24" LG 24GM79G gaming monitor performance benchmarks: response, input and full specs review

The LG 24GM79G is a relatively new monitor. The LG 24GM79G has the Display Port and this is essential for NVIDIA cards to work with AMD FreeSync. In terms of pixel density, the LG 24GM79G has an excellent density of 91 pixels-per-inch, resulting in sharper text and picture quality. With the AMD FreeSync support, this monitor is compatible with both AMD and NVIDIA graphics cards. For the average response rate, the LG 24GM79G scores 5 ms, which ensures effective synchronization with the high refresh rate. For the extremely fast frame rates, the LG 24GM79G has a maximum refresh rate of 144 Hz that allows smoother gameplay. The monitor has a VESA mount. The minimum response rate of LG 24GM79G is 1 ms, which is eliminates ghosting effects. Graphically demanding games may cause frame drops outside the adative refresh rate of 56 Hz. The monitor uses a TN panel which suffers from color shifting when viewed from horizontal and vertical angles and has slightly washed colors compared to IPS and VA panels. The monitor has an unimpressive contrast ratio of 1000 : 1. For graphics color quality, the LG 24GM79G has an average color depth of 6 -bit, resulting in dithered gradients and more slightly less accurate colors. The brightness of LG 24GM79G is lower than other monitors. LG 24GM79G has a total input lag of 15.5 ms, which is bad among the competition.

 24" LG 24GM79G gaming monitor performance benchmarks: response, input and full specs review
Brand LG
Year 2017
Model 24GM79G
Size 24"
Minimum Refresh Rate 56Hz
Maximum Refresh Rate 144Hz
AMD FreeSync Yes
NVIDIA G-Sync No
Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080
Panel Type TN
Pixel Density 91 ppi
Minimum Response Time 1ms
Average Response Time 5ms
Total Response + Input Lag 15.5ms
Maximum Brightness 350 cd/m^2
Price $ 249.4
VESA Mount Yes
Native Color Depth 6 bit
Static Contrast Ratio 1000 : 1
Display Port Yes
Overall Combination Score 72.5/100 Very Good

Specifications

24" LG 24GM79G 3D

3DNo

24" LG 24GM79G Additional features

Additional featuresAnti-theft stand lock slot - Kensington

24" LG 24GM79G Brand, series, model

BrandLG
Model24GM79G
Model alias24GM79G-B

24" LG 24GM79G Camera

CameraNo

24" LG 24GM79G Certificates, standards and licenses

Certificates, standards and licensesBSMICCCCEENERGY STARErPFCC Class BUL/cUL

24" LG 24GM79G Connectivity

Connectivity2 x USB 3.0 (downstream) , 1 x USB 3.0 (upstream) , 2 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DisplayPort 1.2, 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out

24" LG 24GM79G Dimensions, weight and color

ColorsBlack
Depth58.4 mm (millimeters) 5.84 cm (centimeters) 2.2992 in (inches) 0.1916 ft (feet)
Depth with stand238.8 mm (millimeters) 23.88 cm (centimeters) 9.4016 in (inches) 0.7835 ft (feet)
Height353.1 mm (millimeters) 35.31 cm (centimeters) 13.9016 in (inches) 1.1585 ft (feet)
Height with stand388.6 mm (millimeters) 38.86 cm (centimeters) 15.2992 in (inches) 1.2749 ft (feet)
Weight3.8 kg (kilograms) 8.38 lbs (pounds)
Weight with stand5.9 kg (kilograms) 13.01 lbs (pounds)
Width566.4 mm (millimeters) 56.64 cm (centimeters) 22.2992 in (inches) 1.8583 ft (feet)
Width with stand566.4 mm (millimeters) 56.64 cm (centimeters) 22.2992 in (inches) 1.8583 ft (feet)

24" LG 24GM79G Display

Aspect ratio1.778:116:9
Average response time5 ms (milliseconds) 0.0050 s (seconds)
BacklightW-LED
Brightness350 cd/m² (candela per square meter)
CoatingAnti-glare/Matte (3H)
Colors16777216 colors 24 bits
Diagonal609.7 mm (millimeters) 60.97 cm (centimeters) 24.0039 in (inches) 2.0003 ft (feet)
Display area79.41 % (percent)
FRCYes
Height298.89 mm (millimeters) 29.889 cm (centimeters) 11.7673 in (inches) 0.9806 ft (feet)
Horizontal viewing angle170 ° (degrees)
Minimum response time1 ms (milliseconds) 0.0010 s (seconds)
NTSC (1953)72 % (percent)
Panel bit depth8 bits (6 bits + FRC)
Panel manufacturerAU Optronics
Panel typeTN
Pixel density91 ppi (pixels per inch) 36 ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
Pixel pitch0.277 mm (millimeters) 0.0277 cm (centimeters) 0.0109 in (inches) 0.0009 ft (feet)
Resolution1920 x 1080 pixels Full HD / 1080p
Size class24 in (inches)
Static contrast1000 : 1
Vertical viewing angle160 ° (degrees)
Width531.36 mm (millimeters) 53.136 cm (centimeters) 20.9197 in (inches) 1.7433 ft (feet)

24" LG 24GM79G Ergonomics

Backward tilt35 ° (degrees)
Forward tilt2 ° (degrees)
Forward/backward tiltYes
Height adjustmentYes
Height adjustment range130 mm (millimeters) 13 cm (centimeters) 5.1181 in (inches) 0.4265 ft (feet)
Landscape/portrait pivotYes
Left pivot0 ° (degrees)
Left swivel178 ° (degrees)
Left/right swivelYes
Removable standYes
Right pivot90 ° (degrees)
Right swivel178 ° (degrees)
VESA interface100 x 100 mm
VESA mountYes

