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Release date: 21 Sep 2019
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LG 27MD5KL LED display review

LG 27MD5KL. Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"), Display resolution: 5120 x 2880 pixels, HD type: 5K Ultra HD, Display technology: LED, Display surface: Matt, Response time: 14 ms, Native aspect ratio: 16:9, Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°, Viewing angle, vertical: 178°. Built-in speaker(s). Built-in USB hub. VESA mounting, Height adjustment. Product colour: Black

The Perfect Companion for Mac

LG UltraFineâ„¢ 5K Display provides a complete solution for Mac users.

Your Dream Clear Display

LG UltraFineâ„¢ 5K Display, is over 50% bigger than a 4K display in terms of raw pixel count, with 218 PPI can express exceedingly detailed picture and sharp text. So you can experience more clarity and accuracy on a large 5K screen.

All Mac Optimal Universal Port

27MD5KL with Thunderboltâ„¢ 3 can transmit 5K video, audio and data simultaneously as well as charging a device up to 94W with just single connection. This powerful port is fully compatible with Thunderboltâ„¢ 3-enabled Mac, USB Type-Câ„¢-enabled Mac or iPad Pro.

Display Control

Seamless macOS Integration Detailed display control of setting, such as brightness and volume, can be done using macOS without having to use any physical buttons on the monitor.

Clear Visuals and Live Sound

Built-in stereo speakers, camera, and microphone deliver a rich media experience. LG UltraFineâ„¢ 5K Display is best choice for entertainment and communication, such as watching movies, FaceTime calls and online chat.

A Flexible Workstation

LG UltraFineâ„¢ 5K Display has convenient height/tilt adjustment and offers an easy setup wall-mount for utilising a VESA mount bracket*. So users can create a more personal, comfortable environment for optimal performance.

  • 5K (5120 x 2880) IPS Display
  • P3 & 500nits
  • Thunderboltâ„¢ 3
  • Mac Compatibility
  • Built-in Camera & Speaker

LG 27MD5KL LED display specs

Weight & Dimensions

Weight (without stand): 6.4 kg
Height (without stand): 37.5 cm
Depth (without stand): 5.38 cm
Width (without stand): 62.6 cm
Weight (with stand): 8.5 kg
Height (with stand): 464.4 mm
Depth (with stand): 239.9 mm
Width (with stand): 625.5 mm

Operational Conditions

Storage relative humidity (H-H): 0 - 85%
Operating relative humidity (H-H): 0 - 80%
Storage temperature (T-T): -20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T): 0 - 40 °C

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 13.5 kg
Package height: 573 mm
Package depth: 315 mm
Package width: 743 mm
Cables included: Thunderbolt, USB Type-C
Stand included: yes

Power

Energy efficiency scale: A to G
AC input frequency: 50/60 Hz
AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V
Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours: 32 kWh
Energy efficiency class (SDR): G

Ergonomics

LED indicators: Y
Number of OSD languages: 15
On Screen Display (OSD) languages: Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, German, English, Spanish, Finnish, French, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Ukrainian
On Screen Display (OSD): True
Tilt angle range: -5 - 25°
Tiltable: True
Height adjustment: 11 cm
Height adjustment: yes
Cable lock slot type: Kensington
Cable lock slot: yes
Panel mounting interface: 100 x 100 mm
VESA mounting: yes

Performance

AMD FreeSync: False
NVIDIA G-SYNC: no

Design

Feet colour: Black
Front bezel colour: Black
Product colour: Black
Market positioning: Business

Multimedia

Built-in microphone: yes
RMS rated power: 10 W
Number of speakers: 2
Built-in camera: yes
Built-in speaker(s): yes

Ports & Interfaces

AC (power) in: yes
Headphone out: no
Audio input: no
Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity: 1
HDMI: False
DVI port: no
USB Type-C downstream ports quantity: 2
USB upstream port type: USB Type-C
Built-in USB hub: yes

Display

Colour gamut: 99%
Vertical scan range: 48 - 60 Hz
Horizontal scan range: 30 - 178 kHz
Pixel density: 218 ppi
Pixel pitch: 0.11685 x 0.11685 mm
Display number of colours: 1.073 billion colours
Viewing angle, vertical: 178°
Viewing angle, horizontal: 178°
Maximum refresh rate: 60 Hz
Contrast ratio (typical): 1100:1
Aspect ratio: 4:3,16:9
Supported video modes: 1080p,1440p,2160p,2880p
Supported graphics resolutions: 5120 x 2880
Screen shape: Flat
Display surface: Matt
Backlight type: W-LED
Display technology: LED
HD type: 5K Ultra HD
Response time: 14 ms
Display brightness (typical): 500 cd/m²
Panel type: IPS
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Display resolution: 5120 x 2880 pixels
Display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27")