ASUS TUF Gaming VG328H1B 31.5" Black 2020
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS TUF Gaming VG328H1B 31.5" Black 2020
Overall, users are very satisfied with this monitor, praising its excellent value for the price, sharp picture quality, and accurate colors. It is a popular upgrade from larger TVs for gaming, with several reviewers noting a significant reduction in input lag. However, a few isolated issues were reported, including a unit that developed display problems after a few weeks and a damaged item that was promptly refunded.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp picture quality
- Accurate colors
- Reduced input lag for gaming
- Blue light control feature
Cons
- Quiet built-in speakers
- Blurry text via VGA input
- Potential display issues after short use
- Only one HDMI port
- Occasional cosmetic damage on renewed units
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 TUF Gaming VG328H1B 31.5" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 31.5" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | VA | QD-OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 120% sRGB | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-Bit★ |
| HDR | — | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 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 | 28W★ | 140W |
| Weight | 7.02 kg | 6.90 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
ASUS TUF Gaming VG328H1B 31.5" Black 2020
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong performance (77th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (29th percentile)
- Below average color (33rd 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
Pricing
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024 offers 2.9x better value for money
ASUS TUF Gaming VG328H1B 31.5" Black 2020
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 31 specs.
