LG UltraGear 34GP85U

To achieve the maximum 160Hz refresh rate, you need to access the monitor's On-Screen Display menu and turn on the 'Extreme' mode in the overclocking settings. After enabling it, you must also go into your PC's NVIDIA Control Panel or AMD Radeon Settings and set the custom resolution to 160Hz. This ensures you are getting the absolute smoothest motion possible for competitive gaming.

The 34GP85U is largely a minor, refreshed iteration of the highly popular 34GP850-B model. The primary difference is a slight bump in the overclockable refresh rate, pushing the limit from 144Hz to 160Hz out of the box. Other than that, both monitors share the exact same Nano IPS panel, 1ms response time, and ergonomic stand.

Like most fast IPS monitors, the 34GP85U does exhibit some level of IPS glow, which is highly visible in completely dark rooms. This is an inherent limitation of the display technology required to achieve the fast 1ms response time. However, during daytime use or in well-lit gaming environments, the glow is rarely noticeable.

Yes, the 34-inch ultrawide screen provides a massive 3440 x 1440 resolution that is fantastic for productivity work. The 21:9 aspect ratio allows you to easily place two full-sized windows side-by-side without needing a dual monitor setup. The built-in Picture-by-Picture feature also lets you view inputs from two different computers simultaneously.