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LG 29" Ultrawide IPS Monitor Black 29WL500-B 1080p $299 + Delivery ($0 to Metro Areas/ C&C) @ Officeworks

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LG 29" Ultrawide IPS Monitor Black 29WL500-B 1080p $299 + Delivery ($0 to Metro Areas/ C&C) @ Officeworks
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jonathonsunshine on 16/08/2021 - 12:38 officeworks.com.au (3865 clicks)
Last edited 16/08/2021 - 12:46 by 2 other users

2560x1080x60fps

Not sure if this is actually a good deal so I'm throwing it into the arena to see what happens. It's not on sale but still $10 to $20 cheaper than anything else 10 seconds of googling found…

https://www.lg.com/au/it-monitors/lg-29WL500-B

This LG Ultrawide Monitor features a 29" IPS display with sRGB 99% for premium colour reproduction. The AMD FreeSync Technology promotes smooth and stutter-free gameplay for amateurs and professionals, while the OnScreen Control allows for easy screen configuration.

  • This monitor features an ultra wide, 29" IPS display with a resolution of 2560 x 1080.
  • It has a 5 ms response time and a 60 Hz refresh rate.
  • It is VESA compatible so you can mount it to your wall with ease.
  • It features a 178-degree horizontal viewing angle and an anti-glare display.
  • The monitor is tilt-adjustable to suit your needs.
  • This monitor is ideal for gaming but can also be used for streaming media, working on spreadsheets, everyday computing, and kiosk display.
  • It comes with 2 x HDMI ports and Audio Output.
  • The included AMD FreeSync Technology delivers smooth, stutter-free gameplay.
  • The OnScreen Control allows for easy screen configuration.
  • The display comes with HDR10 and sRGB 99% for premium colour reproduction.
  • It comes in black.
  • It has a 3 year warranty.
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  • BBF on 16/08/2021 - 12:43
    +21

    Standard price.
    Centrecom $299
    Umart $298

    • dbmitch on 16/08/2021 - 15:05

      Is OzRRP allowed here if its not GPus?

  • C0mbat on 16/08/2021 - 12:54
    +7

    Whether it's standard price or not it seems like a lot of monitor for the money. Plus it's under the magic $300 threshold for tax deducting in a single year.

    • netjock on 16/08/2021 - 13:18

      under the magic $300 threshold for tax deducting in a single year.

      No magic. It just means waiting an extra year to get your 30c in the dollar.

      a lot of monitor for the money

      I considered that. But it isn't more than 2x 1080p side by side horizontally.

      • 18 on 16/08/2021 - 13:29
        +2

        if it's over $300, u got to depreciate over 4 years. So you're waiting a long time

        • netjock on 16/08/2021 - 13:32
          +1

          Or you could live with an inferior experience for 4 years.

          • Gavinm on 16/08/2021 - 13:43
            -2

            @netjock: FYI - the assumptions on depreciation and write offs are all wrong. The ATO allows full expensing of business assets through until June 2022, regardless of value.

            • netjock on 16/08/2021 - 13:47
              +2

              @Gavinm: But you know we're all running businesses. Why are we not just posting HiLux and Ranger deals when it is instant asset write off.

              Btw it isn't a write off. The ATO would like you to think that. You wouldn't put down those assets as worth $0. It is just for ATO tax assessment it is considered full deducted therefore $0 value.

              I guess we're going into the "it is a deal because you can get a tax deduction" if you get sold a lemon for $1 and told ATO will let you not pay your marginal tax rate on it, it is also a deal.

            • C0mbat on 16/08/2021 - 14:36
              +1

              @Gavinm: Really? For non-business owners? You'll probably find that for the majority of people interested in this monitor, are buying it as a consumer who is currently working from home and therefore bound by consumer rather than business tax laws.

            • WhatWouldBiggieDo on 16/08/2021 - 14:54

              @Gavinm: Not for PAYG employees though. Which would be most people here.

            • astarman on 16/08/2021 - 16:31

              @Gavinm: For individual you also have to apportion it…

            • inamberclad on 16/08/2021 - 16:43

              @Gavinm: that's reckless to provide this "tax advice". I hope you're not a CPA or CA

      • downforce on 16/08/2021 - 15:35
        +1

        It's actually 1.33x 1080p's side by side (2560/1920)

        • netjock on 16/08/2021 - 15:37

          1920 x 1080p LG IPS is only $148. So I guess this monitor isn't 2x FHD. So why paying twice the price?

        • Ryballs on 16/08/2021 - 15:41

          I think netjock is thinking of super ultrawide (32:9)

    • davef on 16/08/2021 - 14:53

      You get what you pay for.

  • cawfee on 16/08/2021 - 13:03
    +4

    Would only get this if you really need ultrawide (in saying that, these dimensions will look small compared to standard 27" monitors) - 2K/4K Dell monitors will be much nicer around this price

    • Sang11 on 16/08/2021 - 13:13

      Got any particular recommendations?

      • cawfee on 16/08/2021 - 13:32
        +1

        Any of the Dell deals - S2721QS/S2721DS for 2K/4K
        S2721DGF for gaming

        • sepa on 16/08/2021 - 13:59

          Can vouch for the S2721DS. Excellent monitor picked up for $250 on sale last May. Not sure it is close to that price now though.

        • Sang11 on 16/08/2021 - 17:06

          Damn can't find these at sub par $250 mark. Is the Samsung G5 comparable? I saw it on Centrecom for $300. Soz. Monitor noob.

      • geekcohen on 16/08/2021 - 15:55

        I just got 3 of the 4K UHD Monitor - S2721Q and they are very good. I've had them about a week so far.

