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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very nice, but height adjustment is limited when lowered

This is a very good, albeit expensive, monitor. My only problem is that the height adjustment doesn't go far enough. The speakers are also mediocre, but can be used for teams and Zoom meetings.

What are the key selling points of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • The LED backlight ensures a bright and vivid image
What negative qualities does LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating possess?
  • Hard to say

Revainrating 5 out of 5

High Power and HDR really work on Mac!

enough power for 16 inch macbook pro with one cable. It also supports HDR for Mac properly, which older versions didn't.

What are the positive aspects of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Really nice colour, good stand, for media consumption and office work.
What are the cons of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • There are downsides

Don't get me wrong, I love the picture on this monitor and I love the hardware color calibration. My demands on marketing. One of the reasons I chose this monitor over similar models from other brands was that it has virtually no bezels on three sides, making it perfect for a dual monitor configuration. Yes, the plastic bezel on 3 sides is about 1/16 inch wide. What they don't say is that the image doesn't extend to the bezel - it stops at 1/4 inch, leaving a black screen stripe on three sides.

What are the upsides of using LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Good product for its price
What negative features does LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating have?
  • Unattractive design

Revainrating 5 out of 5

PURCHASED 2, WISH I HAD SPACE TO ADD A 3rd

Unfortunately the table I have these (2) on is only big enough for 2 of them. I had room for the 3. The 4K picture is so clear it's a pleasure to work with.

What positive qualities does LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating possess?
  • Robust construction
What are the problems of using LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Miscellaneous Miscellaneous

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Be selective about which cable you use

Bought it for my M1 MacBook Air. The included USB-c cable was not connected. I had a USB-C cable that I used for another device and it worked. I've also tried an HDMI to USB-C cable and another USB-C cable, neither of which are connected. Both work on other devices. Not sure if it's the screen or the Mac, but only 1 cable out of 4 worked. So if you're having trouble connecting this screen, try swapping the cables. I still don't know why this cable works

What positive qualities does LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating possess?
  • ‎UHD HDR 400
What are the problems of using LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Only available in white

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great 27 " 4K 96W USB-C monitor for MacBook Pro users!

I've spent a lot of time looking for 4K monitor options that offer 96W of power delivery over USB-C, which is enough for my 16-inch MacBook Pro. My choice is the expensive LG UltraFine 5K (LG 27MD5KL-B) and this is the UltraFine 4K (LG 27UP850-W). I first bought an UltraFine 5K but it came with dead pixels and I returned it with no exchange because it was out of stock. Ultimately, I'm glad it happened because I ended up ordering this (LG 27UP850-W) monitor and I'm very happy with it! I find…

What are the upsides of using LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Doping 🔥
What are the problems of using LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Only available in black

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Macbook Pro M1 and Dell and HP PCs

I've researched a lot about panels. I am very satisfied with this LG product. An excellent stand that is easy to set up and supports portrait and landscape modes. Color quality and text clarity are very pleasing. I'm still learning how to maximize the utility between my Mac M1 PowerBook and either of my two PCs since I don't have a switch. If you are looking for a very high quality 27 inch monitor then look no further. And one more thing: the back of this monitor is white, not black. It adds…

What are the pros of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Viewing Angle 178º (R/L), 178º (U/D); Brightness (typical) is 400 cd/m²; 16:9 aspect ratio
What are the downsides to using LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Was damaged

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Worth the money for me

I have had this monitor for 3 months now. It is very good. I mainly use it for desktop work. USB charging is great and goes well with my MacBook Pro.

What are the upsides of using LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • UHD HDR 400
What are the disadvantages of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • There are downsides

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The monitor is great for M1 MacBook Pro

This product was everything I hoped it would be. Image quality and brightness are excellent. The monitor also works great as a hub for my M1 MacBook Pro, allowing me to do everything with one cable connected. A network-connected computer stays 100% charged even during intensive tasks.

What are the positive aspects of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Its slim design makes it easy to transport
What are the drawbacks of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • too stupid

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Turns off when my MacBook is locked

Turns off when my MacBook is locked. The monitor does not stay on. I have already disabled all power saving options but it keeps turning off as soon as I lock my MacBook. Useless

What are the perks associated with LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Durable finish
What are the disadvantages of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • The viewing angle of the monitor is too narrow.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

READ THIS - GREAT MONITOR, CHECK THAT YOUR HDR IS WORKING

Great newly released monitor, works as advertised, very satisfied. However, one of the two devices received was not able to work in HDR mode and it is an HDR monitor, so the defect lies with one device. Performed factory reset, changed GPU port, the result has not changed - HDR was unsuccessful. I ordered another one and replaced it with the third unit, everything worked fine. Make sure your monitor is in HDR mode in Windows display settings before making sure your device is ok. HDR is…

What are the favorable features of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • 27 inches
What are the negative aspects of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Never

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Can I return the monitor?

