LG 34GK950G, 3440x1440, G-Sync, 120Hz

[thewanted]

Now *that* sounds pretty damn epic! @Daniel - LG make sure that LG make a Gsync version and you'll sell loads, there's a good lad

You're right, that does sound very nice!

In the 37.5" space there's already an existing LM375QW1 option from LG.Display with a 3840 x 1600 resolution and 60Hz refresh rate (often overclocked to 75Hz). In Q1 2019 (March current ETA) there are plans to release a new LM375QW2 which will offer the same resolution but a higher 144Hz refresh rate. This panel will also be VESA HDR 1000 compliant, with a 2300R curvature, 98% DCI-P3 gamut, 5ms response time and 4-side borderless design. It's not specified how the VESA HDR 1000 is achieved but we would expect some kind of FALD backlight to achieve those kind of specs.

https://www.reddit.com/r/hardware/c...anel_development_update_may_2018_auo/dz335zv/

 

[a5cent]

@Daniel - LG
Any chance you could ask if LG is planning a monitor that pairs the LM375QW2 panel with a g-sync module?

If LG has that in the works I'll wait.

Not sure what I'll do otherwise, as this 34GK950G is sounding less and less like what I'm after and I'm not looking forward to dropping >$2000 on a VA panel.

 

[Stu]

If it's true that the 34GK950G uses nVidia's outdated DP1.2 based g-sync module, then it WILL NOT have a DisplayHDR 400 rating. VESA mandates that all DisplayHDR monitors can process a HDR10 signal, but that necessitates DP1.4!



The more I read about this monitor the less sense it makes for a July 2018 release.

• Allegedly uses a modified LM340UW4-SSA1 panel (can't reach 144 Hz, can't support HDR). Why? It's successor, the LM340UW5 is in production NOW (and in tftcentral's panel database it's listed as sporting g-sync ?incorrect?).
• Allegedly uses nVidia's outdated DP1.2 based g-sync module (no HDR, limited to 116 Hz, no HDCP 2.1). Why? The DP1.4 HDR based g-sync module is available NOW.

If the 34GK950G is what it's alleged to be here, then it should have been released in 2017, not Q3 2018. At the specified price, I'm not sure who this is for.

Knowing that the UW5 panel is in production now does create a hollow feeling over this model launch, which will come 8 months after the Acer X34P and Alienware became available.

Although the 950G is advertised as 120Hz, it is 100Hz native... If the UW5 is 144Hz native, that is a significant difference.

 

[JediFragger]

Knowing that the UW5 panel is in production now

Note that it might be in 'initial production' and not volume. That can be months afterwards.

 

[WantoN]

http://www.overclock.net/forum/44-m...oming-2-4-1-aspect-ratio.html#/topics/1589003

http://www.guru3d.com/news-story/new-monitor-panels-coming-this-year-3840-x-1600-coming.html

• 3440x1600
• 2.4:1
• HDR1000
• 144Hz
• 1900R curve
• IPS

If specs are true I’ll be buying this in g-sync guise. I will fling my wallet at the screen and beg them to take my kidneys.

 

[ChrisPyzut]

Note that it might be in 'initial production' and not volume. That can be months afterwards.

If we can see a monitor in Q1 2019 with the UW5, it might just be best to wait. This 34GK950G is coming out a little too late. Should have come out in early Q2 of this year. Whats the point in buying it in August when a 144hz, HDR400 version might come out 6 months later?

 

[ChrisPyzut]

Check for frame skipping test like : https://www.testufo.com/frameskipping
If you get no frames dropped you are fine, otherwise have to try lower refresh rate untill you get no frames dropped.

Thank you. This helps a lot!

 

[spoffle]

http://www.overclock.net/forum/44-m...oming-2-4-1-aspect-ratio.html#/topics/1589003

http://www.guru3d.com/news-story/new-monitor-panels-coming-this-year-3840-x-1600-coming.html

• 3440x1600
• 2.4:1
• HDR1000
• 144Hz
• 1900R curve
• IPS

If specs are true I’ll be buying this in g-sync guise. I will fling my wallet at the screen and beg them to take my kidneys.

Both those links are from over 2 years ago...

 

[WantoN]

Both those links are from over 2 years ago...

I’m living in a land of hopes and dreams alright?

 

[Stu]

I've got no interest in a 37 inch panel, but I'm definitely interested in a 144Hz 34 inch panel with GSync.

I know there is always new PC tech round the corner, but I think waiting until 1Q19 for the UW5 panel might be justified.

The Acer X34 launched in 4Q15 (I think), and the follow-up X34P came 2 full years later. If the LG 950G might be superceded in 6 months is a very different timescale. When most people keep a monitor for 5 years or more, what's another 6 months...

I think we need to find more info on the UW5 timeline!

 

[ChrisPyzut]

I've got no interest in a 37 inch panel, but I'm definitely interested in a 144Hz 34 inch panel with GSync.

I know there is always new PC tech round the corner, but I think waiting until 1Q19 for the UW5 panel might be justified.

The Acer X34 launched in 4Q15 (I think), and the follow-up X34P came 2 full years later. If the LG 950G might be superceded in 6 months is a very different timescale. When most people keep a monitor for 5 years or more, what's another 6 months...

I think we need to find more info on the UW5 timeline!

precisely my thoughts. These things cost upwards of 1000$, pounds, etc. Can't drop that much money when the ideal solution is possibly 6 - 8 months away.

 

[WantoN]

Very much interested in a very large 2.4:1 monitor, if it had HDR600+, Gsync and 120hz+ I’d happily drop £1,800 on it.

 

[a5cent]

Very much interested in a very large 2.4:1 monitor, if it had HDR600+, Gsync and 120hz+ I’d happily drop £1,800 on it.

