As a backend engineer who spends long hours juggling IDEs, terminals, browser tabs, and dashboards, the right monitor setup is more than just a luxury — it’s a necessity. After weeks of research, I picked up the LG UltraGear™ 32GS60QC, a curved 32-inch QHD monitor with solid specs at a reasonable price. Here’s my review after using it extensively for work and light gaming.
Productivity-Driven Display
At 2560×1440 (QHD) resolution, the real estate is perfect for multitasking. I comfortably place my code editor on one side and terminal or documentation on the other — no squinting or excessive scrolling. The 1000R curvature helps reduce eye strain by keeping the edges of the screen within natural eye movement. This becomes noticeable during long coding sessions.
The VA panel delivers deep contrast, which is nice when working in dark mode (which, let’s admit, is every developer’s default theme). While not color-calibrated like IPS panels, it’s more than enough for non-design work and casual content viewing.
Ergonomics
One of my biggest considerations when choosing a monitor is ergonomic flexibility — unfortunately, this is where the UltraGear 32GS60QC falls a bit short.
Cons:
- No portrait mode: This was a big miss for me. As someone who frequently reads long logs or writes documentation, portrait orientation would’ve been helpful.
- Limited stand adjustability: The included stand only supports basic tilt adjustment — no height, swivel, or rotation.
Pros:
- VESA 100×100 mount support: Luckily, LG makes up for the rigid stand by supporting VESA mounts. I personally use a monitor arm, and once mounted, I was able to get the perfect height and angle — a game-changer for posture and desk space.
TL;DR
Pros:
- QHD resolution = great workspace
- Curved display reduces strain
- VESA support (a must-have for ergonomic setups)
- 165Hz refresh rate is a nice touch
Cons:
- No portrait mode
- Basic stand with no height or swivel
- No USB-C or speaker support
