LG 32SR85U-W is a 32-inch 4K UHD IPS monitor from LG's MyView range running webOS, and Mascom International stocks it at KSh 79,000, brand new and sealed. It works two ways. With no computer attached, it joins your Wi-Fi and streams Netflix, YouTube and Prime Video through built-in apps, controlled with the included Slim Remote. Plug in a laptop, and the same 3840 x 2160 screen turns into a work display with a Full HD webcam and 90W USB-C charging. Colour covers 95% of DCI-P3 at 400 cd/m² typical brightness. Our store in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, has the LG 32SR85U-W set up for you to try.
Built for remote workers, university students, small-business owners and anyone short on space, the LG 32SR85U-W replaces two devices with one. A student renting a bedsitter near Kenyatta University or USIU often cannot fit both a TV and a desk monitor in one room. This screen handles lectures, assignments and online tutorials by day and films at night. Consultants and NGO staff working from home get a webcam that sits on top of the screen, so video calls need no extra gear. iPhone and Mac users can cast photos and slides with AirPlay 2, while other phones and laptops connect through Screen Share.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops place this kind of screen beside either TVs or office monitors and leave buyers guessing, Mascom International sets it up both ways in store so you see the difference. Customers across Nairobi tell us the LG 32SR85U-W saves them buying a separate TV for a small flat in Kilimani or South B. The LG 32SR85U-W sits KSh 8,000 above our 27-inch LG 27UP850K-W, and that gap pays for webOS, the webcam and the larger panel. Visit our Kimathi Street showroom, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery across Kenya's 47 counties.
Common Questions About the LG 32SR85U-W
How much is the LG 32SR85U-W in Kenya?
The LG 32SR85U-W costs KSh 79,000 at Mascom International in Nairobi, brand new and sealed. The price includes the Slim Remote, an HDMI cable, the power adapter and our 24-month warranty. A USB-C cable is not in the box, so add one if you plan to charge a laptop through the monitor. Delivery is pay-on-arrival nationwide. The LG 27UP850K-W and LG 34U640B-B both cost KSh 71,000, which is KSh 8,000 less, but neither runs webOS apps or carries a webcam.
Should I buy the LG 32SR85U-W or the LG 27UP850K-W?
Pick the LG 32SR85U-W if you want streaming apps, a webcam and a bigger screen; pick the LG 27UP850K-W if you need DisplayPort and a stand that rotates to portrait. Both use 4K IPS panels with 95% DCI-P3 colour, 60Hz refresh and 90W USB-C charging. The 32SR85U-W adds webOS, AirPlay 2, Wi-Fi, a Full HD webcam and a remote for KSh 79,000. The 27UP850K-W costs KSh 71,000 and adds DisplayPort 1.4 and a factory calibration report. Desktop PC owners with a graphics card usually prefer the 27-inch model.
Can the LG 32SR85U-W work without a computer?
Yes, the LG 32SR85U-W runs LG's webOS 23, so it streams and browses on its own once connected to Wi-Fi. You get apps such as Netflix, YouTube and Prime Video, free LG Channels, a full web browser and the ThinQ Home Dashboard. Streaming subscriptions are paid separately. The included Slim Remote moves through apps without a keyboard or mouse, much like a TV. Add a Bluetooth keyboard and you can open web email or online documents with no laptop on the desk at all.
Does the LG 32SR85U-W work on Kenyan home internet and survive KPLC power cuts?
The LG 32SR85U-W connects over Wi-Fi to any home router, including Safaricom Home Fibre, Zuku or a Safaricom 5G home router, as well as a phone hotspot. For 4K streaming, a fixed fibre line is a better fit than mobile data bundles. Its external adapter accepts 100-240V, so it runs on Kenya's 240V mains. A KPLC outage switches it off like any TV, and unsaved work on a connected laptop is at risk, so a surge protector or UPS is a wise addition.
How good is the webcam on the LG 32SR85U-W for video calls?
The LG 32SR85U-W includes a detachable Full HD webcam, which captures video at 1920 x 1080 for clear calls. It mounts on top of the screen, so you look straight at the camera rather than down at a laptop lens. Calls on Zoom, Google Meet or Teams run from a connected laptop, and LG notes that calling services on webOS need internet and may need a subscription. Lawyers, recruiters and consultants who meet clients from home get a tidy setup without buying a separate camera.
Can I cast from my phone to the LG 32SR85U-W?
Yes, iPhone, iPad and Mac owners cast to the LG 32SR85U-W with AirPlay 2, which needs iOS 12.3 or macOS 10.14.5 and later. Other phones and laptops share their screens through LG's Screen Share feature. That turns the monitor into a shared display for family photos, a YouTube video or a pitch deck in a small meeting room. Bluetooth also pairs wireless headphones, so late-night viewing stays quiet in a shared flat or hostel without any cables trailing across the floor.
Who should buy the LG 32SR85U-W and who should skip it?
Buy the LG 32SR85U-W if one screen must cover work, video calls and evening streaming, especially in a small room. Skip it if you game competitively, since it refreshes at 60Hz; the 144Hz LG 34U640B-B suits that better at KSh 71,000. Skip it as well if your desktop PC relies on DisplayPort output, because this model offers HDMI and USB-C instead. Photographers who want a factory calibration report for colour-critical client work should look at the LG 27UP850K-W, also stocked at Mascom International.
