AOC Gaming Q27GAZD 27"
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
AOC Gaming Q27GAZD 27"
This AOC Q27GAZD QD-OLED monitor is widely praised as an excellent budget entry into OLED gaming, offering stunning colors, deep blacks, and great clarity for the price. Many users note that the default "Uniform Brightness" setting makes it look dim, but turning it off dramatically improves the picture. The main drawbacks are a cheap, wobbly stand, limited ports (only one HDMI and one DisplayPort), and mediocre HDR performance that some find washed out. Overall, it's a fantastic value for around $360, especially for those new to OLED.
Pros
- Stunning colors and deep blacks
- Great value for the price
- Excellent clarity and sharpness
- Good for gaming, especially shooters
- Easy to improve brightness by adjusting settings
Cons
- Cheap and wobbly stand
- Limited ports (only 1 HDMI and 1 DisplayPort)
- Mediocre HDR performance, some find it washed out
- Default Uniform Brightness makes screen look dim
- Heavier than typical LCD monitors
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
| AOC Gaming Q27GAZD 27" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED | OLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | glossy | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible★ | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 250 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 147.6% sRGB, 110.2% DCI-P3 | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-Bit★ |
| HDR | HDR400 True Black | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 0★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | — | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | — | 140W★ |
| Weight | 8.03 kg | 6.90 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
AOC Gaming Q27GAZD 27"
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (79th percentile)
- Strong display (78th percentile)
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %ile
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 30 specs.