  • micz82 on 16/08/2021 - 13:07
    +14

    Aldi currently selling these for $249. I saw 5 of them at Aldi Wolli Creek store on Thursday 12th.

    • dbmitch on 16/08/2021 - 15:05
      +7

      The real OZbargain is in the comments

    • [Deactivated] on 17/08/2021 - 01:38

      Not rare either, my local Aldi had them last month for $249 and i saw a few when i went shopping last night.

      Feels like these LG Ultrawide's have been around forever, there is always a deal somewhere.

  • ycatlive on 16/08/2021 - 13:13
    +1

    is ppi same as 24 inch 1080 monitor? i can hardly bear any ppi lower than that

  • finnybro on 16/08/2021 - 13:17
    +2

    I have an older version that's 75Hz and love it

    • kensaiD on 16/08/2021 - 14:00

      Also have a 75Hz version and I use it for work. Does the job nicely!

  • 90PercentOffOrBust on 16/08/2021 - 13:20
    +1

    250 nits. Some HDR that is 🙄

    • pharkurnell on 16/08/2021 - 13:59
      +3

      Its a 300 bux monitor.. what would you expect?

  • dainese on 16/08/2021 - 13:43
    +1

    I have this model and paid $349 for it, I think earlier this year. Great for work and gaming, (I don't game over 75fps). Bright enough, i only set mine at 24-30 / 100 .

    Black levels are terrible on this always looking a bit white and hazy. At this price and if you need/want ultrawide it is good.

  • RachC on 16/08/2021 - 13:45

    Kogan had 239.98(included delivery) before. use monitor arm instead for the stock stand.

  • giordan0 on 16/08/2021 - 13:53

    They had this in Amazon for 249 during the Prime Day sales. (Grabbed one as a spare work monitor).

  • pharkurnell on 16/08/2021 - 13:59

    Good for Office type work Excel etc???

    • hellousyd on 16/08/2021 - 14:02

      Might be a better option due to the wider aspect ratio for things like Excel. Although reading documents/webpages in portrait would be worse off than a 27”.

      • dainese on 16/08/2021 - 14:47

        I don't know if it is worse off. the extra width means I often can fit 2 pages side by side, inc PDFs etc.

  • echocae on 16/08/2021 - 14:38

    is this good enough for Photoshop use (graphic design)?

    • drfuzzy on 16/08/2021 - 15:10
      +2

      Not for professional use.
      For the odd school assignment or family birthday card I'm sure its fine.

    • 9hundred on 16/08/2021 - 16:56
      +1

      it's good enough for ms paint hahahaha

  • nedski on 16/08/2021 - 14:53
    +1

    Thanks OP, Grabbed one for my partner as she had put off buying one for WFH but since we are now in extended in lockdown, she doesnt want to be hunched over her laptop anymore.

  • drfuzzy on 16/08/2021 - 15:09

    Good price, but not many pixels.

    • Oofy Doofy on 17/08/2021 - 14:34

      Plenty good, same real estate as a 24".

  • RichardMelbourne on 16/08/2021 - 15:18
    +1

    What I need is a pricing error (which is still honoured) on the Sammy 49" ultrawide, please - around the same price as this :)

    • CY on 16/08/2021 - 15:36
      +6

      What I need is to win the lotto

  • addison666 on 16/08/2021 - 16:33
    +2

    I have the older version, size and resolution are perfect for productivity working from home. I've never wished for a bigger/better monitor, especially for this price

    • vash12 on 16/08/2021 - 17:55

      The stand that comes in the package is rubbish - better to purchase a monitor arm.

      Otherwise its does the job ok, I would probably get a 4k 27” instead if I were to get a new screen with similar budget.

      • addison666 on 16/08/2021 - 18:13
        +3

        I use this mainly for work, so I can have two Word documents open at once, and still read both quite comfortably, something a 27" standard width screen struggled with for me. I also had a 32" and I still prefer this one for work. The stand never wobbles for me, but my desk is quite solid also I guess.

  • 9hundred on 16/08/2021 - 18:11

    The pizza is more expensive if you order for delivery, even if you order 3, and the minimum spend is $21.9. It dodgy how the prices jump around, the prices are not fixed, or even lisited.

    • WhyAmICommenting on 16/08/2021 - 18:31
      +4

      Wot?

      • 9hundred on 16/08/2021 - 18:36
        +6

        hahaha ordering pizza and posted on the wrong thread hahaha

  • lunartemis on 16/08/2021 - 21:48

    Can the desktop be arranged similar to having dual monitor setup? I teach remotely and having dual monitor has been useful as I can share 1 entire monitor (for powerpoint, word, pdf) while having the other one to change slides and check the live chat.

    • geekcohen on 17/08/2021 - 05:46

      From memory, I believe so but it is software controlled rather than using two inputs.

  • rchiu on 16/08/2021 - 22:42

    Thought I'd add my two cents for anyone interested - I've been using the 75 Hz one for about 2 years, happy to report that it's been a solid workhorse for watching media, photo/video editing, uni assignments, and very casual gaming.

    Changed my life when using spreadsheets and project management tools (Notion/Trello). Only complaint would be sometimes I feel it could use a little bit more resolution (though only started noticing after I got a 27" 1440p secondary screen)

  • spoonmugen on 17/08/2021 - 10:01

    after a 32"
    ips

    seems only affordable ones are QHD
    any deals/recomendations atm?

    4k would mean VA panels -and not sure it'll be usable on a 32/as would be moving head/eyes…

  • Pornboy69er on 17/08/2021 - 12:36

    29" and 1080p? This is the worst deal. Not to mention its selling for a similar price on several websites.

  • Semilob on 20/08/2021 - 08:34

    Glad you put 10 whole seconds of googling into your research…

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