The LG 29UC88-B Curved UltraWide FreeSync monitor REVIEW

[@Antilli]

So... I received mine, my short review; Image quality 5/5 No complaints at all. Very accurate colors, no dead pixels, the sharpness was a bit too low out of the box for my taste, but nothing a quick increase in the menu couldn't fix. A little bit of backlight bleeding on the top, but not really intrusive in general. Really happy with this. Sound 2/5. Well... Way below average... Speakers crack regularly with music or movies or games, sound reproduction is not really accurate, it's sometimes even difficult to understand what someone is saying in a movie trailer and so on. I really want some separate speakers now, but, I will stick to using my headphones for now. Sound quality is great through the headphone port though. Maybe I should re-evaluate the speaker sound quality after the speakers break in, but, if they're crackling already, I doubt it will get any better. It's not faulty speakers by the way. Majority of things sound fine, as in, without cracks. When it does happen, it's extremely ugly. Build 3.5/5. The monitor itself feels well built. The curve is slight but very very nice. Glad I went with it instead of the flat version. Don't think I would've liked it as much if it was flat. The menu button feels flimsy and it's not really that accurate either. Sometimes it registers a different direction than I pressed. I really hope it doesn't give out on me. Thankfully it has software which allows you to control the monitor through windows itself. The stand has adjustable height and tilt, which is great. Bit it's not really that firm, meaning the monitor can 'jiggle' around if your desk itself is not stable. Overall; 4/5. It's a shame about the sound, but most people don't really rely on the sound of their monitors anyway, so I won't downgrade the point too much because of that. The build issues are there, but not deal breakers for most anyway.

[@ian9294]

Man that bezel is very deceiving. I wish it was truly as thin as it looks when the monitor is off.

[@croppedgraph3527]

i feel you bro

[@kacperwoek6026]

I have to say, I'm truly amazed by the quality of this video. That 1:48 - 1:55 moment, sick AF

[@MindBlank86]

+Chichradło Moczymorda Hey! Thanks, I appreciate it! :)

[@HotPotatas]

By far the best review I've seen for this monitor. Glad I kept scrolling to find it.

[@DenisDamulira23]

Excellent quality video...this monitor is now $249 in the USA,best deal ever...was looking at a 34 but my GTX 780 I'd struggle at 1440p...this is perfect...getting one asap.

[@charliec8538]

ebay from buydig

[@DenisDamulira23]

yeah ebay....www.ebay.com/itm/322270086110?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT....just bought mine today...coming from a 23" 16:9 this will be awesome

[@purplekoolaid9884]

i can't lie your the only person on youtube that has a video of this monitor with great camera shots

[@MrWebo911]

Thanks for the review, I wasn't sure to buy since on the websites it seems to have no reviews but now that I've seen this video I'm definitely buying it

[@MartinLawlietProioxix]

Beautiful b-roll and fantastic review. Thank you.

[@MindBlank86]

Thanks mate and appreciate the kind words. You're most welcome!

[@killerlvady]

Man.. Your Review... You do such a perfect job! So nice and informative to watch! 11/10

[@MindBlank86]

+killerlvady Thank you very much, this is very good to hear!

[@kace9214]

just inform anyone thinking about getting this monitor, if you have a nvidia card, you will experience frame skipping if monitor is oc to 75hz. with freesync on or off. If you have an AMD card then it will work as intended, if you have nvidia you will only be able to play on 60hz, unless you like frame skipping

[@usuariofuturista]

Even with V-sync on?

[@CarpeMea]

Excellent review sir. I was looking for a 34" gsync (or maybe freesync and change the card at the next amd revision), but frankly don't want to spend the money on a technology that isn't perfect yet. For a third of the cost this monitor will fill the gap for a couple of years. Whilst not a throwaway item I am not going to be as disappointed that it isn't perfect as if I spent 1k on some 34" that in 6 months is outdated or available for much less money. For me, 29" 1080 replaced if needed in a couple of years or so is far easier to live with than 34" 1440 that I'm stuck with for a decade because of what i spent...... This way I don't have to regret my hasty decision whilst I watch monitors improve, ultra-wide get no content and gsync/freesync fight it out and find I backed the wrong horse. Thanks again.

[@MindBlank86]

+CarpeMea Yeah, I know what you mean. 2560x1080 is also significantly less easier to power than UW 1440p. You can power 1080p UW with anything (and including) the RX 480. And Vega will hit the market soon, so that's good as well.

