Friday, October 28th 2016
LG Announces the UltraFine 5K and UltraFine 4K Monitors
LG Electronics (LG) is introducing two new displays designed specifically to integrate seamlessly with the newest MacBook and MacBook Pro models. The new UltraFine 27-inch 5K display and its 21.5-inch 4K display from LG are ideal for creating an expanded work space in the home or office and the perfect complement for MacBook and MacBook Pro users who desire expansive, high-quality resolution at all times.
Designed and optimized for the new MacBook Pro with Thunderbolt 3 running macOS 10.12 and later, the stunning 27-inch UltraFine 5K display appeals to a range of creatives, including video and photography professionals. With a breathtaking resolution of 5120 x 2880 and 218 pixels per inch (ppi), the color reproduction capabilities of the UltraFine 5K display allow it to cover 99 percent of the P3 color space. What's more, the monitor's advanced IPS display technology minimizes color shift and color loss from any viewing angle, ensuring that users see the original content as it was meant to be seen.
As the world's first 5K display with Thunderbolt 3, LG's UltraFine 5K display has the capability to receive and transfer 5K video, audio and data from the new MacBook Pro while simultaneously charging it through a single Thunderbolt 3 cable. The UltraFine 5K display features three downstream USB Type-C ports for additional connectivity and power with compatible accessories. Seamless macOS integration enables brightness and volume control like built-in display without the need for physical buttons on the display.
The front-facing camera and microphone works with FaceTime and high fidelity integrated speakers enhanced by LG's Rich Bass feature completes the multimedia experience while a height and tilt-adjustable stand maximizes user comfort.
21.5-Inch UltraFine 4K Monitor
With a density of 219ppi that gives this display the ability to present sharp 4K resolution (4096 x 2304) image quality, the UltraFine 4K display is the perfect companion for the MacBook while also supporting the new MacBook Pro. The 21.5-inch model covers 99 percent of the P3 spectrum, boasting vibrant brightness levels and an IPS panel capable of providing more uniform color expression. Featuring USB Type-C connectivity for video, data and power over a single cable and macOS integration for display control, the LG UltraFine 4K display offers three downstream USB Type-C slots, a high-quality Rich Bass Speaker and an adjustable stand for enhanced ergonomics.
"We are excited to be introducing two highly advanced displays capable of meeting the needs of even the most demanding Mac users," said Brian Kwon, president of LG Home Entertainment Company "Not only do these UltraFine displays offer stunning picture quality, they will usher in a new age of connectivity, helping creative users achieve optimal efficiency in their homes, studios or offices."
The LG 21.5-inch UltraFine 4K display will be available starting in November while the LG 27-inch UltraFine 5K model will be available in early December starting in the United States.
Designed and optimized for the new MacBook Pro with Thunderbolt 3 running macOS 10.12 and later, the stunning 27-inch UltraFine 5K display appeals to a range of creatives, including video and photography professionals. With a breathtaking resolution of 5120 x 2880 and 218 pixels per inch (ppi), the color reproduction capabilities of the UltraFine 5K display allow it to cover 99 percent of the P3 color space. What's more, the monitor's advanced IPS display technology minimizes color shift and color loss from any viewing angle, ensuring that users see the original content as it was meant to be seen.
The front-facing camera and microphone works with FaceTime and high fidelity integrated speakers enhanced by LG's Rich Bass feature completes the multimedia experience while a height and tilt-adjustable stand maximizes user comfort.
21.5-Inch UltraFine 4K Monitor
With a density of 219ppi that gives this display the ability to present sharp 4K resolution (4096 x 2304) image quality, the UltraFine 4K display is the perfect companion for the MacBook while also supporting the new MacBook Pro. The 21.5-inch model covers 99 percent of the P3 spectrum, boasting vibrant brightness levels and an IPS panel capable of providing more uniform color expression. Featuring USB Type-C connectivity for video, data and power over a single cable and macOS integration for display control, the LG UltraFine 4K display offers three downstream USB Type-C slots, a high-quality Rich Bass Speaker and an adjustable stand for enhanced ergonomics.
"We are excited to be introducing two highly advanced displays capable of meeting the needs of even the most demanding Mac users," said Brian Kwon, president of LG Home Entertainment Company "Not only do these UltraFine displays offer stunning picture quality, they will usher in a new age of connectivity, helping creative users achieve optimal efficiency in their homes, studios or offices."
The LG 21.5-inch UltraFine 4K display will be available starting in November while the LG 27-inch UltraFine 5K model will be available in early December starting in the United States.
40 Comments on LG Announces the UltraFine 5K and UltraFine 4K Monitors
Although I am only really interested in monitors that are 32" or larger these days.
I'm using a 4k, 50" samsung, 3840x2160. I run 2560x1440 for this very reason.
But here's the thing: when the first thing thing you think about when looking at a monitor is DPI scaling, it means you don't actually want the monitor running at its native resolution. You may find the odd usecase where it may make sense, but overall it just means there are too many pixels per inch.
With that said, I find that scaling on Win10 is pretty decent. I haven't encountered any issues with DPI scaling thus far, (as long as I keep to the modern software)
It "only" has 326PPI, almost as high as the smartphones.
There you go:
www.pcgamer.com/sharps-prototype-27-inch-8k-120hz-igzo-monitor-with-hdr-induces-pixel-envy/
Enjoy.
40" with a screen resolution @ 1920x1080, that's 55ppi. I'm seating far enough from the screen to see no pixels / jaggies at any given time.
edit : holy $hit, maybe i'm the one who should get eyes checked, how did i miss that ?
I have only had the chance to use Windows 10 + 4K screen once earlier this year and I found that many applications (even those that came bundled with the laptop) did not scale properly. This is in stark contrast with OS X, when all bundled applications scale properly and just about all applications since late 2012 (when the first "Retina" Macbooks came out) have scaled properly with razor-sharp text and lines. Even earlier applications are handled by OS X properly (if it isn't high-DPI aware, the OS apparently renders it as if it was viewed on regular-DPI screen), you don't get the benefit of the razor sharp text and lines, but it certainly is properly sized on the screen and usable versus the super-tiny fonts of applications in Windows 10.
By the way, I did not appreciate your insult about me having more money than brains. Let's refrain from stereotypes and applying it to members here, who are trying to make a contribution to the thread.