I thought I knew what to expect before setting up the LG UltraGear 45GR95QE-B, but this gaming monitor has changed my whole opinion on ultrawide screens. That’s not to say I wasn’t into the idea before testing the curved OLED monster in question, but it’s now clear that large, engulfing panels can provide the kind of immersive experience you’d expect from a VR headset. Do I think 45-inches is overkill for a desktop screen? Well, yes, but it overwhelms my eyes in the best way possible with its colossal curves.
Admittedly, my opinion on the LG UltraGear 45GR95QE-B has changed since I wrestled with my initial unboxing. Initially, I scoffed at its ridiculous size, and my partner couldn’t quite understand why I’d swapped my usual gaming monitor out with ‘a weird shaped tele’. At a glance, that's exactly what this screen looks like, and it pretty much engulfs any spare space that used to exist on my gaming desk. Now that I’ve spent a few weeks with the display, I now feel like we owe LG’s panel an apology, as gaming TVs can only dream of matching its specs and abilities.