The monitor looks good. But when I connect it to my MacBook Pro 2018 it says no signal. Although the laptop is charging. I tried with an HDMI cable and it worked. I'm not sure if there is a problem with the USB-C cable or if I need to change some settings or not. If I can't find a way, I can return the monitor.

What positive qualities does LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating possess?
  • 13 pounds
What are the problems of using LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Limited ergonomic properties

Revainrating 5 out of 5

crystal clear in my assessment

I've been using it for two weeks, the image quality is excellent. Text looks crisp and clear on a Mac. Used with both m1 and Intel Mac. It's just that you can't control the monitor with m1 mac (it's not a monitor problem)

What are the pros of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Robust construction
What negative qualities does LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating possess?
  • The monitor is noisy when it is on.

Revainrating 2 out of 5

too many problems best in my rating

I bought this laptop with my own $$ and used it for exactly 24 hours before deciding to return it. My current setup is a 2019 16" MacBook Pro + 2018 Windows 10 laptop, both connected to KVM, which is connected to an older ASUS monitor via HDMI. This setup works without any problems, except that I have a few cables on my desk I thought this LG UP850 monitor was an upgrade from my ASUS VW246 monitor but this LG monitor had too many issues.First good part: I love the ergonomic stand it's perfect…

What are the perks associated with LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • 60 Hertz
What are the drawbacks of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Poor connection: If the monitor is not properly connected to the computer, the image may not appear or may be distorted.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

A really reliable monitor for software development

As a software engineer, I spent a lot of time looking for the right monitor. I was between this and the Dell UltraSharp U2720Q model, but the price difference of over $230 was the deciding factor (LG was cheaper). Both monitors have almost identical specs and it wasn't difficult to choose one from LG. I am a MAC OS user and the picture quality of this monitor is extremely identical to the LG monitor compared to my 2019 16 inch MacBook Pro with very rich colors and very sharp text. The code on…

What are the favorable features of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • AMD FreeSync
What negative features does LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating have?
  • Almost everything is fine

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great monitor, great brand.

I love how well these monitors are packaged. I received 8 of these and they were all perfect. Easy to assemble, maybe 5 minutes and you're good to go. Convenient rear ports, 2 x HDMI and powered USB-C to charge your Mac Book Pro. Colors look great on the fantastic almost borderless screen. Lots of features with tilt, up and down and 90 degree portrait orientation. I will continue to buy them when I need them.

What are the positive aspects of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • ‎AC
What are the disadvantages of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Uneven illumination.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great for Mac if you choose the right settings

Great screen for the price but takes a few minutes to set up to get the best results on a Mac. Excellent USB-C connection. It connects to the screen, charges my 16" MacBook Pro and allows you to use a USB webcam connected to the monitor, all with a single cable. Monitor settings to select a custom mode. After that, the colors look the same as they did on my MacBook Pro screen.

What are the positive aspects of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • computers and accessories
What are the cons of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Limited Warranty.

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Audio issues and poor support approach

While picture quality was good, there was an initial audio lag of 1-2 seconds on all ports. I've encountered this issue on four different systems, each running a different operating system (Windows 10 and 11, Ubuntu 20.04 and Raspberry Pi OS) and each connected to a different port on the 27UP850 display. All systems work fine with my previous monitor (Asus PB258Q) on all available ports. I only use certified HDMI, DisplayPort and USB cables. It seems that the monitor's audio processing goes…

What are the favorable features of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • rotation setting
What are the drawbacks of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Protection

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Worst monitor I have ever ordered and seen

I was so excited about this monitor because of the high reviews online. When I received it and hooked it up I was so disappointed! I can safely say that this is the WORST PC monitor I have ever seen! LG forever on my black list! - I've been trying to calibrate it for a whole week - still doesn't work. - LG's support software is so buggy, especially the screen management utility. - Even if the black stabilizer is set to zero, black appears gray. .- Poor joystick quality may deteriorate within…

What positive qualities does LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating possess?
  • Nice
What are the shortcomings associated with LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • too stupid

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great monitor to use with Mac mini

I bought several of these monitors to use with my MacBook Pro and mini Mac. Great quality monitor! Outstanding image quality. I like that it has a USB-C port. Lots of regular USB ports. It also charges my MacBook when plugged in.

What are the upsides of using LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • ‎240 volts
What are the negative aspects of LG 27UP850-W: Borderless, HDR Display with Height & Pivot Adjustment, Anti-Glare Coating?
  • Short instructions