[@carlosnazario1170]

that monitor looks amazing. I think you should try DOOM on that monitor and i think using all levels of OC would be welcome. As far as i know you are the only youtuber to have a RX 480OC that high and make content and i feel alot of people would love to see how it performes.

[@MindBlank86]

Really? Did no one find someone with an RX 480 similar to what mine can do?

[@carlosnazario1170]

Not outside of bench marking no at least searching on youtube in the US region you are the only video in existence of a RX 480 operating and gaming at beyond 1370mhz which seems to be most ppls limit with OC. So yes i strongly encourage you to make more content! :D

[@d33rgod58]

I have Sapphire Nitro 480 4GB and currently I run it at 1400 MHz on 1110 mV. It also ran stable 1450 on maximum voltage (1175 mV) but was unstable at 1475 MHz. Could be that people try to up the clock but leave voltage on auto which assigns 1175 mV (WTF?), which ofc causes massive power drain and temperature which in turn can throttle the clock depending on how do you set maximum allowed temp and power.

[@MindBlank86]

+d33rgod Excellent reply here. Good job on that OC. I really like the RX 480 at those clock speeds. It really makes the card perform just awesome.

[@KirkLindstromtcedg]

Amazing review man! Your cinematography is on point!

[@Speckled_trout91]

very nice choice. i prefer monitors similar to this one that offer better color and contrast vs the more dull looking 144htz panels. i recently picked up a samsung 24" curved 1080p display that only runs 60htz but the color and deep blacks are worth it.

[@MindBlank86]

+Tech_bloodbath Yeah, I think almost all 144hz monitors are TN, and that is the reason for duller colors. A monitor like this can be "overclocked" to something like 90Hz and this should be a good middle ground between the standard 60 and the fast 144Hz.

[@Valdass87]

How about input lag on LG29uc88? Does 5ms pixel response time cause blur?

[@R2D2trashcan]

MindBlank Tech do you know if anyone (yourself maybe) has tested overlooking this monitor?do you have to use a separate program to get the higher MHz?

[@juzzotec]

Fantastic review, covered all the right topics 👍

[@ClifHamburger]

Just got this monitor. I love it. Its sweeeet. Your vid help me decide to get it. Gaming is fantastic.

[@MindBlank86]

+ClifHamburger Awesome man and I'm really glad to have helped! Enjoy your new awesome UW monitor!

[@7ftunder]

Anyone else watching this because you saw it at $249.99 on ebay? lol

[@VIRUSGR1]

i envy the lucky bastards who got it for 250 when i am considering to waste 3/5 of my salary for 450

[@MrPistachiman]

LOL I saw an offer for 199$ with pretty good review too! I got the last one XD

[@KarcusKorpse]

Just an FYI on the light bleeding. I have a Feb-2017 build and it still present. Stay away if you have OCD.

[@ranthonyNL]

Thanks for the clean review! answered all the questions I had!

[@deathgripfan]

great video. i just purchased this monitor online and this video got me hyped for it to arrive :)

[@andreabriganti8621]

Good review and good monitor. With a better response time, higher refresh and a bit enhancement in pixel density and this could be the best 2k wfhd monitor period.

[@ssaini5028]

excellent video and review

[@TrevorMurphy]

your accent reminds me so much of Dmitri from HardwareCanucks haha. Good video :)

[@MindBlank86]

+Trevor Murphy Thank! I take that as a positive thing. I like Dmitri and HC in general. Compared to some comments regarding my accent that I get from time to time, this is expensive perfume :))

[@Dave-uk7el]

Great review, very helpful! Thanks!

[@SvenSinclairMusic]

That is a great review! Thank you! Cleared up many of my questions. (o:

[@George_K.]

WoW is said to make good use of 21:9. League of Legends has ultrawide support, I guess it helps you spot ganks with wider vision, but perhaps you already know that. Rocket League should also be quite nice on the ultrawide and racing games is one of the best genres for 21:9. However I'd love to try out action games (like Doom, Metro, Wolfenstein, Battlefield) whenever I get my new monitor, that is...

[@MindBlank86]

+George K. Hey man! From what I played so far I was severely impressed by a few games. First of all is Witcher 3 which is just jaw_dropping-ly beautiful in some areas on UW. Second is some sections in DOOM. Again, extremely pretty. BF1 also looks amazing in UW. Other games, not so much. I'd mention here Overwatch, Mafia 3, Crysis 3 etc. They look great, don't get me wrong, but lack that "holy sh!t" moment when you fire them up.

[@George_K.]