Is the LG 32SR85U-W good for a MacBook?
The LG 32SR85U-W pairs well with a MacBook, since one USB-C cable delivers 4K picture, data and up to 90W of charging. Two extra USB-C downstream ports on the monitor take a hub, flash drive or wired keyboard. On a 31.5-inch panel, macOS shows sharp text with plenty of room for windows side by side. LG does not include the USB-C cable, so buy one rated for video and 90W charging. Mascom International sells compatible cables separately at our Kimathi Street store.
Technical Specifications
Display Panel
- 31.5-inch IPS panel, sold as a 32-inch class screen — 178-degree viewing angles keep colour steady from a sofa or a desk chair.
- 3840 x 2160 4K UHD resolution — about 8.3 million pixels, so text, photos and 4K streams look sharp up close.
- 400 cd/m² typical brightness — comfortable in bright daytime rooms and easy on the eyes for evening films.
- 60Hz refresh rate and 5ms response — smooth for work, streaming and casual games, though not aimed at fast esports.
- 1000:1 typical contrast ratio — standard for IPS panels, giving clean whites and balanced blacks in well-lit rooms.
Colour and Picture Quality
- 95% DCI-P3 colour coverage (typical) — the cinema colour standard, so films and edited photos show rich, true tones.
- HDR10 support — plays HDR10 content from streaming apps with brighter highlights and more shadow detail.
- 1.07 billion colours — gradients in skies, skin and sunsets look smooth without visible steps.
- 16:9 aspect ratio — matches films, YouTube and console games, so 4K content fills the screen without black bars.
- Picture settings through webOS menus — adjust brightness, colour and picture modes with the Slim Remote instead of fiddly buttons.
Audio
- Two 5W stereo speakers — clear enough for video calls, YouTube and news without extra hardware on the desk.
- Bluetooth audio output — pair wireless headphones or a Bluetooth speaker for private listening or fuller sound.
- Sound straight from webOS apps — streaming apps play through the built-in speakers with no computer running.
- Laptop sound over HDMI and USB-C — the monitor's speakers carry audio from the connected computer or console.
- Bass is limited by the 5W drivers — for music or action films, a soundbar or external speaker adds depth.
Smart Platform
- LG webOS 23 — the operating system from LG's TVs, letting the monitor run apps and stream without a computer.
- Streaming apps including Netflix, YouTube and Prime Video, plus free LG Channels — subscriptions are paid separately.
- ThinQ Home Dashboard — controls compatible connected LG home appliances from the screen.
- AirPlay 2 and Screen Share — cast from iPhone, Mac and other phones and laptops without cables.
- Full web browser — open web email, online documents and news sites with only a Bluetooth keyboard attached.
- Slim Remote included — voice assistant control needs the LG Magic Remote, sold separately.
Connectivity
- Two HDMI ports — connect a laptop, PlayStation 5, Xbox or TV decoder and switch between them with the remote.
- USB-C upstream port with 90W power delivery — one cable carries 4K video, data and charging for most laptops.
- Two USB-C downstream ports — plug a hub, keyboard, mouse or flash drive into the monitor itself.
- Wi-Fi — joins a home or office router for apps, browsing and software updates.
- Bluetooth — links wireless keyboards, mice, headphones and speakers directly to webOS.
Build
- Detachable Full HD webcam — sits on top of the screen for calls and comes off when you want privacy.
- Height and tilt adjustable stand — raise the screen to eye level for long work sessions at a desk.
- 23.5 mm deep without the stand — slim enough to look tidy when wall-mounted in a bedroom or small lounge.
- VESA 100 x 100 mm — fits standard wall brackets and monitor arms.
- 714 mm wide, 7.7 kg with stand and 5.5 kg without — plan for a desk around 72 cm wide or more.
Package Contents
The LG 32SR85U-W arrives with the monitor, its stand and the detachable Full HD webcam, plus an HDMI cable, the Slim Remote and the external power adapter. LG does not include a USB-C cable, so laptop users who want single-cable charging should add one rated for video and 90W; Mascom International sells compatible cables separately. The Magic Remote for voice control is also an extra purchase. Ask on WhatsApp if you want a cable added to your delivery.
Warranty
Mascom International backs the LG 32SR85U-W with a 24-month warranty covering manufacturing defects. The cover applies under normal use, and claims are handled in person at our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street; bring the monitor with its receipt.
Buying the LG 32SR85U-W from Mascom International
You can test the LG 32SR85U-W at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, in both its streaming and laptop modes. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your phone to try AirPlay 2 or Screen Share before you decide. The monitor comes in LG's white finish, marked by the -W in its model code; confirm stock on WhatsApp.
Contact us before you visit or to order:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Every order ships pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, and buyers in Mombasa, Kisumu, Machakos, Kakamega and other major towns receive the monitor the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your purchase is covered by the 24-month warranty above. We describe every product accurately, price it honestly, and remain on hand after delivery to help with webOS setup or any other question.
