LG UltraGear 25G590B brings native 1000Hz gaming to Full HD
LG is pushing competitive gaming monitors into a new era with the UltraGear 25G590B, a flagship IPS display that claims a native 1000Hz refresh rate at 1080p resolution. Designed for esports players and ultra-competitive gamers, the monitor is built to deliver exceptionally smooth motion, faster visual response, and improved clarity in fast-paced games.
While 1000Hz gaming monitors have been discussed before, LG’s new model stands out because it reaches that refresh rate natively at Full HD. Previous 1000Hz-class displays typically relied on lower-resolution modes, often dropping to 720p to hit extreme refresh rates. That trade-off can make visuals appear noticeably softer, especially on larger screens.
The LG UltraGear 25G590B aims to avoid that compromise. With a 24.5-inch IPS panel and 1920 x 1080 resolution, it targets the sweet spot for competitive gaming: sharp enough for modern esports titles, compact enough for quick visual scanning, and fast enough to reduce motion blur and input delay.
LG describes the monitor as a major milestone for gaming displays. Lee Choong-hwoan, head of LG’s display business, said the company has set a new performance benchmark for competitive gaming by delivering the world’s first native 1000Hz Full HD gaming monitor.
For esports players, the appeal is clear. A 1000Hz refresh rate means the screen can update up to 1,000 times per second, potentially making motion look smoother and reducing the time between an in-game action and what appears on screen. In theory, this could give players a more responsive experience in titles where every millisecond matters.
However, actually taking full advantage of a 1000Hz monitor will not be easy. To fully match the display’s refresh rate, a game would need to run close to 1000 frames per second at 1080p. Even with the most powerful gaming hardware, that remains extremely demanding. Some competitive games can reach very high frame rates, especially with optimized settings and top-tier components, but maintaining 800 to 1000 FPS consistently is still a challenge.
The UltraGear 25G590B also includes Motion Blur Reduction Pro, a feature aimed at improving motion clarity during rapid gameplay. This could be especially useful in shooters, racing games, and other fast-moving titles where clean image transitions help players track targets and react more accurately.
LG is also adding AI-powered features to the monitor. AI Scene Optimization can adjust picture settings depending on the type of game being played, while AI Sound is designed to create a more spatial audio experience. These additions suggest LG wants the 25G590B to be more than just a high-refresh-rate panel; it is positioning the monitor as a premium competitive gaming display with smart image and sound enhancements.
The 24.5-inch size is also worth noting. Many professional and competitive players prefer displays in the 24-inch to 25-inch range because they allow the entire screen to remain within the player’s field of view. Combined with Full HD resolution and a native 1000Hz refresh rate, the UltraGear 25G590B appears to be aimed directly at serious esports users rather than casual big-screen gaming setups.
LG plans to release the UltraGear 25G590B in the second half of 2026. Pricing has not been announced yet, but given its native 1000Hz IPS panel and competitive-focused feature set, it is expected to sit in the premium gaming monitor category.
If LG delivers on its claims, the UltraGear 25G590B could become one of the most important gaming monitors for esports players and high-performance PC gamers. Native 1000Hz at 1080p is a major step forward, and it may set the stage for the next generation of ultra-fast competitive displays.