24" LG 24GM79G Features

FeaturesAMD FreeSync technology, Black StabilizerDDC/CIDynamic Action SyncFlicker-free technology, HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) Picture-by-PictureScreen SplitSuper Resolution+

24" LG 24GM79G Frequencies

Vertical frequency (digital)56 Hz - 144 Hz (hertz)

24" LG 24GM79G Operating and storage conditions

Operating humidity10 % - 80 % (percent)
Operating temperature0 °C - 40 °C (degrees Celsius) 32 °F - 104 °F (degrees Fahrenheit)
Storage humidity5 % - 85 % (percent)
Storage temperature-20 °C - 60 °C (degrees Celsius) -4 °F - 140 °F (degrees Fahrenheit)

24" LG 24GM79G Power supply and consumption

110V100 V - 120 V (volts)
220V220 V - 240 V (volts)
Alternating current frequency50 Hz - 60 Hz (hertz)
Power consumption (average)27 W (watts)
Power consumption (off)0.3 W (watts)
Power consumption (sleep)0.5 W (watts)

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amadeok 7 years ago
LG 24GM79G vs liyama vs GB2488HSU-B3 vs Samsung C24FG70
Hello

I was looking for a monitor with 144hz refresh rate with good image quality to play media at 120hz with Smooth video project,

Can you tell me which one of these has better image?

LG 24GM79G

liyama GB2488HSU-B3

Samsung C24FG70

thanks
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k1114 7 years ago

But both are the exact same curve so it makes absolutely no sense. The 2 differences I pointed out are the only differences. It's actually better, like any other curved monitor, if you sit up close for more immersion vs a flat screen. Even if you sit a farther, the curve is too small to cause distortion. So in any case, it's better or doesn't make a difference.
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ross89r 7 years ago
Asus VS248HR or LG 24GM79G 24
Hey there! Need a bit of help trying to choose a monitor for a new build I'm doing and I've always got good help from these forums


What I currently have in mind is a cheapish build so far and just need a monitor to finish (well and a graphics card but with prices atm it's either a gtx 1060 3g for about £190 or I'm willing to wait and just use on board graphics.

The cpu I'm going with is an i5 8400, 8gb 2400hz ram, I have an 550w xfx pro psu. I'm not really bothered with an amd or Nvidia card but for obvious reasons in the market getting one for a good price is tricky.

This pc will mainly be used to just play blizzard games (mainly wow) and strategy games (total war etc..)

I'm willing to wait a while for a card but wow is hardly demanding and the new expansion ain't due to September time anyway.

I've heard really good things with the Asus model and I can get it for £116 new, but i have seen the LG (£170) screen and it has the added benefits of 144hz and freesync, if I choose amd card, but on the negative side I've seen quite a few bad user reviews.

Any help in choosing would be great!

Sorry for the long message!
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Eximo 7 years ago

GTX 1060 3GB is plenty for WoW and the rest of their line-up, so I wouldn't necessarily hold yourself back. As long as you get it cheap enough for your comfort, anyway. Other options would be a used GTX970 which would be a bit slower but still get you good 1080p performance.

If you are after high refresh rate, that LG is currently the lowest priced 144hz panel out there.

I also see a lot of lukewarm reviews for the LG. Apparently it isn't selling all that well if they have lowered the price this much. The ASUS is an okay panel, but I don't really like the tilt only displays. It is worth the extra investment for an adjustable stand.

Some alternatives that land somewhere in the middle.

75Hz 1080p monitor (not a very good stand, like the ASUS):


https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/sh38TW/aoc-g2460vq6-240-60hz-monitor-g2460vq6


75Hz, higher price, but a good stand


https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/CMCrxr/asus-vg245h-240-75hz-monitor-vg245h


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bernabo.michael 7 years ago
lg 24gm79g unable to get 144hz over HDMI.
According to lg the monitor can do 1920x1080/144hz over HDMI or Displayport. I cannot seem to get over 120hz via two different HDMI 2.0 cables. I have tested the displayport and can get 144hz, unfortunately this cable needs to be used with a different monitor; so i require HDMI to work.

Currently running a MSI AMD 390x with latest drivers and have ensured the correct monitor drivers are installed via LG's support website. Have attempted both custom resolutions in Radeon settings and windows settings but cannot get over 120hz.

Any insights?

Thanks!
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Glenwing 7 years ago

According to the manual, the HDMI section only seems to list support up to 1080p 120 Hz. I know the section above that lists up to 144 Hz and is labeled "HDMI/DisplayPort", but I think that might be a mistake and only applies to DisplayPort.
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cnyk 7 years ago
Benq Zowie XL2411P vs LG 24GM79G-B
Hello im looking to buy a 144hz 24" monitor. Ive read good reviews about the LG. I cant seem to find any info on this specific benq though. In my country both monitors are the same price. Can i get some information about those two monitors and if possible which one is the better choice.
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CeramicTilePudding69 7 years ago

Freesync does not cause input lag.


https://youtu.be/mVNRNOcLUuA

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hardiangame2 8 years ago
LG 24GM79G-B Not Reaching 144hz
Hello everyone,

So I've installed my new 24GM79G-B monitor using the provided DP-DP cable, but my computer still won't let me choose 1920x1080 @ 144hz as an input. It keeps limiting me to 60hz (i tried to 75hz and it success,but still cannot reach 144hz).

Does anybody know how to fix this? Thank you.

btw i am using win 10 and gtx1070 for the vga
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Mark RM 8 years ago

It's very possible either the input connector on the card or the monitor is faulty. I highly doubt this is a software issue.

Test the monitor on another computer with DP, if stable, suspect the card and try a different monitor on the card with DP to confirm.

I understand you may not have access to all this stuff, but really it's the only way to be sure.
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