LG Unveils Revolutionary Bendable 5K2K Gaming Monitor: A Game-Changer in Visual Technology!

Much like the flexible, versatile Elastigirl from the iconic Pixar movie The Incredibles, LG’s newest widescreen monitor is a “5K2K” OLED display that can transform from a conventional flat screen into a 900R curved format. At an impressive 45 inches, it comes with a hefty price tag, but it might be the only monitor you’ll ever require.

Famed for its innovations in bendable, transformable screen technology, LG still surprises with the 45GX990A. The company is marketing its latest 45-inch panel, which provides flexibility that exceeds mere bendability. It boasts VRR (refresh rate details yet to be disclosed) as well as its “Dual-Mode” function, allowing users to alternate between different resolution presets. Users can switch between a 21:9 or 16:9 aspect ratio or other screen sizes—39, 34, or 27 inches—without wading through monitor configurations. According to LG, there are eight distinct setups available.

To clear up any potential confusion regarding the “5K2K” resolution specifications, the display measures 5,120 by 2,160, although this may vary depending on the settings applied on the monitor. Its pixel resolution effectively compares to the height of 4K at 3,840 by 2,160. Should you wish to game using such an arrangement, it is advisable to choose games that support ultrawide formats. At least, the LG Flexible OLED is compatible with Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium. It is also expected to feature DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1 support (even with HDMI 2.2 anticipated) along with 90W power delivery.

The 45GX990A represents a typical OLED with .03 MS response times characteristic of this display category. While it may not have the aesthetic appeal of other 16:9 curved monitors, such as Alienware’s AW3225QF from earlier this year, the variance is likely to be minimal. I have also appreciated the QDOLED on the Philips Evnia 34M2C8600 due to its 1800R curve. I’ve never found a compelling reason to suddenly trade a curved display for a flat one, though perhaps the upper range of the UltraGear GX9 lineup might change my perspective.

LG is opting for size and adaptability—both literally and metaphorically—over the quantum dots found in those alternative monitors. You receive an expansive 45-inch screen that can accommodate your preferred curvature, whether dominating your peripheral vision or providing a gentle arc for your usual workstation. Whichever way you look at it, 45 inches will occupy most desks, so prepare to part ways with your multi-monitor arrangements.

This all comes before we learn the pricing of these displays, ahead of LG showcasing them during CES 2025 in the second week of January. LG has other monitors that are not flexible, such as the sister curved OLED and the 45GX950A, which carries the same 5K2K OLED but features a conventional 800R curve. LG claims this model has minimal bezels to achieve a “virtually borderless design.” This model, likely to come with a high price tag, is accompanied by a “smart gaming monitor,” the UltraGear 39GX90SA. That 800R curved OLED display utilizes LG’s Linux-based webOS, functioning similarly to a standard smart TV, which may make it suitable for gaming or movie streaming.

Once again, pricing and release dates are still unknown. LG has just begun selling its much-anticipated transparent Signature OLED T, which was initially presented at CES 2024 earlier this month for $60,000. I do not expect LG to take nearly as long with its UltraGear GX9 series, but that decision rests with the manufacturer. Last year, LG’s major CES announcement featured a 240 Hz monitor capable of reaching 480 Hz, which retailed at an MSRP of $1,400. Given its dimensions, we anticipate the GX9 to fetch an even higher price.