Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
AOC Gaming C27G4X 27" Black
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
AOC Gaming C27G4X 27" Black
The AOC C27G4X curved gaming monitor is generally well-received, with many users praising its smooth 180Hz refresh rate, vibrant colors, and immersive curve for the price. However, a notable minority report defects like dead pixels, screen failures, and false advertising regarding the refresh rate, leading to mixed experiences. Overall, it's seen as a great budget option for gaming, but quality control and customer service issues are concerns.
Pros
- Smooth 180Hz refresh rate
- Immersive curved display
- Great value for the price
- Vibrant colors and picture quality
- Low input lag for gaming
Cons
- Defective units and screen failures
- Dead pixels after months of use
- False advertising on refresh rate
- Poor customer service
- No built-in speakers
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | AOC Gaming C27G4X 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | VA |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 1,500 |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 360 Hz★ | 180 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 0.5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | FreeSync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 300 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| HDR | HDR10+ | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR10+ | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | 0 | — |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | — |
| Pivot | ✓★ | — |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | — |
| Power | 140W | 22W★ |
| Weight | 6.90 kg | 5.93 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
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
AOC Gaming C27G4X 27" Black
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong performance (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong feature (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (67th percentile)
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 31 specs.