VisionOwl Y1 15.6" Silver 2020
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
VisionOwl Y1 15.6" Silver 2020
The VisionOwl portable monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its ease of use, crisp Full HD display, and lightweight design. Users praise its plug-and-play connectivity via USB-C and HDMI, making it ideal for gaming with Nintendo Switch or as a secondary work monitor. A few minor issues include occasional white noise from speakers and a finicky control dial, but excellent customer service and included accessories like a magnetic case stand out. Overall, it is highly recommended for its value and portability.
Pros
- Easy plug-and-play setup
- Crisp Full HD display
- Lightweight and portable design
- Versatile USB-C and HDMI connectivity
- Excellent customer service
Cons
- Occasional white noise from speakers
- Finicky control dial
- Mediocre sound quality
- USB-C port only on one side
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
| VisionOwl Y1 15.6" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | — | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 85% sRGB | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | — | 1★ |
| USB-C | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 3/4/5 | 0 |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 75x75mm | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | — | 140W★ |
| Weight | 1.04 kg★ | 6.90 kg |
Pros & Cons
VisionOwl Y1 15.6" Silver 2020
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong portability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average display (21st percentile)
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
VisionOwl Y1 15.6" Silver 2020
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 30 specs.
