Fantastic monitor... massive upgrade compared to my current 1080p 24 inch screen. Colors pop, maybe a bit too much... But overall very pleased.
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Gaming
LG 27GP850-B 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz Nano IPS Gaming Monitor
Gaming Monitors
The LG 27GP850-B (ASIN B08XL4KQLM) is available on Amazon.ca for $499 CAD and delivers Nano IPS panel technology with 98% DCI-P3 color coverage, 165Hz native refresh, and sub-millisecond response time in a well-built 27-inch form factor. It supports both NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro for universal adaptive sync.
7 mentions · 2 threadslast mention Aug 20237.6/ 10
ClearPick Score
Decent
Score informed by 7 owner mentions across 2 Reddit threads · see every quote ↓
3 positive1 mixed3 negative
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Gaming Monitors
LG 27GP850-B 27-Inch 1440p 165Hz Nano IPS Gaming Monitor
~$499 CAD est. on Amazon.ca
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Every mention, sourced
Real comments from Reddit, linked to the original thread. Nothing paraphrased.
Oh god that powerbrick. Why couldn't they just use the standard plugs that other manufacturers use?
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I bought one earlier this year for the same price and it is great for fps games but I found a stuck pixel so returned it.
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If OLED didnt exist this would be it for me. I have been using an ultrawide for some time now and I think I want to go back. It seems like 27" is the best screen size for me.
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Not OP, but I recently upgraded my rig to a 6800xt and bought this monitor for 1440p gaming shortly after. It's been magical so far!
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I was under the impression that this can do 180hz and have motion blur reduction at the same time when watching reviews on it but it's not possible on mine. I really think they nerfed retail units.
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Maybe it's possible but looks like LG pulled a bait and switch. Not even surprised anymore after hearing how they tried to dictate Hardware Unboxed reviews.
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✅ What Works
- Colors described as vivid ("colors pop"), a major upgrade from 1080p panels
- Well-suited to 1440p gaming, with owners calling the experience "magical"
- 27" size seen by some as the ideal balance versus ultrawide monitors
⚠️ Worth Knowing
- Advertised 180Hz overclock with motion blur reduction enabled together reportedly doesn't work on retail units
- Proprietary external power brick is a common gripe versus standard plugs used by other manufacturers
- Occasional panel defects reported, including a stuck pixel that led to a return
ClearPick Verdict
Owner feedback on the 27GP850-B is split — 3 of 7 mentions positive, 3 negative, 1 mixed. The most concrete complaint is that the advertised 180Hz overclock with motion blur reduction enabled at the same time doesn't work on retail units, which some owners call a "bait and switch." A proprietary external power brick and an occasional panel defect (a stuck pixel leading to one return) are also mentioned. On the positive side, owners are consistently impressed by color vibrancy and call the 1440p/165Hz experience for gaming a major upgrade from 1080p panels. A solid pick for 1440p gamers focused on color and standard 165Hz performance; skip it if you specifically need the advertised 180Hz-with-MBR combo to work as marketed.
