First Impressions
LG positions the LG 27G640A-B Ultragear Monitor as a flagship-tier 27 inch monitors, asking $229.00. After 103 customer reviews on Amazon, the verdict is a very good 4.2 stars. We've ranked it #26 out of 39 in this category. It's not a top pick - there are higher-rated and better-value options in the category - but specific shoppers may still find it fits their needs.
Picture and Hardware
In this mid-range, you typically get height adjustment, multiple inputs, and a panel that's a real upgrade over budget options - better contrast, wider color, and faster pixel response. The $229.00 price puts the LG 27G640A-B Ultragear Monitor squarely in the "main monitor" tier.
Specs at a Glance
- Brand: LG
- Price: $229.00 (slightly below the $242.26 category average)
- Amazon rating: 4.2 of 5.0
- Reviews: 103
- Category rank: #26 of 39 in 27 inch monitors
- Cheaper in category: 25 products
- Higher-rated in category: 30 products
- More-reviewed in category: 25 products
Real-World Feedback
A 4.2-star average from 103 buyers means most are happy, but a meaningful slice - roughly 15-20% - has at least some complaint. The pattern in the negative reviews matters more than the average itself.
The Field Around It
At $229.00, the LG 27G640A-B Ultragear Monitor sits slightly below the $242.26 category average. 25 options are cheaper and 13 are more expensive.
The category leader is the LG 27GS60QC-B Ultragear Monitor ($206.00, 4.5★, 13,335 reviews). It's $23.00 more expensive than the top pick despite ranking lower, which is a hard combination to justify unless a specific feature swings the decision.
Cheaper alternatives worth a look:
- Raywego 27 Inch QHD Monitor - $99.99, 5.0★ (1 reviews) · Better on both axes
- MSI PRO MP273QW Monitor - $179.99, 5.0★ (1 reviews) · Better on both axes
- Alienware AW2725DM Gaming Monitor - $105.98, 4.7★ (262 reviews) · Better on both axes
If rating alone is your filter, the highest-rated option in this category is the Dell S2725DSM QHD Monitor at 5.0★. If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the AOC Q27G41ZE Gaming Monitor at $84.99.
Who Should Get This
Maybe. Middle-of-the-pack on rating and price, no standout strengths. If a specific feature matches your need (look at the spec list), it's reasonable. Otherwise the top picks are safer bets.
The Verdict
7.4/10
Below-average rating in a category with several stronger options. Hard to recommend over higher-ranked alternatives unless a specific feature seals it.