The LG Ultragear 34GP63A-B is a 34-inch curved gaming monitor that tries to balance immersive ultrawide real estate with high refresh rate performance. Priced for the mid-range market, it uses a VA panel with a 160Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync Premium. After spending time with it, I have a clear sense of where it fits and where it falls short.
Out of the box, the monitor’s 3440×1440 resolution provides a decent pixel density for its 34-inch size, though text can look slightly soft compared to smaller 27-inch QHD panels. The 160Hz refresh rate is a step above the standard 144Hz, and in fast-paced shooters like Valorant or Overwatch 2, motion feels fluid. The VA panel delivers deep blacks and a high contrast ratio, which makes darker scenes in games or movies look more immersive than what you’d get from a typical IPS monitor. However, VA panels have a known weakness: dark-level smearing. In practice, this means that when you move the camera quickly in a dark area, you’ll see a trailing shadow effect behind characters or objects. It’s not a dealbreaker for slower games, but competitive players who rely on clarity may find it distracting.
The curvature is 1800R, which is gentle enough to not feel unnatural but still helps wrap the screen into your peripheral vision. This is useful for racing sims or strategy games where you want to see the edges of the map without turning your head too much. The stand is basic: it offers tilt adjustment but no height or swivel control. You’ll likely need to prop it up on books or get a VESA-compatible arm if you want proper ergonomics. The bezels are thin on three sides, giving it a modern look on a desk.
Connectivity includes two HDMI 2.0 ports and one DisplayPort 1.4, plus a headphone jack. The HDMI ports are limited to 144Hz at the full resolution, so you’ll need to use DisplayPort to hit the advertised 160Hz. There’s no USB hub, which is a minor inconvenience if you want to plug in peripherals directly. HDR 10 compatibility is listed, but like most monitors in this price range, the HDR performance is underwhelming. The peak brightness is around 300 nits, and there’s no local dimming, so HDR content looks washed out compared to a proper HDR display. Stick to using it in SDR mode for the best experience.
Compared to a 27-inch IPS gaming monitor in the same price bracket, the LG Ultragear offers a wider field of view and better contrast, but you sacrifice pixel response time and viewing angles. IPS panels typically have less motion blur and more consistent colors from side angles, so if you play a lot of competitive shooters, a 27-inch IPS at 1440p might be a better choice. The Ultragear is more suited for single-player titles, open-world RPGs, and productivity tasks like spreadsheet work or video editing where the extra horizontal space helps.
- Strengths: High contrast VA panel for deep blacks, 160Hz refresh rate feels smooth, FreeSync Premium works well with compatible GPUs, and the 34-inch ultrawide format is immersive for story-driven games.
- Weaknesses: Noticeable black smearing in dark scenes, limited ergonomics with no height adjustment, HDR performance is lackluster, and no USB ports.
Who is this for? It’s a solid choice for gamers who prioritize immersion and contrast over absolute motion clarity, and who want a large ultrawide without spending flagship money. It also works well for multitaskers who can use the screen real estate for side-by-side windows. Who should skip it? Competitive esports players who need the fastest response times and minimal smearing, or anyone who needs height adjustment out of the box. If HDR matters to you, look elsewhere. The LG Ultragear 34GP63A-B is a capable mid-range ultrawide, but it’s not without its compromises.
