27″ LG 27G520B – Full Specifications
The LG 27G520B is a 27-inch Full HD IPS gaming monitor with a 200 Hz top refresh rate, aimed at players who want smoother motion than 144 Hz without moving to a 300 Hz model.
Overview
The LG 27G520B is a 27-inch Full HD IPS gaming monitor with a 200 Hz top refresh rate, aimed at players who want smoother motion than 144 Hz without moving to a 300 Hz model. A 1 ms response time, 300 nits and 99% sRGB coverage sit alongside FreeSync Premium and G-Sync compatibility. Two HDMI 2.0 ports and one DisplayPort 1.4 handle inputs, and the stand offers height, tilt, swivel and pivot movement at 5.4 kg. At 81 ppi it is a straightforward 27-inch 200 Hz gaming monitor, but it has no speakers.
- 200 Hz refresh at 1920 × 1080
- 27-inch IPS, 1 ms response time
- FreeSync Premium with G-Sync compatibility
- Two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.4
- Stand with pivot, swivel and 5.4 kg
Pros & Cons
- 200 Hz suits fast shooters and racing games
- Pivot-capable stand adds flexible desk placement
- FreeSync Premium reduces tearing on AMD cards
- 99% sRGB coverage keeps game colours vivid
- Weight of 5.4 kg is manageable
- Only 300 nits brightness for daylight rooms
- 81 ppi leaves text slightly soft
- Speakers are missing from this model
- Refresh tops out below 240 Hz rivals
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | LG |
| Model | 27G520B |
| Model Alias | 27G520B-B |
| Full Product Name | LG 27G520B |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 27.01 in |
| Screen Shape | Flat |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 597.888 mm |
| Active Display Height | 336.312 mm |
| Display Area | 91.26% |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
| Coating Hardness | 3H |
27" Display Size (68.6 cm) 16:9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 |
| Resolution Name | Full HD / 1080p |
| Pixel Density | 81 ppi |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.311 mm |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 16.7 million |
| Total Color Bits | 24-bit |
| Typical Brightness | 300 nits |
| HDR Support | Yes |
| HDR Formats |
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| HDR10 | Yes |
| sRGB Coverage | 99% |
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 48–200 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes |
| AMD FreeSync | Premium |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Compatible |
| Black Stabilizer | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| FPS Counter | Yes |
| Dynamic Action Sync | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| HDCP Version | HDCP 1.4 |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
Ports & Connections
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | No |
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | Yes |
| Height Adjustment Range | 130 mm |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5° |
| Backward Tilt | 21° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 60° |
| Right Swivel | 60° |
| Pivot Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Pivot | 90° |
| Right Pivot | 90° |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 614.1 × 404.4 × 220 mm |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 614.1 × 358.8 × 49.1 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 5.4 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.1 kg |
| Stand Depth | 220 mm |
Power & Operating Conditions 9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 110V Input Range | 100–120V |
| 220V Input Range | 220–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50–60 Hz |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0–40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 0–80% |
| Storage Temperature | -20–60°C |
| Storage Humidity | 0–85% |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Reader Mode | Yes |
| Monitor Management Software | LG Switch |
| Auto Input Switching | Yes |
| Smart Energy Saving | Yes |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | Included |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 780 × 500 × 160 mm |
| Package Weight | 7.21 kg |
Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Draws less power than 94% of the 701 comparable displays we track.