast and brightness leave something to be desired. Disabling HDR is the only logical option for office work.
The most convenient thing is that, if your laptop supports it, you can connect it with 1 (Thunderbolt) cable and it can both use the built-in USB HUB, charge your laptop and send the video signal all over that same (Thunderbolt) cable.
Another tip, buy a monitor arm immediately, because the supplied foot just takes up too much space on your desk, keep in mind that it is a serious boy, so I also bought one for the monitor arm myself. Can carry 18kg as the monitor itself weighs over 10kg.
Wouter Smet
28 May 2022
Automatically translated from Dutch
Maybe look for an alternative
- Good image quality and colors
- Frequent flickering
I work full time at home with this screen (graphic designer). I was initially happy with the product in terms of quality and colors, but after a few weeks, the screen often (2-3 times a week) started to flicker enormously, accompanied by a beep from the back. That only goes away if I turn it off for a few hours. For that money I would have hoped for better. The button at the bottom of the screen also does not always respond. The back looks a bit 90s plastic, but it still stands against the wall. The foot takes up a lot of space, so it is better to use a brace.
Lisa
12 April 2024
Automatically translated from Dutch
More than enough pixels
- 5K image provides a huge amount of screen space
- Beautiful (realistic) colors and sharp image
- Image and charging laptop via USB-C
- Changing settings via menu is a hassle
After hesitating for a long time, I now went for a widescreen and I'm glad I did. The curve ensures that you have a good view of this 1 meter wide screen. It's wonderful to have so much space for both work and private life.
This screen has been on the market for a while and newer screens are slowly coming onto the market, but the price is still high (just like this screen is not cheap). The image is sharp and has good colours. The room where I am sitting is not overly lit, so the contrast is very good for me.
A nice feature is that the screen has PbP (Picture by Picture), so you can view two different sources at the same time. This can be a 1:1 division and also approximately 2/3 + 1/3 (4K width + remainder). You have to adjust this setting via the menu, which works reasonably well with the button below the screen. The pity about this is that functions are hidden in the menu and, for example, quickly switching between PbP and normal is therefore not possible.
Erik
3 June 2024
Automatically translated from Dutch
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Insure your monitor
Receive more coverage in case of damage than with your standard warranty. Coolblue takes care of everything: from taking out the insurance to repairs. Is a repair not possible? You receive the purchase price as CoolblueCredit.
What am I insured for?
- Fall and impact damage
- Water damage
- Manufacturing defects outside the warranty
What am I not insured for?
- Damage you deliberately cause
- Damage that doesn't affect the product functioning (such as scratches)
- Damage due to gross negligence
XCover insurace
XCover is allowed to arrange and process insurances on behalf of the insurer. The insurances are governed by Belgium law. If you have a complaint, you can contact the or our customer service.
How do I insure my monitor?
First, add your monitor to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose the Protection Plan below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage.
XCover Protection without theft cover
- 3-year advance payment197,- one-time payment (65,67 per year)
- 2-year advance payment119,- one-time payment (59,50 per year)
The insurance can be canceled every year, even if you have paid in advance. If you cancel earlier, you will receive a refund for the overpaid amount.
Specifications
Product
Product number | 943520 | |
Manufacturer code | 38WR85QC-W.AEU | |
Brand | LG | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Screen
Recommended display resolution | 3840x1600 | |
Brand-specific image technology | LG Nano IPS | |
Aspect ratio | Ultrawide (21:9) | |
Refresh rate | 144 Hz | |
Response time | 1 ms | |
Panel type | IPS panel | |
Local dimming | ||
HDR support | ||
Contrast ratio | 1000 | |
Touchscreen | ||
Type of HDR | DisplayHDR 600, HDR10 | |
Screen reflection | Anti-glare | |
Blue light filter | ||
Flicker-free technology | ||
Color space | DCI-P3 | |
Color depth | 1 billion colors (10-bit) | |
Adaptive Sync | ||
Type of adaptive sync | Freesync Premium Pro | |
Resolution width | 3840 pixels | |
Resolution height | 1600 pixels | |
Anti-reflection type | Anti glare | |
Viewing distance | 57 - 153 cm | |
Horizontal viewing angle | 178 ° |
Physical properties
Height | 59,3 cm | |
Width | 89,6 cm | |
Depth | 30,6 cm | |
Weight | 10,5 kg | |
Color | White | |
Including stand | ||
Material | Metal, Plastic | |
Cable management | ||
Appearance | Business, Neutral | |
Curved | ||
Screen curve | 2300 R |
Connectors and connections
Number of HDMI connectors | 2 | |
Number of Female HDMI type A 2.1 ports | 2 | |
Number of headphone jacks | 1 | |
Type of headphone connection | 3.5mm (TRRS) | |
Number of USB-C ports | 2 | |
Number of USB 3.1 Female USB-C port | 2 | |
Number of female standard USB-A ports | 4 | |
Female standard USB-A port version | 3.0 | |
Number of female standard USB-B (3.0 form) ports | 1 | |
Number of Female RJ-45 ports | 1 | |
Number of female 3.5mm TRRS Audio Jack ports | 1 | |
Type of USB port | Standard USB-A, Standard USB-B (3.0 form), USB-C | |
Number of USB ports | 7 | |
Suitable for daisy chaining | ||
Type of USB cable included | USB-A to USB-B, USB-C to USB-C | |
USB-C dock | ||
Maximum USB-C dock power | 90 W |
Included
Included by default | DisplayPort cable, HDMI cable, USB cable, USB-C cable |
Adjustability
Adjustable in height | ||
Tiltable | ||
Pivotable stand | ||
Pivot function | ||
VESA mount option | ||
VESA mount | 100x100mm |
Energy consumption
Energy label | F | |
Energy consumption standby | 0,5 W | |
Energy consumption active | 80 W | |
Energy consumption per 1000h | 37 kWh | |
Annual energy consumption | 54,02 kWh | |
Annual energy costs | 21,61 euros |
Other properties
Built-in speakers | ||
Sound system | Stereo | |
Webcam | ||
Split screen | ||
Kensington lock |
Quality properties
Recommended for use | Image editing and graphic design, Internet, email, and text processing, Office work, Photo editing, Video editing, Watching movies in Full HD |
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