LG UltraWide 34WQ650-W.AUS 34" Black 2022
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
LG UltraWide 34WQ650-W.AUS 34" Black 2022
The LG Ultra Wide Monitor receives mostly positive feedback for its immersive display, multitasking capabilities, and value for money. However, a few users report issues like scratches on arrival, lack of height adjustment, and short cables. The built-in speakers are considered mediocre, and some users had initial connectivity problems with MacBooks.
Pros
- Immersive ultra-wide display
- Excellent multitasking with split-screen
- Good value for money
- Sleek design with thin bezels
- Multiple connectivity options including USB-C
Cons
- Scratches on panel upon arrival
- No height adjustment
- Short included cables
- Mediocre built-in speakers
- Initial connectivity issues with MacBooks
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
| LG UltraWide 34WQ650-W.AUS 34" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | QD-OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit / 10-bit | 10-Bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | — | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | — | 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 | — | 140W★ |
| Weight | 7.89 kg | 6.90 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
LG UltraWide 34WQ650-W.AUS 34" Black 2022
- Strong color (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong performance (73rd percentile)
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (32nd 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 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 30 specs.