MindBlank Tech Thank you for the reply! I watched your GTX 1060 and Ultrawide video, it's very informative - the testing methodology and style were great, but the gameplay wasn't stressing the system much. I like your editing and you have good ideas (that cheeky FREESYNC tear really got me) - it reminds me a little of HardwareCanucks from a couple of years ago. BtW maybe you should follow the r/ultrawidemasterrace Group/Curator on steam for more 21:9 game titles. I play games 90% of my PC time, so lately I'm very much into Civilization (turn based) and Stellaris which are from the (grand) strategy games genre and I was absolutely thorn for some time between 3440x1440 for real estate and 2560x1080p for better FPS in action games and much lower price (~270€). I've got 23" 1080p IPS, so I'm thinking since going to 21:9 impacts the PC experience so much, it shoudl be best to push it even further with 3440x1440 and make it that much more of an upgrade. However I'll swallow Acer XR341ck's extremely salty price (I can already hear my wallet weep like no Steam sale ever made it before), because I believe my R9 390 will manage the 2K UW with LFC and a couple of settings tweaks, so it just comes down to deciding when to purchase, because HDR is coming shortly to the market. I believe 2017 will be the year of HDR monitors and my ultrawide better provide all features available for the next few years, especially when dropping over 800€. What's your take on the ultrawide segment of the IT market as of now?

[@supermeseriasu]

it still good for 2020 ?i thinking to buy 1 used half price.

[@b0n3zy]

Great review, subbed! However, you should have added some frame rates for the most popular games (doom, BF1, overwatch, etc) running on your RX480 and how they perform with Freesync. I think that is the most important info for gamers interested to buy this monitor ;)

[@MindBlank86]

+tsampaola Hey there! That video will come soon. Already have this up for the GTX 1060, but plan to have a more indepth one with the RX 480 as well. Stay tuned! :)

[@b0n3zy]

Thanx for the reply buddy, much appreciated. This is a freesync UW monitor not just a UW monitor. People with a tighter budget are looking to pair it with a RX480 to take advantage of FS and enjoy UW gaming. IMO, focus should be on how well that pairing works (with fps results) and what experience it offers to those looking to go down that road. Your videos are very comprehensive but you should consider catering to that market, as AMD has gained a considerable market share in the midrange gfx card category with the RX480 release. Just a thought ;) Also, don't forget that a lot of people are on the prowl these days looking to upgrade their system to play all the major titles coming out now (BF1 would be on the top of my list). So don't delay that review!!! :)

[@MindBlank86]

+tsampaola Thanks for the tips. I actually had planned the UW performance video sooner but got sidetracked with an AMD build which is about to hit the channel in the coming days. Immediately after I'll have this video up as you are one of many more that are interested in this.

[@PeteTheL337]

How is the bleed and ips glow on your sample of the 29uc88?, ive had a few UW myself and all of them with the exception of LGs 29um57 was dreadful (including but not limited to the Dell u3415w). I am hoping the curved models have less of an issue with glow as it is the worst part about IPS/PLS

[@ThePhilosophersYawn]

I received this monitor yesterday. I 'll make a separate comment in this video for others to read but I 'll adress your question here. I was very worried about ips glow as I watch a lot of horror and sci-fi films on my pc (and also play horror games). I also use dark themes/skins on my system (windows, firefox, chrome) as well as for sites (google, youtube etc) so ips glow would be very annoying. The monitor has almost zero backlight bleed but it does suffer from ips glow as (unfortunately) expected with ips. Though I found its not so annoying as I feared. Depending on light conditions you can play around with settings (brightness, black level, black stabilizer and maybe gamma) and achieve very deep blacks with barely noticable glow. I watched the film "pandorum" (in ultrawide) which is a very dark film as a test and was surprised by the black levels and minimum glow this panel can achieve. Worst case is of course in a completely dark room watching a very dark film... yet even in this setting the panel can provide a very good overall experience, not ideal but better than most ips panels, especially better than both my TVs. The best case is in a softly lit room (in my case a 7w lamp in a corner of the room), you can get amazing black levels with almost non-existent glow (for films). Of course if you just open a plain black image fullscreen you will still see ips glow no matter what you do... the glow will always be there but in most uses you wont notice it. For desktop use (and probably games, havent tested yet) you will need to set higher brightness to fully enjoy the AMAZING colours of this monitor so in dark backgrounds you will notice some glow. Yet it still isnt so bad to be dissapointing. Overall the panel is thankfully much better than I was expecting.

[@titanclaw2488]

ClitoriousCeasar thank you!

