Experience the Future of Gaming: LG Unveils Revolutionary Bendable 5K2K OLED Monitors for 2025

LG isn’t delaying until CES kicks off to unveil its latest range of gaming monitors. Leading the 2025 series is the UltraGear OLED Bendable Gaming Monitor, which LG asserts to be the “world’s first 5K2K-resolution bendable OLED screen.” While that sounds notably precise, it’s certainly admirable to boast about being the pioneer, I suppose. The 45-inch display boasts a generous resolution of 5120×2160, providing the same vertical pixel density as a conventional 4K monitor, yet offering a significantly broader canvas for gaming.

With its 21:9 aspect ratio, LG posits that it delivers “a more engaging gaming experience compared to standard 16:9 displays, while ensuring improved content compatibility over 32:9 monitors.” This configuration also renders the screen quite suitable for productivity tasks when you’re not immersed in gaming.

The UltraGear OLED Bendable Gaming Monitor (model 45GX990A) can shift from entirely flat to a 900R curvature, and the latest iteration of LG’s Dual-Mode functionality “enables users to switch seamlessly between resolution and refresh rate presets, while also customizing the aspect ratio and picture dimensions.” It has received certification for Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, though the promotional materials do not disclose a maximum refresh rate. I’ve inquired for further information on that aspect.

LG is additionally introducing a non-bendable variant with a fixed 800R curve. Apart from that, it retains the same 45-inch size, identical aspect ratio, and the same 5K2K resolution. LG’s press communication mentions that you can anticipate “crisp, lifelike visuals with the breathtaking colors and remarkable contrast for which LG OLED products are celebrated.” Shared features between both models include a 0.03ms (GtG) response time and compatibility with DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C supporting 90W power delivery. The 45GX950A utilizes a RGWB subpixel arrangement to enhance text clarity on the screen, making productivity tasks easier on your eyes.

Alongside these two monitors, LG is also launching the curved UltraGear 39GX90SA, a webOS-driven “home entertainment center” that provides easy access to streaming platforms — similar to LG’s televisions. It appears that the company has taken inspiration from Samsung’s smart monitor line here. Measuring at 39 inches, this model is slightly smaller than the other GX9 screens, yet maintains the 21:9 aspect ratio and 800R curvature. “Equipped with USB Type-C ports, it delivers convenient connectivity and features LG’s ergonomic and space-efficient L-shaped stand for an organized desk setup,” LG stated in tonight’s press announcement.

As is customary with CES news, pricing details and a definitive launch date are expected to be revealed later in 2025. However, we will have our first in-person glance at the UltraGear GX9 series in Las Vegas, so remain tuned for initial impressions in early next month — alongside a plethora of spectacular displays from numerous other brands as well.