ASUS VG248QG 24" Black 2019
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS VG248QG 24" Black 2019
Overall, users are satisfied with this gaming monitor, praising its fast response time and zero ghosting for competitive play. However, several mention issues like a dead pixel, washed-out colors, poor built-in speakers, and a flimsy DisplayPort cable. Despite these drawbacks, many would recommend it for the price and performance.
Pros
- Zero ghosting
- Fast 0.5ms response
- 165Hz refresh rate
- G-SYNC compatible
- VESA mountable
Cons
- Dead pixel issue
- Washed-out colors
- Poor built-in speakers
- Flimsy DisplayPort cable
- Joystick button feels fragile
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
This Samsung QD-OLED monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning colors, deep blacks, and exceptional responsiveness. Users highlight the 360Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time as game-changers for competitive gaming, with many noting a noticeable improvement in gameplay. A few minor concerns include color fringing on text (typical for QD-OLED at 1440p) and occasional random flicker, but these are generally considered negligible. The build quality is praised as premium and sturdy, and the anti-glare coating is effective in most lighting conditions.
Pros
- Stunning vibrant colors
- Deep inky blacks
- 360Hz refresh rate
- 0.03ms response time
- Premium metal build quality
Cons
- Color fringing on text
- Occasional random flicker
- Limited menu customization
- Power cord is US plug (not EU)
- No mounting screws included
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS VG248QG 24" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 24" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | TN | QD-OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | glossy | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible★ | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 16.7 Million | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-Bit★ |
| HDR | — | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | 65W★ | 140W |
| Weight | 5.22 kg★ | 6.90 kg |
Pros & Cons
ASUS VG248QG 24" Black 2019
- Strong performance (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average display (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (91st percentile)91st %ile
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 30 specs.