LG UltraGear 27GS75Q HDR10 settings: Maximize HDR performance

So, you've snagged the awesome LG UltraGear 27GS75Q—one of the top-tier LG monitors available in South Africa. Lekker! But when you fire up a game like Alan Wake 2, does the HDR look a bit… meh? Maybe washed out or too dark? You're not alone. The default LG UltraGear 27GS75Q HDR10 settings are a starting point, not the destination. This guide will show you how to unlock the incredible HDR performance your new screen is capable of.

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Unlocking True HDR Performance

High Dynamic Range (HDR) is more than a buzzword. It's about creating a more realistic and immersive image by expanding the range between the darkest blacks and the brightest whites. When optimised correctly, it makes sunlit scenes pop and dark caves feel truly menacing. The problem? Default settings are often too conservative. To truly maximise your HDR performance, you need to dive into the settings yourself. It's the difference between seeing the game and feeling it. ✨

Pre-Flight Check: Windows & GPU First

Before you even touch your monitor's joystick, the first step to optimising your LG UltraGear 27GS75Q HDR10 settings happens in Windows. 🔧

1. Enable HDR in Windows: Right-click your desktop, go to Display settings, select your LG monitor, and toggle "Use HDR" to on.
2. Run the Calibration Tool: We highly recommend using the "Windows HDR Calibration" app from the Microsoft Store. It’s a free tool that helps you set the minimum and maximum luminance levels for your specific panel, creating a custom colour profile. This step is crucial for accurate HDR.
3. Update Your Drivers: Ensure you have the latest drivers for your NVIDIA or AMD graphics card. These updates often include performance improvements and bug fixes for HDR content.

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Dialling In Your LG 27GS75Q Monitor Settings

Now for the main event. Grab your monitor's OSD (On-Screen Display) joystick and let's fine-tune that picture. These settings, combined with your Windows calibration, will deliver stunning results.

Start with the Right Picture Mode

In the OSD menu, navigate to Game Mode. For HDR content, select Gamer 1 or Vivid. These modes are typically best calibrated for the wide colour gamut used in HDR. Avoid standard or sRGB modes, as they will clamp the colours and prevent you from seeing the full visual range.

Adjusting Key Game Settings

Under Game Adjust, you'll find the most impactful options for performance:

• Adaptive-Sync: Make sure this is turned On. The 27GS75Q boasts excellent FreeSync Premium support for AMD users and is also G-Sync Compatible for Team Green. Both are built on the core Adaptive-Sync technology that prevents screen tearing. For a smooth, competitive experience, it's a feature you can't go without, which is why we'd always recommend it over models without any sync technology.
• Black Stabilizer: In HDR, be careful with this. A setting of 50 is neutral. Pushing it higher can lift the black levels, which might help you spot enemies in shadows but can also make the image look washed out, defeating the purpose of HDR's deep blacks. We suggest leaving it at 50 or slightly lower.
• Response Time: Set this to Fast. The "Faster" setting can sometimes introduce inverse ghosting (overshoot), so "Fast" is usually the sweet spot for a clear, crisp image without artefacts.

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Picture Adjust

In HDR mode, settings like Brightness and Contrast are often locked, as the monitor is following the signal from your PC. This is normal! The calibration you did in Windows and in-game handles this. Your primary job is done. 🚀

That’s it! With these optimised LG UltraGear 27GS75Q HDR10 settings, you're no longer just using a great monitor… you're experiencing its full potential. Those once-dull scenes will now burst with life, giving you the competitive edge and visual immersion you deserve.