LG's new 32-inch UltraGear is the first Tandem OLED gaming monitor with dual 4K/480Hz modes
LG has launched the UltraGear 32GX870B, the world's first 32-inch gaming monitor built on a fourth-generation Tandem OLED panel. Shipments start in Japan on June 11, priced at ¥169,800 (roughly $1,085). UK pre-orders are already live on Amazon at £1,899, with a US price estimated around $1,230 based on the previous model's MSRP — putting it firmly in the premium bracket alongside ASUS ROG Swift Pro and Dell Alienware OLED rivals.
Two screens in one
The headline feature is VESA Dual Mode certification: the monitor runs at full 4K (3840×2160) at 240Hz for cinematic AAA titles, or drops to 1080p at 480Hz for fast-paced competitive shooters like CS2 and Valorant. That 480Hz mode is genuinely rare at this panel size. Response time sits at 0.03ms, and the 4th-gen Tandem OLED stack pushes peak HDR brightness to 1,500 nits — 20% higher than its predecessor, the 32GX870A. Color coverage reaches 99.5% of the DCI-P3 gamut, and the monitor carries VESA DisplayHDR 500 and ClearMR 13000 certifications.
LG UltraGear 32GX870B — 32-inch Tandem OLED with dual 4K/1080p mode switching.
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The most practical addition for tournament players is virtual screen scaling. While running at 480Hz, the 32GX870B can simulate a 27-inch or 24.5-inch display — shrinking the perceived field of view to match smaller screens used at major competitions. It's a direct answer to the long-standing complaint that 32-inch monitors are too wide for competitive FPS play.
Virtual screen scaling lets players simulate a 27" or 24.5" display for competitive esports.
Connectivity covers DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C with 90W Power Delivery — enough to charge a laptop while gaming. There's also a USB hub, a pair of 7W speakers with AI Sound (which separates music, voices, and effects in real time), and AI Upscaling for lower-resolution content.
DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, and USB-C 90W PD are all on board.
The stand supports height, tilt, and pivot adjustment, including full portrait mode.
The adjustable stand supports tilt, height, swivel, and portrait pivot.
Availability
Japan ships first on June 11. UK pre-orders are set for late May (TFTCentral Monitor Launch Tracker lists the £1,899 Amazon ETA as May 27). US pricing isn't official yet — Notebookcheck estimates around $1,230 based on the predecessor's MSRP history. Broader global availability is expected through summer 2026.