[@MindBlank86]

+Peter Thomsen Well, depends on one's definition of dreadful. Mine has light bleed for sure. It doesn't bother me. Haven't encountered a situation where it was bothersome. *However*, I don't watch movies on it. Probably would be very noticeable in such a case. I think that it is on par with general IPS bleed. Not more, not less. I've seen less on much more expensive monitors, but I've seen worse on others...

[@graerdl]

Great video! I'm in the market for a new monitor and was hoping to pair it with an RX 480; how does this model compare to LG 29UM69G-B?

[@marcuslee1684]

Been tossing up between saving money and getting this, the LG 29UC88 or go all out on the 34 inch variant. Possible for a side by side comparison in terms to scale as an idea for a future video? :D I don't see many reviewers doing that.

[@MindBlank86]

Hey! I don't have access to the 32 inch, sadly. There is a difference in size, but it is not huge. 34 inch is nicer, obviously, but requires more space and more money... Also 2560x1080 on a 34 inch will look horrible, so they must be 3440x1440 = that means extra money and a capable GPU.

[@ThePaulv12]

Great review. Great because it tells it how it is - even if it tells me things I don't want to hear about the product. Do you reckon a GTX590 will run it? My 590 runs 2x 22" monitors and works fine but one monitor just died so I'm thinking of an upgrade to this.

[@swaginator4207]

I think that would be no problem, since the UW monitor has less pixels than 2xHD monitors (If yours are HD which I assume) ;)

[@MindBlank86]

+swaginator420 Yeah, I think you're going to be fine too. GTX 590 should be comparable to a GTX 770, right? It can push 2560x1080 with decent framerates. Depends on your expectations.

[@leontiushalim1328]

What is your color, brightness, contrast, and sharpness settings? I can't seem to find the right setting for my monitor

[@isaaccruz2685]

I'm thinking of buying this thing or two Azus VG248QE's but don't know what to get. Also, how many htz does this LG computer have and is it preferable for gaming? I don't know which ones to get.

[@Yipsilon1]

TO be onest, I dont know if its the monitor or the video that look amazing! Great job

[@MindBlank86]

Thanks dude! :D

[@oscannail274]

Why are you using "high response time" vs a lower response time? AFAIK lower ms is faster... Is there a benefit to making it slower?

[@MindBlank86]

+Parker Scannell No, that's just how LG in their infinite wisdom called low response time. I know it's confusing, but it's in the monitor menus...

[@abbosbekzafarbekogli6889]

Is there any one who replaced after display was broken ?

[@3zk1i_93]

But isn’t 14ms response time very bad? Does it look laggy?

[@d33rgod58]

Hey thanks for the review. I've been eyeing this monitor for a while but reviews are scarce. What can you say about input lag though? I don't really play competitively fast-paced games but one guy on amazon in his review said it's not top notch in very twitchy games. But I guess it wouldn't matter to me. And one more thing? Is the curve worth paying extra? I do have some spare cash and would really prefer curved version. You buy monitor for a few years after all (at least my old one has 6 years atm).

[@MindBlank86]

Hey! Glad that I helped you out! I can't see any difference with input times between this and my old 23" 1080p IPS LG. I *can* see a difference from the 75Hz as opposed to 60Hz. Regarding the curve, it's a matter of preference. Like said in the video it is subtle. I really wanted a curved monitor. I like the concept of curved ultrawides, but it isn't really groundbreaking to be honest... If we're talking 34" curved it is more noteworthy, but on this monitor it's just aesthetics and actually just . little immersion factor out of it. Still awesome though. You get used to it really quickly, that's the bummer...

[@d33rgod58]

I ordered it today after much thinking. I can always return it if I don't like it but honestly the only thing that'd would make me do it is probably some massive backlight bleed. If it's okay in that department I will keep it I think. Regarding getting used to the curve I think it speaks well for it. I mean if you don't notice it and image is good on those sides that means the curve does its job, no? As in there's no distortion.

[@sid5454]

im currently using an old 24 inch 1080p asus monitor would you recommend upgrading to this monitor

[@slipknotboy555]

Good video, but just to put it out there, 40 - 75Hz is kinda the low range for Freesync. There are a lot of Freesync monitors with ranges of like ~40 - 144Hz. I don't know if there are many ultrawides with ranges that good, though. Just wanted to mention that

[@rdeleonp]

It's not 144Hz, but it's IPS, Ultrawide, got a DP port and 30-90 Khz H-SYNC range. Just set it to 32-80 Hz FreeSync range for some LFC goodness and you're set ( use CRU: goo.gl/LyrY5k ).

