Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
BenQ GW2490 23.8" Black 2024
What Buyers Say
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
BenQ GW2490 23.8" Black 2024
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this monitor, praising its value, thin bezel, and clear image quality. It works well for home office setups, dual-monitor configurations, and even as a TV in a truck. Some minor drawbacks include the lack of USB-C input and a driver issue with video cards, but overall it's highly recommended.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Thin bezel
- Clear image quality
- VESA mount compatible
- Built-in speakers
Cons
- Lack of USB-C input
- Driver issue with video cards
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | BenQ GW2490 23.8" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 23.8" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 360 Hz★ | 100 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | 99% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-Bit★ | 8-bit |
| HDR | HDR10+ | — |
| HDR Support | HDR10+★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | 0 | N/A |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Pivot | ✓★ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | 140W | 20W★ |
| Weight | 6.90 kg | 3.93 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
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
BenQ GW2490 23.8" Black 2024
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong portability (77th percentile)
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
- Below average display (22nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 30 specs.