LG plans to release the UltraGear 25G590B, the first gaming monitor to deliver 1000Hz refresh rates at 1080p native resolution. The monitor addresses a longstanding tradeoff in gaming displays. Until now, 1000Hz panels have required dropping to lower resolutions or using interpolation tricks to achieve the high refresh rate claim.
The 25G590B uses a 24.5-inch TN panel configured for 1920x1080 resolution. At this size and resolution, the monitor can sustain 1000Hz without compromise. This matters for competitive shooters and fast-paced esports titles where input lag and motion clarity determine outcomes. Each frame renders in just one millisecond at 1000Hz, cutting perceived latency compared to standard 360Hz or 480Hz displays.
LG hasn't confirmed final pricing or exact availability beyond "this year," but the company positions the UltraGear line as premium gaming hardware. Previous high-refresh 1080p monitors from LG and competitors typically cost between $400 and $800. The 1000Hz capability will likely push this model toward the higher end.
The practical difference between 1000Hz and 480Hz remains debated among professional players. Some argue diminishing returns kick in around 360Hz for most human perception. Others claim elite competitors detect improvements beyond 500Hz. LG's engineering effort suggests enough demand exists to justify the development cost.
This release reflects an industry shift toward ultra-high refresh rates. NVIDIA and AMD have optimized drivers for 1000Hz+ displays. Esports tournaments increasingly feature faster monitors in practice facilities. What seemed impossible five years ago now arrives as a standard product announcement.
The 1080p resolution choice proves strategic. Modern graphics cards easily push 1000+ frames per second at lower resolutions, but 4