[@MindBlank86]

Nice tips here! I know you can extend the range on some FS monitors.

[@rdeleonp]

Yes. It depends on the scaler / Khz H-SYNC range.

[@SIIIIIMY]

Does this monitor work well when playing arma 3. I've been looking at it for a while and don't know if I should get it or is there better for the same price. I'm only gonna play arma 3 on it

[@Matt-mt6xk]

hardware canucks said the 34 inch version of this is bad for gaming because keeping and fps between 55 and 75 fps is hard and he ran into screen tearing. did you experience this?

[@MindBlank86]

+Matt Well, no, because this has a FS range between 40-75Hz and a lower res than the 34 incher. So it is easier to push higher frames AND it also has a more permissive range, starting from 40, not 50.

[@Matt-mt6xk]

MindBlank Tech oh yeah! I forgot about the 40-75 range. Thanks. I ordered this monitor and was staring to get worried.

[@MetalMoshin]

Hey can you tell me what speakers you have? They look amazing.

[@icemangtr1]

i dont know but you can check Creative GIGAWORKS t40 SERIES 2 IRISH SPEAKERS INSIDE THEM and KRK Rokit 8 you wont be unhappy from these speakers you can try too JBL Ones NO DOUBT they rocks too!!

[@SHeeDeED]

+MindBlank Techthis . This lg monitor or the 34" flat? i am really really deciding between them.

[@joaoalex]

Hello! Would you still recommend this monitor, or are there better 2560x1080 29'' Freesync options available atm? Thanks and great video!

[@MindBlank86]

+João Ferreira ATM, no. This is a kickass option with a lot of plusses. Good res, good size, FS, good panel, decent refresh range.

[@joaoalex]

Thank you for your response! Hopefully I will grab one soon :)

[@Melkisedek777]

I have a EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB. Will it be any good with this LG monitor? Ty for a very good video by the way : )

[@NeilHall]

Great review - thank you.

[@MindBlank86]

+Neil Hall You are most welcome!

[@pasha901100]

Hello +MindBlank Tech. Thanks for the review. I am little bit confused. What is better: LG 29uc88-b or LG 29EA73-P(or LG 29EA93-P)? thank you for your response.

[@MindBlank86]

+Pasha Roytman Hey dude! The 29EA has no Freesync and 60Hz refresh rate. It is probably cheaper though. I wholeheartedly recommend Freesync, so if you have and AMD card to make use of it, I'd get a model with FS. Also, 75Hz might not sound like much an improvement over 60Hz, but when you compare them after seeing 75Hz, you will feel a definite difference in favor of the higher refresh rate one. Depends in you budget... Also, I think that 29EA is not curved, so if that's a worthwhile thing for you, then that's another thing not going in its favor.

[@loukas371]

Great video. I own an rx 480 and was thinking of going for the 29UM68-P which is similar in specs (2560x1080 75hz freesync ips) but 100 $ cheaper. I wonder in what aspect its worse than this one. I would also be very interested on some rx 480 benchmarks on this resolution :)

[@MindBlank86]

Hey dude! Glad you liked it. I'll consider testing the RX480 at this res. Had it in my plan anyway ;). Also, I think that for $100 less you should maybe go for the non-curved option as if curved is not that appealing to you. The big immersion factor here is from the aspect ratio itself - first place. Then from the curved bit which is not that prominent anyway. Still love the curve on it though. :)

[@loukas371]

yeah I believe I agree with you. curved is cool sure, but not for 100$ extra. thanks for the reply :)

[@jeanreduplessis2366]

Very helpful video , you made up my mind, I'm buying it. Thanks

[@MindBlank86]

Hey man! Really glad I helped you out! Please let me know how you find the monitor after you get it :)

[@jeanreduplessis7365]

+MindBlank Tech will do

[@TheParaSIET]

Good review! Thanks What is the difference between "LG 29UM59" monitor and the "LG 29UC88"? TIP: You should considering a link in the description of the video every time someone buy's from your link you get a percentage >> "affiliate marketing".

[@patrikdimitrov]

David M. The 29UC88 are curved

[@germantalash5189]

Will the speakers be enough to listen to presentations and podcast and such? ... I want to get rid of speakers and other things and make a minimalist desk (using small pc with iGPU) and such...

[@MindBlank86]

+German Talash Yeah, no issue with that. They are decent for what they are.

[@germantalash5189]

Thanks a lot!

