ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACMES 27" Black 2026
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACMES 27" Black 2026
The ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACMES is a 27-inch 2K IPS gaming monitor with a 255Hz refresh rate and 0.3ms response time, offering excellent motion clarity and color accuracy for its price. Users praise the sturdy, tool-less stand with full adjustability and a built-in webcam mount, as well as the solid I/O including HDMI 2.1 and USB-C with video input. However, several reviewers report backlight bleed and build quality issues, and the lack of built-in speakers and low USB-C charging power are common complaints. The monitor delivers strong performance for gaming and productivity, but quality control concerns temper overall enthusiasm.
Pros
- High 255Hz refresh rate
- Fast 0.3ms response time
- G-SYNC/FreeSync Premium support
- Fully adjustable tool-less stand
- Built-in webcam mount
Cons
- Backlight bleed on some units
- No built-in speakers
- Low USB-C charging power (15W)
- Build quality concerns (clicking frame)
- Menu interface and button placement awkward
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 ROG Strix XG27ACMES 27" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | QD-OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 300 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | — | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-Bit★ |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 1★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | 21W★ | 140W |
| Weight | 5.96 kg★ | 6.90 kg |
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACMES 27" Black 2026
- Strong performance (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong display (72nd percentile)
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th 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
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACMES 27" Black 2026 offers 1.9x better value for money
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACMES 27" Black 2026
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 30 specs.
