Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B 27" Black 2021
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
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B 27" Black 2021
Users generally praise this monitor for its excellent picture quality, high resolution, and smooth refresh rate, making it a great upgrade for gaming and general use. However, several reviewers note significant drawbacks: a proprietary short power cord, lack of built-in speakers, and frustrating on-screen controls. Despite these issues, most would recommend it, especially if those shortcomings aren't dealbreakers.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- High resolution and color
- Smooth refresh rate
- Great for gaming
- Fair price
Cons
- Short proprietary power cord
- No built-in speakers
- Frustrating on-screen controls
- Software bug with dual monitors
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | LG UltraGear 27GP850-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 360 Hz★ | 165 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro | G-Sync Compatible★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 320 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | DCI-P3 98% |
| Color Depth | 10-Bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | HDR10+ | DisplayHDR 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR10+ | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 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 | 140W | 48W★ |
| Weight | 6.90 kg | 6.30 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
LG UltraGear 27GP850-B 27" Black 2021
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong color (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (78th percentile)
- Strong performance (77th percentile)
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %ile
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 4 of 30 specs.