RATED
Great
8.4/10
49″ LG 49U950A – Full Specifications
Serious multitaskers get their moneys worth from the LG 49U950A, a 49-inch curved Nano IPS monitor at 5120 × 1440 that covers 98% DCI-P3.
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Display
49 in, IPS, 5120 × 1440
49
Refresh Rate
48–144 Hz
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Brightness
400 nits
Contrast Ratio
1000:1
1000
Overview
Serious multitaskers get their moneys worth from the LG 49U950A, a 49-inch curved Nano IPS monitor at 5120 × 1440 that covers 98% DCI-P3. It refreshes at 48–144 Hz, reaches 400 nits and offers USB-C with 90W, a KVM switch, two USB-A 3.0 ports, two HDMI 2.0 and a DisplayPort 1.4. Speakers with Rich Bass are built in, and the stand adjusts for height and swivel. It is a heavy 17.3 kg.
- 49-inch curved (3800R) Nano IPS, 5120 × 1440
- 48–144 Hz refresh, 5 ms, 400 nits
- 98% DCI-P3 colour gamut
- USB-C 90W, KVM switch, 2× USB-A 3.0
- Rich Bass speakers, height and swivel stand, 17.3 kg
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Replaces a two-monitor setup with one wide screen
- 90W USB-C and KVM suit laptop-and-desktop desks
- 144 Hz is smooth for work and play
- Wide colour gamut for content creation
- Built-in speakers with bass emphasis
Cons
- 17.3 kg weight needs a very strong desk
- 8-bit panel limits colour depth
- No pivot adjustment
- HDMI 2.0 limits console features
Score & Ratings
8.4/10
Great
Model Information
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | LG |
| Model | 49U950A |
| Model Alias | 49U950A-W |
| Full Product Name | LG 49U950A |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Monitor Type | UltraWide Monitor |
| Available Colors | White and Silver |
Display & Panel
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 49 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 49 in |
| Screen Shape | Curved |
| Radius of Curvature | 3800R |
| Screen Format | UltraWide |
| Aspect Ratio | 3.556:1 |
| Active Display Width | 1198 mm |
| Active Display Height | 337 mm |
| Display Area | 90.79% |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
| Coating Hardness | 3H |
49" Display Size (124.5 cm) 32:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 5120 × 1440 |
| Pixel Density | 108 ppi |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.234 mm |
Picture Quality & Color
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 16.7 million |
| Total Color Bits | 24-bit |
| Typical Brightness | 400 nits |
| HDR Support | Yes |
| HDR Formats |
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| HDR10 | Yes |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 98% |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
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Spans well beyond central vision — ideal for multitasking, edges will need head turns.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 48–144 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 5 ms |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Compatible |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| Dynamic Action Sync | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| HDCP Version | HDCP 2.2 |
| USB-C Input | 1× USB-C 3.0 |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 90W |
| USB-A Ports |
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| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
Ports & Connections
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | Yes |
| Speaker Configuration | 2 × 10 W |
| Audio Technologies | Rich Bass |
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | Yes |
| Height Adjustment Range | 120 mm |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 1° |
| Backward Tilt | 15° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 10° |
| Right Swivel | 10° |
| Pivot Adjustment | No |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 1215 × 478 × 260 mm |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 1215 × 366 × 114 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 17.3 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 12.6 kg |
| Stand Depth | 260 mm |
| Bezel Design | 3-sided virtually borderless design |
Power & Operating Conditions 12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 110V Input Range | 100–120V |
| 220V Input Range | 220–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50–60 Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 103 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0–40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 10–80% |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m |
| Storage Temperature | -20–60°C |
| Storage Humidity | 5–85% |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Reader Mode | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes |
| Desktop Control Software | Dual Controller |
| Monitor Management Software | LG Switch |
| Auto Input Switching | Yes |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| RoHS | Compliant |
| CE | Certified |
| FCC-B | Certified |
| J-Moss | Compliant |
| UL | UL (cUL) |
| VCCI | Certified |
| TÜV Type Approval | TÜV Type |
Included Accessories
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | Included |
| DisplayPort Cable | Included |
| USB-C Cable | Included |
| USB Type-C Cable | Included |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 1330 × 490 × 298 mm |
| Package Weight | 22 kg |
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Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Daily₹4.32
Monthly₹130
Annually₹1,577
Draws more power than 53% of the 701 comparable displays we track.