LG 32UN500 32" 4K Monitor (2020)
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LG 32UN500 is the most affordable 4K VA monitor at 32-inch diagonal in LG's 2020 ("N") lineup. An entry-level option, it nonetheless features a 10-bit panel with good color reproduction and high contrast. For those who do not need extra bells and whistles, the 32UN500 is one of the more attractive options on the market.
Having said that, the 32UL500 from 2019, which the 32UN500 ostensibly replaces, is about the same: the newer model comes with a slightly higher (350nits vis-à-vis 350 nits) maximum brightness and slightly lower color gamut (90% rather than 95% DCI-P3 coverage). Those who want IPS will have to step up to the 32UN650.
The 32UN500 has a basic stand with only tilt adjustment. Those who prefer a better stand can also check out the 32UN550, among other more premium 4K options.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 77% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Rich color reproduction
- High 3000:1 contrast ratio
- 10-bit display panel
- High 91.16 % screen-to-body ratio
- Build-in speakers included
Cons
- Only tilt adjustment
What external reviewers found***
External score 74% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent color gamut accuracy
- Large, 4K IPS panel
- 5ms GTG response time
Cons
- Lacks DCI-P3 color
- No edge-array backlight
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.4
Construction
Adjustment | Height
N/A
Adjustment | Pivot
N/A
Adjustment | Swivel
N/A
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 20°
Camera
No
Colors
Black, White
Speakers
2x 5W
VESA Mount
100 x 100 mm
Dimensions
Bezels
91.16% screen-to-body ratio
Size | Depth
1.8 in / 45.7 mm w/o stand, 8.22 in / 208.8 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
16.54 in / 420.1 mm w/o stand, 20.17 in / 512.3 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
28.12 in / 714.3 mm
Weight
6.8 kg / 15 lbs w/o stand , 7.8 kg / 17 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
350 nits
Contrast Ratio
3000:1 (static)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
10 bits (8 bits + FRC), 1073741824 colors
Display Diagonal
32" (31.54 in / 801 mm)
Display Type
VA, Anti-glare/Matte (3H)
Gamut
90% DCI-P3
Pixel Density
140 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.182 mm
Refresh Rate
48 Hz ~ 75 Hz
Resolution
4K (3840x2160)
Response Time
4 ms (min)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
HDR
HDR10
Operating Humidity
10 % ~ 80 %
Operating Temperature
0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
Variable Framerate
AMD FreeSync
Video
Color Calibrated, Color Weakness, Smart Energy Saving, Dynamic Action Sync, HDR Effect, Super Resolution+, Flicker-free technology, Dual Controller, Low Blue Light, Black Stabilizer, Reader Mode
Performance
Power Consumption
45 W (average) / 55 W (max) / 0.5 W (sleep) / 0.3 W (off)
Production
Debut
2020
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External Reviews
tomshardware[1]
Reviewer score 74%The LG 32UN500-W provides excellent accuracy with just a 2.1dE out of the box when it comes to its native DCI-P3 color space. Its 1.9 average gamma is below the 2.2 we'd like to see, and you'll see visible grayscale errors. If you want a premium HDR experience, you'll have to pay more than what LG is asking.
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Pros
- Excellent color gamut accuracy
- Large, 4K IPS panel
- 5ms GTG response time
Cons
- Lacks DCI-P3 color
- No edge-array backlight
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References
- ^ LG 32UN500-W Review: Great Budget Entry Into 4K . [tomshardware]. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/lg-32un500-w. 2020-12-16. Retrieved 2021-10-27.
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