Samsung Odyssey G40H 27" Black
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
What Buyers Say
Samsung Odyssey G40H 27" Black
The Samsung Odyssey G4 27-inch monitor is praised for its exceptional 300Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time, making it a top choice for competitive FPS gamers. Users appreciate the matte anti-glare screen, easy assembly, and portrait mode flexibility. However, the 1080p resolution at 27 inches is a common drawback, with many wishing for 4K or higher pixel density for general use and sharper text. The lack of built-in speakers and limited connectivity (no USB-C or HDMI 2.1) are also noted as downsides.
Pros
- 300Hz refresh rate
- 1ms response time
- Matte anti-glare screen
- Easy assembly
- Portrait mode support
Cons
- 1080p resolution at 27 inches
- No built-in speakers
- No USB-C port
- No HDMI 2.1
- Limited pixel density
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
The ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27UCDMG is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier gaming monitor, with users highlighting its stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate. Verified buyers consistently call it the best monitor they've ever used, noting excellent build quality and responsiveness. Minor drawbacks include a glossy screen that can reflect light, potential text clarity issues due to the subpixel layout, and a lack of included VESA screws, but these are far outweighed by the exceptional gaming and media experience. The Neo Proximity Sensor and OLED Care features provide peace of mind against burn-in, making it a highly recommended investment for enthusiasts.
Pros
- Stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate
- Excellent build quality
- Fast 0.03ms response time
Cons
- Glossy screen causes reflections
- Text clarity issues due to subpixel layout
- No VESA screws included
- VESA mount adds extra depth
- Neo Proximity Sensor unreliable at times
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Odyssey G40H 27" | ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | glossy |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 300 Hz★ | 240 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 240 nits | 450 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 99% DCI-P3, 145% sRGB |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR10 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR10★ | HDR400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 1★ |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Power | 48W★ | 80W |
| Weight | 4.00 kg★ | 7.44 kg |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Odyssey G40H 27" Black
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong performance (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %ile
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Samsung Odyssey G40H 27" Black
No current pricing available
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 29 specs.
