LG has launched the UltraFine Monitor 40U990A 5K Monitor featuring Curved UltraWide 5K2K (5120 x 2160p) Nano IPS Black technology in the UK online. The pre-order price starts at £1,499.99. At the time of writing, Amazon UK (amazon.co.uk) has listed this model available for pre-order online.
Pre-order Price – £1,499.99
Key Features:
- World’s first Thunderbolt 5 5K2K Display
- 40-inch Curved UltraWide 5K2K (5120 x 2160p) resolution
- Nano IPS Black technology with 2000:1 contrast ratio
- DCI-P3 99% colour accuracy and VESA DisplayHDR 600
- 120Hz refresh rate with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
- TÜV 5-Star Eye Comfort certification
- Dual 10W speakers with Rich Bass technology
- Premium ergonomic design with full adjustability
LG UltraFine Monitor 40U990A Specifications
Model Number: 40U990A-W
Brand Name: LG
ASIN: B0FD53FPZ2
Product Warranty: 2 year
Item Height: 61.43 centimetres
The monitor features a 40-inch curved Nano IPS Black display with 5K2K resolution (5120 x 2160p), offering 33% more pixels than 4K UHD (3840×2160) for enhanced detail and a wider viewing area ideal for editing and design work.
Display Technology: Nano IPS Black technology with 2000:1 contrast ratio (improved from standard 1000:1) delivers deeper blacks, vibrant colours, and enhanced detail for improved realism and consistent colour reproduction edge to edge.
Colour Accuracy: DCI-P3 99% (Typ.) colour coverage provides 25% more colours than sRGB, reproducing vivid, true-to-life shades suitable for print, digital, and broadcast applications.
HDR Performance: VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification offers bright highlights, deep shadows and accurate colour representation for creative professionals, enhancing textures, elements, light and shadow detail.
Refresh Rate & Gaming: 120Hz refresh rate with 5ms response time and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology ensures smooth visuals with tear-free, stutter-free performance for both gaming and content creation.
Connectivity & Ports
The following connectivity options are available on this monitor:
- Thunderbolt 5 (World’s first Thunderbolt 5 5K2K Display)
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 2.1
- USB-C ports
- USB-A ports
Thunderbolt 5 Features:
- Powers 5K2K content creation
- 2× faster data transfers than Thunderbolt 4
- 96W laptop charging capability
- Single cable connectivity solution
- Supports 5K2K Daisy Chain for dual monitor setups
Audio & Visual Features
LG has equipped this monitor with dual 10W built-in speakers featuring Rich Bass technology for immersive audio experience during content creation, gaming, and multimedia consumption.
Eye Comfort Technology: TÜV 5-Star Eye Comfort certified (TÜV Rheinland certification ID: 1111298743) with high refresh rate, true colour accuracy, and low blue light technology for reduced eye strain during extended creative sessions.
Design & Ergonomics
The monitor features a premium design with virtually border-less 3-sided construction and clutter-free L-stand. The fully adjustable base supports swivel, tilt, and height adjustments for optimal ergonomic positioning.
LG Switch App: Optimises monitor settings for both work and play with customizable image quality and brightness controls. Features personalised picture wizard and display splitting into 11 different options with quick video call platform launch capabilities.