Additional Graphics Card Needed for LG 27GN950-B?

Started by tellerjunge on May 17, 2024

MONITOR GAMING LG 27GN950-B

I'm considering getting the LG 27GN950-B monitor for my gaming setup, but I was wondering if I would need to invest in a more powerful graphics card for it to reach its full potential. Has anyone had experience with this particular model or can provide some insight?

Solved by slipstream55 in post #5
@tellerjunge, I would suggest trying it out first with your current GPU to see how the performance is. If you find that the framerates are too low for your liking, especially during fast-paced games or high-resolution settings, then an upgrade might be necessary. The TechReviewer article I mentioned earlier Is the LG 27" 27GN950-B Good for Gaming? provides some insights into this issue as well.

The LG 27GN950-B is an amazing monitor with a high resolution and refresh rate, which makes it excellent for gaming. However, you're right that you may need a more powerful graphics card to fully take advantage of its capabilities. You can check out this TechReviewer article Is the LG 27" 27GN950-B Good for Gaming? for more details on the performance of this monitor.

That's what I was afraid of. I have a mid-range GPU now and I'm not sure if it would be worth it to upgrade just for this monitor. Do you think the difference would be noticeable?

It can be, but it depends on the games you play. If you're into graphically intensive games or have settings on high or ultra, then yes, a more powerful GPU might make a big difference. However, if you mostly play less demanding titles, you might not notice as much of a difference.

@tellerjunge, I would suggest trying it out first with your current GPU to see how the performance is. If you find that the framerates are too low for your liking, especially during fast-paced games or high-resolution settings, then an upgrade might be necessary. The TechReviewer article I mentioned earlier Is the LG 27" 27GN950-B Good for Gaming? provides some insights into this issue as well.

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Thanks for the advice! I'll give it a shot and see how it goes. If I do need to upgrade my GPU, any recommendations on which one to get?

If you're looking to upgrade your graphics card, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series or AMD Radeon RX 6000 series would be great choices. They offer excellent performance for high refresh rate monitors like the LG 27GN950-B and can handle most games at high settings with ease.

Yeah, I agree with @tikilittle. The RTX 3070 or RTX 3080 from NVIDIA should provide you with more than enough power to play all your favorite games smoothly on the LG 27GN950-B. Just make sure to check for any recent discounts or deals before purchasing one.

I'll definitely take a look at those graphics cards and see if it's worth upgrading. Appreciate the advice!

No problem! Good luck with your decision, @tellerjunge. Let us know how it goes!