Samsung CF390 Series LC27F390FHNXGO 27" Black 2017
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
What Buyers Say
Samsung CF390 Series LC27F390FHNXGO 27" Black 2017
The Samsung monitor delivers a clear, vibrant picture that enhances gaming and streaming experiences. Users praise its curved design for immersion and smooth motion tracking. However, one reviewer reported a cracked frame when mounting it on an arm, and another noted the inability to adjust height. Overall, it is well-liked for its picture quality and value, with some concerns about build durability and ergonomics.
Pros
- Clear and vibrant picture
- Great for gaming and streaming
- Curved design enhances immersion
- Good value for the price
- Works well with multiple devices
Cons
- Frame cracked during arm mounting
- No height adjustment
- No instructions for base removal
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 CF390 Series LC27F390FHNXGO 27" | ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | VA | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,800 | — |
| Screen Finish | — | glossy |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 240 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 4 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits | 450 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 16.7M | 99% DCI-P3, 145% sRGB |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 1★ |
| USB-C | 0 | 1★ |
| Speakers | — | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 75x75 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Power | 25W★ | 80W |
| Weight | 4.40 kg★ | 7.44 kg |
Pros & Cons
Samsung CF390 Series LC27F390FHNXGO 27" Black 2017
- Strong social proof (70th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (22nd percentile)
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
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 CF390 Series LC27F390FHNXGO 27" Black 2017
No current pricing available
ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 30 specs.
