LG UltraGear evo: 5K Gaming Monitors with AI Upscaling

• Key Takeaways:

• LG unveiled UltraGear evo, a premium gaming monitor lineup offering 5K visuals and on-device AI upscaling.
• Three initial models: 39-inch OLED (39GX950B), 27-inch MiniLED (27GM950B) and a 52-inch large-format display (52G930B).
• Features include variable refresh modes (up to 330Hz), aggressive response times, 2,304 local dimming zones and 1,250 nits peak brightness on the MiniLED.
• LG hasn’t announced pricing or availability; CES 2026 will be a key stage for more details.

What LG announced

LG introduced the UltraGear evo family of gaming monitors ahead of CES 2026. The series focuses on 5K native or upscaled visuals and integrates on-device AI to upscale content, optimize scenes and tune audio.

The move allows some of the rendering workload to shift off the GPU, which LG says could reduce the need for immediate graphics-card upgrades.

Three displays at launch

39-inch OLED — model 39GX950B

The 39GX950B is a 21:9 curved OLED with AI upscaling to 5K plus scene and sound optimization algorithms. It switches between a standard resolution at 165Hz and a WFHD mode at 330Hz, and advertises a 0.03 ms response time for ultra-low latency.

27-inch MiniLED — model 27GM950B

The 27GM950B uses MiniLED backlighting with 2,304 local dimming zones to limit haloing and preserve detail in bright and dark scenes. It includes the same AI upscaling and scene/sound tuning, offers 5K at 165Hz or QHD at 330Hz, a 1 ms response time and a 1,250-nit peak brightness.

52-inch large-format — model 52G930B

LG's 52G930B is a rare 52-inch gaming monitor with a 5K panel, a 240Hz refresh option and a pronounced 1000R curve aimed at immersive sim and racing use cases.

AI upscaling and system impacts

On-device AI upscaling aims to boost image fidelity without requiring the GPU to render native 5K frames. That could stretch the usable life of existing graphics cards as the AI handles part of the resolution lift.

This is relevant as AI-driven demand has affected GPU availability and pricing in recent cycles.

Availability, price and next steps

LG hasn’t shared launch dates or prices for the UltraGear evo models. Given the specs—OLED, MiniLED with thousands of dimming zones and a 52-inch 5K panel—expect premium pricing.

More details should arrive around CES 2026, where LG and other manufacturers will show additional specs and hands-on demos.

Why it matters

UltraGear evo signals LG’s push to blend high-resolution displays with on-device AI to relieve GPU load while improving visual fidelity. For enthusiasts and sim pilots, the lineup offers new choices for high-refresh, high-resolution gaming experiences.