The LG 27MS500-B 27-inch IPS FHD Monitor combines a sizeable 27-inch display with Full HD resolution, IPS panel technology and a 100Hz refresh rate. It is designed as a practical PC monitor for everyday computing, making it suitable for business workstations, home offices, study environments and general desktop use.

The monitor features a 27-inch IPS panel with a 1920 × 1080 Full HD resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio. The 27-inch format provides a generous screen area for working with everyday desktop applications, documents, websites and other on-screen content. For businesses and professionals, this makes the monitor a practical option for standard workstation environments where a larger desktop display is preferred.

27-inch Full HD IPS display

At the centre of the LG 27MS500-B is its 27-inch IPS display. The panel has a 1920 × 1080 resolution, giving users Full HD display quality for everyday computer use. LG specifies a typical brightness of 250 cd/m², with a minimum brightness specification of 200 cd/m².

The monitor has a 16:9 aspect ratio, a 0.3114 × 0.3114 mm pixel pitch and a typical 1000:1 contrast ratio. LG also specifies 16.7 million colours, an 8-bit colour configuration (6-bit + FRC) and a typical NTSC 72% colour gamut. The viewing angle is specified as 178° horizontally and 178° vertically under the stated CR≥10 measurement.

The display also has an anti-glare surface treatment, which is a confirmed part of the monitor’s specification.

100Hz refresh rate and 5ms response time

The LG 27MS500-B supports a maximum refresh rate of 100Hz and has a specified 5ms response time (GtG at Faster). These specifications are useful considerations for users comparing monitors for general work and other desktop activities where smooth on-screen movement is important.

The 100Hz refresh rate gives this model a higher maximum refresh rate than a standard 60Hz display, while the stated 5ms response time provides a clear specification for buyers comparing display performance.

Practical connectivity

For connecting compatible devices, the monitor provides two HDMI ports. LG also specifies a 3-pole headphone-out connection for sound only.

Having two HDMI inputs can be useful in workstation or home-office environments where more than one compatible HDMI source may need to be connected. The exact capabilities of the connected equipment should be checked before purchase.

Tilt adjustment and mounting support

The LG 27MS500-B includes tilt adjustment, allowing the display position to be adjusted to suit the user’s workstation. LG also specifies a 75 × 75 mm wall-mounting interface.

The monitor has a 3-side virtually borderless design, giving the display a cleaner visual appearance around three sides. The supplied dimensions with the stand are 612.0 × 454.9 × 190.0 mm, while the monitor without the stand measures 612.0 × 362.5 × 56.2 mm.

Features for everyday use

LG includes several display and usability features on the 27MS500-B. These include Reader Mode, Flicker Safe, Super Resolution+, Dynamic Action Sync, Black Stabilizer, Crosshair, Auto Input Switch and Smart Energy Saving. LG also lists Color Weakness as a supported feature.

Reader Mode is included as a display feature for users who spend time reading on-screen content. Flicker Safe is another confirmed LG display feature, while Super Resolution+ is included for image processing. Other listed features such as Dynamic Action Sync, Black Stabilizer and Crosshair provide additional monitor functions without requiring the buyer to rely on unconfirmed specifications.

The monitor also supports OnScreen Control (LG Screen Manager) software.

Suitable for business and home-office work

For South African businesses, SMEs and professionals, the LG 27MS500-B provides a combination of screen size, Full HD resolution, IPS technology, 100Hz refresh rate and practical connectivity. It can be considered for standard office workstations, reception areas, administrative environments and home-office setups where a 27-inch display is appropriate.

For home users and students, the 27-inch screen provides a larger desktop display for everyday computer tasks. The Full HD resolution and IPS panel specification make the monitor suitable for users specifically looking for an FHD IPS display.

The monitor’s 3.5 kg weight with stand also provides a useful specification for workstation planning, while the 3.1 kg weight without the stand can be considered when assessing a wall-mounted setup.

Power and included accessories

The LG 27MS500-B uses an external power adapter and supports an AC input of 100–240V at 50/60Hz. LG specifies a 24W DC output (19V, 1.30A) for the adapter. Power consumption is listed as less than 0.5W in sleep mode and less than 0.3W when DC is off.

The supplied accessories include an HDMI cable, an adapter and user screws. LG lists the included HDMI cable as black and 1.5m long. The power cord is specified as dependent on country.

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The LG 27MS500-B is a well-specified 27-inch monitor for buyers who want a Full HD IPS display with a 100Hz refresh rate, 5ms response time, two HDMI inputs and a range of LG display and usability features. Its combination of screen size, connectivity and adjustment options makes it a practical choice for everyday desktop environments.

Key Features & Business-Class Highlights

Key Features & Business-Class Highlights

27-inch IPS Full HD display
The monitor features a 27-inch IPS panel with a 1920 × 1080 resolution and 16:9 aspect ratio. This provides a sizeable Full HD display for everyday desktop computing.

100Hz refresh rate
With a maximum refresh rate of 100Hz, the LG 27MS500-B supports a higher refresh rate than conventional 60Hz displays.

5ms response time
LG specifies a 5ms GtG response time at Faster, giving buyers a clear performance specification when comparing monitors.

250 cd/m² typical brightness
The display has a specified typical brightness of 250 cd/m², with a minimum brightness specification of 200 cd/m².

2 × HDMI ports
Two HDMI inputs provide connectivity for compatible HDMI-equipped devices. The monitor also includes a 3-pole headphone output for sound only.

3-side virtually borderless design
The display uses a 3-side virtually borderless design, giving the monitor a clean appearance around three edges.

Tilt adjustment
The stand supports tilt adjustment, allowing the screen position to be changed for the user’s workstation.

75 × 75 mm wall mounting
The monitor supports a 75 × 75 mm wall-mounting specification, providing an alternative installation option where an appropriate mount is used.

LG display features
The 27MS500-B includes Reader Mode, Flicker Safe, Super Resolution+, Dynamic Action Sync, Black Stabilizer, Crosshair, Auto Input Switch, Smart Energy Saving and Color Weakness features.

OnScreen Control
LG specifies support for OnScreen Control (LG Screen Manager) software.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• 27-inch IPS Full HD display.
• 100Hz maximum refresh rate.
• 5ms GtG response time at Faster.
• 250 cd/m² typical brightness.
• 2 × HDMI ports.
• Headphone output for sound.
• Tilt-adjustable stand.
• 75 × 75 mm wall-mounting support.
• 3-side virtually borderless design.
• Includes Reader Mode, Flicker Safe and Super Resolution+.
• Supports OnScreen Control software.
• HDMI cable and power adapter included.

Cons

• The display resolution is 1920 × 1080 Full HD, rather than a higher-resolution format.
• The supplied connectivity consists of HDMI and headphone out; additional connection types are not listed by LG South Africa.
• The stand adjustment specified by LG is tilt; height, swivel and pivot adjustment are not listed.
• No warranty period is stated on the LG South Africa product specification page, so warranty terms should be confirmed at the point of purchase.

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