[@Rosaslav]

So what is the actual freesync range? LG and AMD sites say it is 40-75Hz, but people say different numbers. Is freesync range different when using HDMI and DisplayPort? Also does anybody know what is the minimum brightness value of this one?

[@bobsaget9894]

Rostislav Hašek HDMI is not supported and will display 60hz dp=75hz 40-75hz freesync range

[@MindBlank86]

+Rostislav Hašek FS does not work through HDMI on this monitor. It's just DisplayPort only. And the range is 40-75Hz.

[@Axquiles]

Its possible to auto adjustment?, i have a problem, monitor produces shadow to the right of all text and graphics. I remember two year ago I had the same problem with a 23" lg monitor, first i was dissapointed, but testing and testing I managed to fix it easy just with auto adjustment. Now i have the same problem but dont know how to fix, cant find auto adjustment, and i tested everything.

[@MindBlank86]

+Axl Hey man! Auto adjust only worked on D-SUB monitors. This doesn't even have a D-SUB. Are you on DispalyPort or HDMI? I'll check with mine and see where the issue could come from. Did you try adjusting ClearType fonts in Windows? It has a wizard for adjusting to your preference and monitor. Is it only the text that's being doubled?

[@Axquiles]

Thanks for the answer. I fixed it just by using my old hdmi cable, the one that comes with my 29UC88 monitor was doing the problem. And i tested hdmi1 and hdmi2 with same cable and found that hdmi2 works better.

[@MarinoBoy21]

So I need a new monitor for an Xbox one x. It runs 4K so does this monitor basically run 4K gaming ??

[@Valdass87]

So, is it worth to switch to LG 29UC88 (2560x1080@75Hz) if i have 1080p@144Hz monitor. Is there big boost in productivity/multitasking?

[@MindBlank86]

+Valdass87 Hey! Depends on what you are aiming for. 144Hz gaming is pretty awesome. Then again so is UW. Regarding HW requirements, I think 144Hz 1080p is more demanding than 2560x1080 75Hz. So also keep this in mind.

[@Li0np3ach]

Can you recommend the color calibration for this monitor ?

[@boomdaus]

what is the refresh rate using a a nvidia 960 with a hdmi and what would be the refresh rate with a dp. i know that some freesnyc monitor will only run at 60 hz on nvidia hardware due to freesync and the lg page does explain anything really

[@MindBlank86]

+ferdaus bhuiyan Hmmm, if I remember correctly, I was limited to 60Hz through HDMI...

[@DarthQueefious]

Seen people enable LFC for this by increasing the Freesync range down into the 30's using Custom Resolution Utility (without introducing frameskipping) LFC enables automatically so long as the highest Freesync range is x2 of the lowest. AMD says x2.5 but x2 is the threshold

[@Rosaslav]

Have you tried to overclock this monitor (with CRU for example)? I mean, can it run on more than 75Hz?

[@MindBlank86]

+Rostislav Hašek I did, but not with CRU. I used the built in custom res in the drivers. I set 80Hz and didn't even need to test further as it was visibly choppy and skipping refresh windows. Either my way s not the correct way of trying an 'OC' on a monitor, or 75Hz is the limit for my particular panel and electronics.

[@ug0ts3rvd]

So does the freesync only work with display port? What if I want to use an external 24 inch monitor, will using hdmi on the 24 inch affect the display port?

[@MindBlank86]

+ug0ts3rvd Yeah, FS is only through DisplayPort on this one. As for the second question, I don't get ehat you are trying to do... Connect another 24" through HDMI and keep this monitor on DisplayPort? Yeah, that'll work just fine.

[@LOCNL0ADED]

No freesync through HDMI, does this mean you can only use freesync through DVI?

[@MindBlank86]

+LOCNL0ADED No, FS only works through DisplayPort.

[@LOCNL0ADED]

MindBlank Tech thanks for the reply! I read LG started making their monitors FS HDMI compatible late last year. Are your sources recent?

[@MindBlank86]

+LOCNL0ADED Yeah, dude. For certain this monitor doesn't support FS through HDMI. Other models do, of course, but not this one.

[@LOCNL0ADED]

MindBlank Tech here's the article: www.144hzmonitors.com/other/upcoming-amd-freesync-monitors-in-2016/ I by no means want to sound picky or stubborn bro. I really respect you and at the end of the day, YOU'RE the expert here and I'll value YOUR say. it's just really important to me because this is what will determine if I buy this monitor or not! Please understand. Love and respect man. Really appreciate your replies. Subbed.