Add to that IPS, FALD and close to 100% DCI-P3 and that's my perfect monitor as well (for the next five years). I am willing to compromise, just not to the degree the 34GK950G appears to necessitate.

Lookup the LM375QW2 panel discussed in previous posts. That is likely what you are looking for. March 2019 allegedly.

 

[NirK]

Add to that IPS, FALD and close to 100% DCI-P3 and that's my perfect monitor as well (for the next five years). I am willing to compromise, just not to the degree the 34GK950G appears to necessitate.

Lookup the LM375QW2 panel discussed in previous posts. That is likely what you are looking for. March 2019 allegedly.

Wow that does look good, like they made a list of the best possible things, but I am interested how they will be getting HDR1000 and what sort of FALD backlight they will use, as that would be the thing that would make the screen either "slightly disappointing" or "best monitor".

 

[a5cent]

Wow that does look good, like they made a list of the best possible things, but I am interested how they will be getting HDR1000 and what sort of FALD backlight they will use, as that would be the thing that would make the screen either "slightly disappointing" or "best monitor".

I doubt I'll have many other options that match my ideal monitor so perfectly (very likely none) so I'd be willing to live with some imperfections. I'd just prefer something sooner.

I know there is always new PC tech round the corner, but I think waiting until 1Q19 for the UW5 panel might be justified.
The Acer X34 launched in 4Q15 (I think), and the follow-up X34P came 2 full years later. If the LG 950G might be superceded in 6 months is a very different timescale. When most people keep a monitor for 5 years or more, what's another 6 months...
I think we need to find more info on the UW5 timeline!

Absolutely. Unfortunately my Google searches on the LM340UW5 surfaced nothing. Either someone else finds something I missed or only @Daniel - LG can help us out. Otherwise we're just stuck waiting.

If we're not happy with the 34GK950G, looking at TFTCentral's parts database doesn't paint a rosy picture:

In this category (21:9, 34" - 35", 3440x1440) TFTCentral lists a grand total of only four upcoming panels (all going into production in Q3):

• AUO AMVA 1 (for the X35, PG35VQ or AG353UCG) all g-sync monitors, but in a completely different price category
• AUO AMVA 2 (the same panel as above but with a much cheaper backlight assembly without FALD) no word on g-sync
• Samsung SVA; no g-sync
• LG IPS LM340UW5 mentioned to be paired with g-sync, but Daniel - LG states these panels are first going towards LG's FreeSync monitor (similarly named but completely different 34GK950F).

With the exception of AUO's AMVA 2 panel (which might not have g-sync at all), all other potential competitors are already on the market. Compared to the existing competitors, the 34GK950G has two things going for it, namely the IPS panel and the wider color gamut. Is that enough to justify the higher asking price? I don't know. Maybe it is. It would at least indicate that LG isn't completely wasting their time with the 34GK950G. In the FreeSync market the 34GK950G would be DOA however.

Anyway, this thread has been very helpful to me.

If the 34GK950G turns out to be as described here, I'm out, but I will keep an eye on it to see if anything changes.

If nothing changes, I'll wait for reviews of the X35 and AG353UCG and hope AUO has made major improvements to their VA technology that reduces smearing. If they have it will be one of those for me. Otherwise I can only HOPE that some 37.5" LM375QW2 monitor comes with a G-SYNC module. That is the closest to what I'm after, just still quite a ways off.

The LM340UW5 with g-sync sounds good to me. I'm guessing that will release around the same time as the LM375QW2, so that's my fail safe. It's what I'll get if AUO's upcoming 35" VA panels don't cut it and the LM375QW2 isn't paired with a g-sync module.

 

[ChrisPyzut]

From what I see on tfts website the LG340UW4 was in production in q3 2017 and we saw it in the Alienware in Dec 2017 (?)

The UW5 has a production date of May 2018, so safe to say its out in some form by end of this year at the latest??

 

[a5cent]

From what I see on tfts website the LG340UW4 was in production in q3 2017 and we saw it in the Alienware in Dec 2017 (?)

The UW5 has a production date of May 2018, so safe to say its out in some form by end of this year at the latest??

Yes, it will definitely be out before the end of the year, but only with FreeSync. When we'll get a g-sync version is anyone's guess, but when that is released it will replace or canabalize sales of the 34GK950G. I doubt that will happen within less than six months of the 34GK950G's release, but that is just speculation.

 

[3t3P]

How's the wait going guys? Alienware lands tomorrow

 

[WantoN]

How's the wait going guys? Alienware lands tomorrow

Hope you enjoy it mate. I was very tempted, it looks great, but I've decided I won't be buying a monitor without FALD. If I wait a year+, fine. Won't be upgrading till I get the new Ti anyway.

Will you update how you got on in the dedicated thread? Would be interesting to see hear your opinion.

 

[Lamy]

I've got no interest in a 37 inch panel, but I'm definitely interested in a 144Hz 34 inch panel with GSync.

I know there is always new PC tech round the corner, but I think waiting until 1Q19 for the UW5 panel might be justified.

The Acer X34 launched in 4Q15 (I think), and the follow-up X34P came 2 full years later. If the LG 950G might be superceded in 6 months is a very different timescale. When most people keep a monitor for 5 years or more, what's another 6 months...

I think we need to find more info on the UW5 timeline!

precisely my thoughts. These things cost upwards of 1000$, pounds, etc. Can't drop that much money when the ideal solution is possibly 6 - 8 months away.

Do you both really think this Monitor is 6-8 months away? By the time the panel has gone into production (if it goes into production on time), LG produces successful prototypes and then you add on the LG delay, you’ll be lucky to get this by July 2019. Your probably looking at a Q3 2019 launch.