LG Ultrafine 6K announced

[EugW]

Note re: the 45" 5k/2k OLED. It's due out later this year in 39" which makes it a much more productivity-friendly 140ppi, which is the same as the current Dell and LG used by many. It's *also* due in 34" which will have an even higher PPI though I'm too lazy to do the math right now.

https://www.pcgameshardware.de/screenshots/1020x/2024/01/LG-Roadmap-2025-pcgh.jpg

5120x2160:

45" - 123.5 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 27.8"
39" - 142.5 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 24.1"
34" - 163.4 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 21.0"
30" - 185.3 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 18.6"
27" - 205.8 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 16.7"

The first two sizes are non-starters for me. The 34" at 163 ppi would be OK, but I want an upgrade from my current 163 ppi monitor. As mentioned earlier, a hypothetical 30" monitor at 185 ppi would be great, but it's not on the roadmap.

I sit at around 22-25" away from the screen, which is why that 34" 5K2K monitor would work, with its minimum recommended seating distance of 21", but nonetheless with 163 ppi I still do notice text isn't quite perfectly crisp when non-integer scaling is used.

Thus, I will stick with the plan of getting a 5-6K 31.5-32" monitor.

5120x2880 31.5" - 186.5 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 18.4"
6016x3384 31.5" - 219.1 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 15.7"
6144x3456 32.0" - 220.3 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 15.6"

BTW, here are the Asus 6K specs. Technically it says 218 ppi (like Apple's monitors). Rounding error above, but close enough.

 

[anthonymoody]

5120x2160:

45" - 123.5 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 27.8"
39" - 142.5 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 24.1"
34" - 163.4 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 21.0"
30" - 185.3 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 18.6"
27" - 205.8 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 16.7"

The first two sizes are non-starters for me. The 34" at 163 ppi would be OK, but I want an upgrade from my current 163 ppi monitor. As mentioned earlier, a hypothetical 30" monitor at 185 ppi would be great, but it's not on the roadmap.

I sit at around 22-25" away from the screen, which is why that 34" 5K2K monitor would work, with its minimum recommended seating distance of 21", but nonetheless with 163 ppi I still do notice text isn't quite perfectly crisp when non-integer scaling is used.

Thus, I will stick with the plan of getting a 5-6K 31.5-32" monitor.

5120x2880 31.5" - 186.5 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 18.4"
6016x3384 31.5" - 219.1 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 15.7"
6144x3456 32.0" - 220.3 ppi - Minimum retina seating distance 15.6"

BTW, here are the Asus 6K specs. Technically it says 218 ppi (like Apple's monitors). Rounding error above, but close enough.

Thanks for doing the math! I'm on the current/old 40" LG so the 39" would be a cross grade in PPI but obviously a massive improvement in other specs.

I wonder for the 6K under discussion here what the HiDPI resolutions are? I use 3840 x 1620 on the 40" I have and get 3 columns which I consider to be full width for my needs. Just guessing but based on physical real estate a 32" 6K may function more like a 2-column screen. That would be tough for me to accept after getting so used to 3.


Sorry EugW not sure how this quote got here and I can't figure out how to delete it.

 

[T'hain Esh Kelch]

Note re: the 45" 5k/2k OLED. It's due out later this year in 39" which makes it a much more productivity-friendly 140ppi, which is the same as the current Dell and LG used by many. It's *also* due in 34" which will have an even higher PPI though I'm too lazy to do the math right now.

https://www.pcgameshardware.de/screenshots/1020x/2024/01/LG-Roadmap-2025-pcgh.jpg

That slide refers to panel production. The displays wont be out on the market until spring 2026.

 

[anthonymoody]

That slide refers to panel production. The displays wont be out on the market until spring 2026.

I've waited this long so 😂

 

[EugW]

As LG's stunning new 45" curved 5K OLED has been priced at 2000, would it be safe the say the new 6K Ultrafine will be around this price too?

An Update on Pricing and Availability for the LG 45GX950A and 45GX990A 45" 5K2K OLED Monitors - TFTCentral

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[Pezimak]

Its a BEAST 😂😂

 

[sparkie7]

Any update on this LG UltraFine™️ 6K Monitor (Model 32U990A) ?

Availability / launch date. Does it have at least 2x Thunderbolt 5 ports for daisy chaining multiple displays?

 

[Pezimak]

Any update on this LG UltraFine™️ 6K Monitor (Model 32U990A) ?

Availability / launch date. Does it have at least 2x Thunderbolt 5 ports for daisy chaining multiple displays?

Yes, their Greek website state a release next month September:

Οι καινοτόμες οθόνες της LG βραβεύτηκαν με Red Dot Design Award 2025

Δύο προηγμένα μοντέλα της LG Electronics (LG) ξεχώρισαν στον παγκοσμίως αναγνωρισμένο θεσμό Red Dot Design Awards 2025, αποσπώντας διάκριση για τον καινοτόμο και λειτουργικό σχεδιασμό τους: η LG UltraFine™ 6K Monitor (μοντέλο 32U990A) και η LG Smart Monitor Swing (μοντέλο 32U889SA).

www.lg.com

“The LG UltraFine™ 6K, the world’s first display with 6K resolution and Thunderbolt™ 5 support, combines top-tier technical features with refined design. Equipped with a Nano IPS Black panel, it delivers exceptional color accuracy, a wide color gamut (99.5% Adobe RGB and 98% DCI-P3), and a high contrast ratio. Its slim and geometrically balanced design merges aesthetics with ergonomics, perfectly meeting the needs of professional content creators as well as demanding users.

On the other hand, the LG Smart Monitor Swing, which also received recognition at this year’s CES Innovation Awards, impresses with its versatility and user-friendliness. Featuring a rotating stand with ergonomic design, a 32” 4K UHD touchscreen, and the webOS operating system, this smart monitor fully adapts to the user's personal and professional needs—whether for entertainment or work—without the need to connect to a computer.

This double distinction at the Red Dot Awards confirms LG’s commitment to designing innovative products that offer high aesthetics, functionality, and technological excellence.

The two award-winning monitors are expected to arrive on the Greek market starting in September. Finally, all LG professional monitors come with a 3-year comprehensive warranty and a 3-year zero pixel defect warranty.”

Some places are reporting it will have 120HZ too due to Thunderbolt 5, but without any sources being provided.

Some new pics here too but they aslo show it has thicker bezels then originally advertised:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1957703980907151654

I am going to take a look at this one once it is out, but am also tempted to get a Pro Display XDR once it has been updated, or see we what the new Studio display is like, thinking Mini LED may be better with better HDR and local dimming. And no risk of burn in with static windows like on OLED.