LG has followed Samsung into the market for smart monitors; PC monitors with a built-in TV platform for apps and features such as Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit.

Samsung was the first brand to launch a smart monitor in 2020 built on its own Tizen platform. LG followed in late 2022 with webOS-based smart monitors.

LG is now adding two inexpensive smart monitors to its line-up with the 32-inch 32SR53FS and the 27-inch 27SR50F.


IPS LCD with Full HD
Neither of the two new monitors set new standards in any way. They are basic, low-contrast IPS LCD displays with Full HD (1920x1080) resolution. There are built-in 2x 5W speakers.

However, they are now powered by webOS 23 instead of webOS 22 in the existing model. LG's webOS 23 offers a redesigned user interface and popular apps such as Apple TV, Disney+ and Netflix. Both monitors feature Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit.


 The 32-inch LG 32SR53FS. Photo: LG

Smart monitors should not been be seen as professional monitors intended for graphics or video editing, and they are not optimized for gaming either, but be seen as all-round PC monitors that can double as small TV screens with streaming capabilities. And apps such as Microsoft 365 let you use them for certain desktop tasks without a PC.

LG's 32-inch 32SR53FS and 27-inch 27SR50F will be available soon starting in the US for $200 and $230, respectively.

LG 32SR53FS and 27SR50F – specifications



Panel type
IPS LCD


Dissolution
1920x1080 pixels (Full HD)


Diagonal
27" or 31.5"


Pixel density
82 or 70 ppi


Refresh rate
60Hz


Response time (G2G)
5 ms (27") or 8 ms (31.5")


Luminance
250 cd/m² (typical)


Contrast ratio
1000:1 (27") or 1200:1 (31.5")


Color depth
8-bit


Interfaces
AirPlay 2 and HomeKit
Miracast
2 x HDMI
2 x USB-A
1 x headphone output


Ergonomics
Tilt, blue light filter, VESA (100x100 mm), flicker-free backlight


Other
Remote control
webOS 23
2x 5W speakers


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