LG isn't waiting until CES to start revealing its new collection of gaming monitors. The 2025 lineup is led by the UltraGear OLED bendable gaming monitor, which LG claims is “the world's first 5K2K-resolution bendable OLED display.” This sounds extremely exclusive to me, but I believe it is always worth bragging when you are the first one. The 45-inch monitor has a wide resolution of 5120×2160, so you're getting the same vertical pixel count as a typical 4K screen, but a much wider canvas for playing games.
And with a 21:9 aspect ratio, LG believes it “provides an immersive gaming experience compared to standard 16:9 displays, while maintaining better content compatibility than 32:9 monitors.” This format also makes the display suitable for productivity work when you're not immersed in gameplay.
The UltraGear OLED Bendable Gaming Monitor (model 45GX990A) can transform from completely flat to 900R curvature, and the latest version of LG's dual-mode feature “allows users to easily switch between resolution and refresh rate presets, and aspect ratio and Allows to customize photo size.” It is certified for Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, but press materials do not specify a maximum refresh rate. I have asked for more details there.
LG is also releasing a non-bendable model with a permanent 800R curve. Otherwise, it's the same 45-inch size, same aspect ratio, and same 5K2K resolution. LG's press release says you can expect “sharp, vibrant images with the stunning colors and exceptional contrast that LG OLED products are known for.” Shared specifications between both monitors include support for DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C with a 0.03ms (GtG) response time and 90W power delivery. The 45GX950A uses an RGWB subpixel layout to improve the readability of text on the screen and make the above productivity task easier on your eyes.
Along with these two monitors, LG is also introducing the Curved UltraGear 39GX90SA, a webOS-powered “home entertainment hub” with easy access to streaming services, just like LG's TVs. The company seems to have taken some cues from Samsung's smart monitors here. At 39 inches, it's a little smaller than other GX9 displays, but it retains the 21:9 aspect ratio and 800R curve. “Equipped with a USB Type-C port, it offers convenient connectivity, and incorporates LG's ergonomic and space-saving L-shaped stand for a clutter-free desk setup,” LG said in tonight's press release. “
As usual with CES news, pricing and a specific release date are still to come after 2025. But we'll be seeing the UltraGear GX9 series in person for the first time in Las Vegas, so stay tuned for impressions early next month. – And there was also a flood of great screens from many other companies.