[@MindBlank86]

+LOCNL0ADED Don't worry dude, I don't take it the wrong way. I think the site is misinformed. When I plugged in my HDMI on the monitor it said that FS was not supported. I know that FS through HDMI as well as Framerate Compensation are only available on the latest monitors being released. Anyway, that site also says that it is a 3440x1440 monitor when it clearly isn't.

[@mightymoaman2485]

Does the curve do that much? im looking at the non-curved equivalent (as it is the only one available in my country)

[@TS-qg7bc]

Mighty Moa Man Probably not just buy it without the curve.

[@Zetrokarev]

If I play Starcraft 2 with this monitor is it gonna look bad? I mean Im gonna have to play in a square instead of the complete screen? Please help

[@MindBlank86]

+Zetrokarev Yeah, play in a square or stretch it which is not ideal to say the least.

[@Zetrokarev]

Damn :( so all the games need to be played on a square? I guess its very difficult to fit that kind of screen...

[@drownword]

thanks for the video! do you happen to know the curvature radius of this model?

[@MindBlank86]

+chris szablewski You are most welcome! Damn, good question... I have no idea, TBH... Is it not in LG's spec sheet?

[@drownword]

not that I saw, but found additional specs on google and it appears to be a 3800mm

[@3zk1i_93]

Does this work with a nivada card?

[@charleswoods993]

You say there is Freesync support, then you say there isn't through HDMI. ELI5?

[@hanvyj2]

Only display port.

[@lily420.]

is it good for competitive games as well?

[@MindBlank86]

Hey! This is 75Hz max refresh rate. It is definitely visible compared to 60Hz. I play Overwatch and things are better than my 60Hz that I had before. For competitive however, I'd look at 90-120-144MHz though. 75Hz is more like bonus for this monitor, although already enjoying it in Overwatch, like I said.

[@lily420.]

Will I have 75hz with radeon r9 390?

[@MindBlank86]

+lior lalezari Yes, for sure. It is monitor dependant, not GPU. I think the 390 is again a great match for this monitor!

[@lily420.]

okay, thank you very much ! :D

[@Vhitdeadpool]

i love you and this review thanks alot man

[@MindBlank86]

+Unidentified Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it!

[@Vhitdeadpool]

MindBlank Tech OMG YOU REPLIED!!!! EVEN THOUGH I'M A YEAR LATE😂

[@Valdass87]

Does curve make straight lines and tables look curved?

[@MindBlank86]

+Valdass87 Hey! No, it doesn't. Don't fret about this, it's not the case.

[@Valdass87]

So, is it worth to switch to LG 29UC88 (2560x1080@75Hz) if i have 1080p@144Hz monitor. Is there big boost in productivity/multitasking?

[@jinhengchen]

is this monitor decent for video and photo editing?

[@haycheC]

Better than decent

[@gryff42]

is there any equivalent to this screen but with 120 or 144 hz?

[@SlowMoImpact]

I've been looking for the same shit atleast 100hz

[@reallycarson]

Free sync can work with nVidia. Right? I don’t want an AMD card

[@last-and-furious]

it will work like a non FreeSync monitor

[@eugenechua5954]

so this is better than LG29UC97C?

[@MindBlank86]

+Eugene Chua AFAIK, the 97 doesn't have Freesync...

[@jordansne]

Nice review.

[@MindBlank86]

+Jordan Sne Thanks dude!

[@adhamhussein3065]

Do you know if this monitor works with mac?

[@muttefur]

It does. I'm using it right now. Don't forget to download the LG On Screen Tool for Mac.

[@skass3839]

What is in centimeter the height of the active screen ?

[@ThePhilosophersYawn]

About 28.6cm. Before buying it I was worried about vertical size. Its fine, I dont think you should be worried about it.

[@haycheC]

4:53 is that a USB port next to the hdmi?

[@MindBlank86]

+H C No dude, that's the DisplayPort. Only 2 HDMIs and the DP on the back, sorry.

[@haycheC]

MindBlank Tech Thanks a lot man, still gonna get my hands on it tho :)

[@looped7979]

cool review ! test it with Starcitizen / Starcraft II / Crysis 3

[@stephenwang7239]

Would an nvdia 1070 work with the freesync on this monitor?

[@MindBlank86]

+Stephen Wang Hey! No, Freesync is AMD only at this moment. Not that it is a closed system, but there isn't anyone adopting it right now. Intel will be soon. GSync for any NV card if you want to have this technology. But that means less money in your pocket, as GSync monitors are more expensive.

[@SlagianPeiovici]

esti roman?

