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32” LG 32GK650F-B 2560x1440 WQHD FreeSync Gaming LED Monitor Expired

$300
$399.99
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Micro Center has 32" LG 32GK650F-B 2560x1440 WQHD FreeSync Gaming LED Monitor on sale for $299.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits. Thanks Nooblit11

Specs
  • Resolution: 2560x1440 (QHD)
  • Refresh Rate: 144Hz
  • Response Time: 5ms GTG
  • Viewing Angles: 178° H / 178° V
  • Contrast Ratio: 3000:1
  • Panel Type: VA
  • Radeon Freesync
  • Tilt, Height, Swivel & Pivot adjustment
  • Ports
    • 2x HDMI
    • 1x DisplayPort 1.2

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The QHD 32GK650F combines AMD Radeon FreeSync technology with a 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms motion blur reduction and Dynamic Action Sync for smooth gameplay with virtually no tearing.

This is currently the lowest price I've ever seen for this monitor, down 50 from last months post at 350, and currently the best deal for a 32" 1440p VA screen that isn't a samsung panel.

https://www.microcenter.com/produ...ed-monitor
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SlickWatchr
11-15-2018 at 07:14 PM.
11-15-2018 at 07:14 PM.
Another great deal. Everyone do your own research and realize that the msrp is off by $150 on micro center.
Monitor is listed MSRP from lg 549.99.
Most places are selling for around 500
Solid post
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Rabble_Rabble_Rabble
11-15-2018 at 07:25 PM.
11-15-2018 at 07:25 PM.
For those without a Microcenter nearby, shipping is available and varies depending on your location. For myself, it was about $20 along with another $21 in tax. Approx $340 is still an excellent price for this monitor.
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goodness97
11-15-2018 at 09:43 PM.
11-15-2018 at 09:43 PM.
If Buydig or Greentoe can price match this one can avoid tax. I am interested in this monitor.
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hotshelby89
11-15-2018 at 11:13 PM.
11-15-2018 at 11:13 PM.
Quote :
Refresh Rate Details: 144 Hz using DisplayPort
Was wondering what this meant for HDMI. Found in the manual:

"* When HDMI Compatibility Mode is on, 2560 x 1440 @ 120/144Hz resolution is not supported. "

Looks like 75Hz max for HDMI. Is that a normal HDMI limitation?
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Nooblit11
11-16-2018 at 12:13 AM.
11-16-2018 at 12:13 AM.
Quote from hotshelby89 :
Was wondering what this meant for HDMI. Found in the manual:

"* When HDMI Compatibility Mode is on, 2560 x 1440 @ 120/144Hz resolution is not supported. "

Looks like 75Hz max for HDMI. Is that a normal HDMI limitation?
it depends on the version of the port, but older versions are limited unfortunately.
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peaceman17
11-16-2018 at 12:22 AM.
11-16-2018 at 12:22 AM.
Quote from hotshelby89 :
Was wondering what this meant for HDMI. Found in the manual:

"* When HDMI Compatibility Mode is on, 2560 x 1440 @ 120/144Hz resolution is not supported. "

Looks like 75Hz max for HDMI. Is that a normal HDMI limitation?

Granted, I don't have this monitor, but if the HDMI ports on the monitor and the video card are both HDMI 2.0, then it should technically be able to do 144hz at 1440p. My current setup is a GTX 970 to a 144hz 1440p monitor through HDMI 2.0. If either of the ports are HDMI 1.4, then I don't think you can hit the full 144hz.
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skold
11-16-2018 at 04:19 AM.
11-16-2018 at 04:19 AM.
I wonder how much ghosting this monitor would have over an IPS panel.
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hotshelby89
11-16-2018 at 08:06 AM.
11-16-2018 at 08:06 AM.
Quote from peaceman17 :
Granted, I don't have this monitor, but if the HDMI ports on the monitor and the video card are both HDMI 2.0, then it should technically be able to do 144hz at 1440p. My current setup is a GTX 970 to a 144hz 1440p monitor through HDMI 2.0. If either of the ports are HDMI 1.4, then I don't think you can hit the full 144hz.
Did some more research. This is correct, the port is HDMI 2.0. The "Compatibility Mode" is to use the monitor with a pre-HDMI 2.0 device. So indeed, should get the full refresh rate on HDMI 2.0.

Also just found the new Ryzen laptop I ordered is only HDMI 1.4b. Granted, it's not a high-end gaming laptop: maybe only those get display port or HDMI 2.0. Going to see if I can find other midrange laptop with display port or HDMI 2.0 and cancel that one.
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macbain00
11-16-2018 at 10:03 AM.
11-16-2018 at 10:03 AM.
Any reason to get this versus the 32GK850F model at Costco for $100 more? Outside of price? The 850 seems to have HDR when this doesn't. Outside of that, not sure if it's worth spending the extra $100?
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Nooblit11
11-16-2018 at 10:57 AM.
11-16-2018 at 10:57 AM.
Quote from macbain00 :
Any reason to get this versus the 32GK850F model at Costco for $100 more? Outside of price? The 850 seems to have HDR when this doesn't. Outside of that, not sure if it's worth spending the extra $100?
i had this exact same dillema, if you look up reviews on the 850f, people who reviewed it state that the hdr might as well not even be there.

Here's a quote from one:
Quote :
https://www.monitornerds.com/lg-32gk850f-review/

However, we don't recommend this model to those who are looking for a positive HDR experience. The LG 32GK850F suffered from washed out colors and lower contrast once HDR is enabled, although it isn't equipped adequately to do so. It's a nice bonus to test and play around with, but we can only consider this product an excellent buy if it's for SDR gaming or viewing.
and another:
Quote :
https://pcmonitors.info/reviews/lg-32gk850f/#HDR_High_Dynamic_Range

Unfortunately, the HDR capability of this screen was severely lacking. Not just because of the lack of local dimming on the backlight, but because the user was given too much control over the image. And because contrast was significantly worse under HDR, not better. The monitor didn't really tick many HDR boxes in the first place, but even with the capabilities it did have we expected better in that respect.
So essentially, what you'd be getting for 100 dollars more is a bare minimum experience that most people seem to want to leave disabled regardless. Once i saw this one go up for 300 i didn't hesitate.
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Smidget
11-16-2018 at 11:59 AM.
11-16-2018 at 11:59 AM.
Quote from protech97 :
If Buydig or Greentoe can price match this one can avoid tax. I am interested in this monitor.
Do they normally pricematch Microcenter?

Also I'm going to try to "audition" this monitor from Amazon this weekend but wanna lock in the price on Microcenter. Do they normally process/ship quick?
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footer69
11-16-2018 at 12:34 PM.
11-16-2018 at 12:34 PM.
No shipping available now? In Store Pickup only?????
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dandidit
11-16-2018 at 12:52 PM.
11-16-2018 at 12:52 PM.
The shipping function is weird. I went to check out as guest and then it let me enter shipping.
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