LG UltraGear 25G590B becomes first native 1000Hz 1080p gaming monitor

LG has announced the UltraGear 25G590B, a new esports focused gaming monitor that it says is the first Full HD display with a native 1000Hz refresh rate. The monitor is designed for competitive players who want the fastest possible motion response in games where every frame can matter.

The biggest detail is that the UltraGear 25G590B reaches 1000Hz at 1920 x 1080 without dropping to a lower resolution. Other 1000Hz monitors have been shown before, but they have usually needed a lower 720p mode to reach that speed. LG’s new model keeps the full 1080p resolution while hitting the four digit refresh rate.

The monitor uses a 24.5 inch IPS panel. That is important because ultra high refresh rate displays have often relied on TN panels in the past, which usually trade image quality for speed. IPS should give better color and viewing angles while still delivering the extreme refresh rate competitive players want.

The 24.5 inch size also makes sense for esports. Many competitive players prefer smaller monitors because they can see more of the screen without moving their eyes too much. That can help in fast shooters where tracking enemies and reacting quickly matters more than cinematic image size.

LG is also adding Motion Blur Reduction Pro, which is designed to make fast moving objects look sharper and easier to follow. That could help in games with quick sideways movement, fast aim changes, and rapid target tracking.

The monitor also includes a low reflection film to reduce glare while keeping color quality intact. Basic ergonomic adjustments are included too, with height, swivel, and tilt support.

There are AI features as well. LG says AI Scene Optimization can adjust picture settings based on the game genre, while AI Sound is meant to improve spatial audio and make in game communication clearer.

The main catch is hardware demand. A 1000Hz monitor only reaches its full value if your PC can push extremely high frame rates. Esports games such as Counter Strike 2, Fortnite, Valorant, and League of Legends are more realistic targets than heavier titles like Cyberpunk 2077 or Alan Wake 2. Even then, you will need a very powerful system and carefully tuned settings to make full use of 1000Hz.

The UltraGear 25G590B is also arriving at a time when Windows is preparing for much higher refresh rate support. Microsoft has already started testing Windows 11 support for refresh rates far beyond what normal gaming monitors use today, so LG’s display fits into a wider push toward extreme speed panels.

LG has not shared pricing yet. The monitor will launch in select markets in the second half of 2026.

For most players, 1000Hz will be overkill. For competitive esports players, it could become an important new benchmark. The UltraGear 25G590B shows that high refresh rate gaming is moving past 360Hz and 500Hz into a new category where display speed is becoming one of the main selling points.