[@hamzawahab6653]

whats the movie u were palying

[@anonimuso]

I think there were two movies he was playing. Definitely Elysium (2013) but I think I saw Chappie (2015) as well.

[@hamzawahab6653]

is it a movie or a game can i pls know the name ? "1.40"

[@MindBlank86]

Hey! It's the LOL Cinematic - A New Dawn -- kzbin.info/www/bejne/fp_Lq36GeKd0mdk

[@coolbeans6148]

I hate the fact its only 75hz...why cant it be like its 34" brother at 144hz?

[@MindBlank86]

75Hz is really ok in combination with FreeSync, trust me. The 144Hz option has it's drawbacks.

[@icedoutelite]

This monitor is being sold on ebay for $259

[@sudoku6177]

might buy it hopefully the deal stays

[@RareMade]

icedoutelite I saw which is why I'm looking at videos on it

[@Antilli]

How is the pixel density?

[@mariosactron7617]

95 PPI...........A 24 inch 1080p 16:9 has 91 PPI

[@MindBlank86]

+MarioSacTron Thanks for the answer, didn't see his question. Yeah, very similar to 1080p on a 23-25". No noticeable difference.

[@carlos6565]

usb in??

[@markoandmakos3826]

what is the refresh rate

[@MindBlank86]

+marko and makos 75Hz

[@Ionut2682]

Your accent sounds like someone who hasn't spoken english their entire life but your vocabulary makes it seem like you are a native english speaker. Its a weird combination. Where are you from, if you dont mind me asking?

[@R-R07]

bah! no Sharpness option in this... a killer for me , sadly =\

[@MindBlank86]

I think it has a sharpness option. I'll check! The 29UC88-B has a sharpness option. What do you use it for and why is it a deal breaker? I never use it...

[@R-R07]

thanks for the replay . and about the sharpness . idk man . ever since I bought the Korean 1440p i start to notice the blur very badly with monitors without sharpness option. to me sometimes in games i like to hit it up to 60-75% sharpness to make it looks pleasing to me . since i hate Bluring ( i even turn it off in games graphic settings)

[@kledder318]

05:50 Come on man. The colours definitely suck and are not realistic at all, like most other LG displays. They are waaaaay overblown and there is no way to correct this. I spent quite a bit of time trying so that's when I decided to sent this model back.

[@MindBlank86]

+kledder Well, I actually found colors dull, lifeless, not overblown. After tinkering for days it seems that setting the refresh to 100Hz helps the colors somewhat. 144Hz sadly has all sorts of adverse effects on the image quality - i.e. darkening, duller colors, reduced brightness etc.

[@veljkovukovic1584]

Good review I say mabye the best

[@Piorortiz]

Will it run at 60hz even with a nvidia card?

[@tiborzalesak3034]

yep, buing it :) good video btw

[@MindBlank86]

+Tibor Zalesak Thank you! Please report back on how you found the monitor. I'm curious how the transition is for others.

[@JoshTechgamer]

I sub you great video man I got the LG 29 ultra wide I don't have freesync its off so I guess I don't have the option.

[@MindBlank86]

Thanks man! What model do you have? Not all 29 inch UW LG monitors have FreeSync.

[@JoshTechgamer]

ok I have the 29um68

[@MindBlank86]

The 29UM68 is FreeSync enabled. Are you running it through a DisplayPort cable? FreeSync on this monitor only works through DP, not HDMI. Also, pretty obvious here, but you need to be running an AMD card that supports FreeSync. That is any card that is GCN 1.1 or above. So for the 2xx series, that's only 260, 285 and 290 cards, for 3xx series it's 360, 380 and 390. All Fury and Polaris based cards support it as well.

[@JoshTechgamer]

OK yea I will run it through the DP thanks

[@VoltageLP]

I hate light bleed...

[@Antilli]

I just ordered one for $250 ^_^

[@Hrostbjergsorensen]

where :OO

[@Hrostbjergsorensen]

I will really want this screen! :D

[@Antilli]

You're too late... It was on Ebay for $250 but the price has gone up to $310 now...; www.ebay.com/p/LG-29UC88-29-UltraWide-Curved-Monitor-FHD-IPS-W-FreeSync-2560x1080/1382590294

[@Hrostbjergsorensen]

i dont wanna buy from ebay thoo

[@Antilli]

Well, then you're gonna have to settle for the $310 price, either on Amazon or Newegg.

[@child-visionyt9915]

Just me or does he look like a sleep deprived goblin

[@Li0np3ach]

Hello ?