A man editing a cheetah photo on an LG UltraFine evo monitor at a desk with a camera and lamp.

LG has introduced the UltraFine evo 6K (32U990A), the first 6K monitor to support Thunderbolt 5. The launch expands LG’s creator-focused portfolio under the new UltraFine evo brand, which builds on the long-standing use of LG’s 5K UltraFine series by Mac-based editors and designers. Many studios now manage larger timelines, heavier codecs, advanced color pipelines, and AI-assisted effects. 

These conditions demand a monitor that maintains clarity, color precision, and stable high-speed connections during intensive work. The UltraFine evo 6K responds to these pressures with a sharper panel, wider color support, and much faster data throughput. Its recognition at CES 2025 and the iF Design Award 2025 reflects the relevance of this display in modern production environments.

A New Era of Creation With a True 6K Monitor

The UltraFine evo 6K features a 6,144 × 3,456 resolution and a pixel density of 224 PPI. This combination supports clear inspection of line edges, alpha transitions, and detail in masks or composite layers that often reveal issues only at very high magnification. Many creators work with dense interfaces, scopes, reference windows, and toolbars that can crowd conventional displays. 

The 32-inch HiDPI panel keeps all interface elements sharp without forcing the user to zoom in repeatedly. This helps maintain consistent awareness of the entire timeline while making precise adjustments to individual frames, animation paths, or layered visual assets.

Real-World Color Accuracy Needed for Editing and Design

Color decisions influence every stage of post-production, from color grading and retouching to proofing layouts for print and digital distribution. The UltraFine evo 6K covers 98 percent of DCI-P3 and 99.5 percent of Adobe RGB. These values support controlled work with saturated tones, smooth gradient transitions, and mixed lighting conditions. Factory calibration for macOS helps maintain consistency across Mac-based pipelines, where color drift can affect collaborative workflows. 

DisplayHDR 600 certification gives users more confidence when evaluating highlight roll-off and shadow density in footage or stills. LG will also introduce Studio Mode, which includes preset profiles for Mac workflows that support tasks such as grading review and soft-proofing sessions.

Thunderbolt 5 Power That Matches High-Volume Projects

Thunderbolt 5 provides up to 120 Gbps of unidirectional bandwidth. This speed improves responsiveness during real-time review and reduces the time needed to load or transfer large project files. The UltraFine evo 6K benefits from this throughput when working with 8K RAW footage, asset-heavy VFX timelines or AI-enhanced tools that place significant strain on system resources. 

External SSDs and eGPUs also operate more efficiently under this standard, helping users avoid bottlenecks that are common in older connection setups. These improvements support smoother playback, faster export iterations and more stable performance when balancing multiple applications.

A Larger Canvas Made Possible by a 6K Monitor Setup

The UltraFine evo 6K offers 2.56 times the pixel count of a standard 4K UHD display. This expanded workspace helps creators keep scopes, references, and tool palettes visible while still retaining room for large previews. Dual 6K setups increase the available area to nearly five times the size of a single 4K monitor. 

This supports tasks such as comparing multiple versions of a shot, reviewing storyboards or tracking long timelines during collaborative editing sessions. Daisy-chain support through Thunderbolt allows these setups to remain organized without adding additional cables or hardware, resulting in a cleaner desk and undisturbed focus.

Streamlined Control Across Devices and Workflows

Creative pipelines often involve both macOS and Windows systems. The UltraFine evo 6K includes built-in KVM switching that allows users to transition between systems with one set of controls. This supports daily tasks such as format checks, export verification, and cross-platform testing without constant cable adjustments. 

Multi-port connectivity helps maintain stable previews for mobile content or reference material that needs to match specific screen ratios. These features reduce small interruptions that often accumulate during long production cycles and allow teams to move through tasks more efficiently.

Comfort-Driven Design for Demanding Production Days

Long periods of editing, color grading or asset review require a setup that maintains comfort and clarity. The UltraFine evo 6K uses a 4-side Virtually Borderless design that supports an uninterrupted viewing experience. Tilt and pivot adjustments help users maintain consistent posture, which reduces strain during extended sessions. 

The screen can rotate vertically to support workflows for mobile-first content such as Shorts or Reels. Thunderbolt 5 reduces cable count around the workstation, which helps maintain a clean workspace and improves long-term concentration.

A 6K Monitor Designed to Support Future Creative Demands

Creative teams continue to handle higher resolutions, heavier assets, and more advanced AI-assisted production tools. The UltraFine evo 6K is built with the performance headroom required to support these growing demands. The combination of a high-resolution panel, broad color support and fast connectivity gives studios a platform that can adapt to new formats and more complex editing techniques. 

LG will begin shipments in late September in South Korea and Japan, followed by a global release in October across the United States and Europe.

Executive Perspective

“With many video editors now managing high-volume, multi-project workflows, the need for ultra-high-resolution displays with precise color and fast connectivity has never been greater,” said YS Lee, head of the IT Business at the LG Media Entertainment Solution Company. “A future-proof display of uncompromising quality, the new UltraFine evo 6K meets this need and supports creators as they deliver their best work.”

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