ViewSonic VS2725-2K 27" Black 2024
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
ViewSonic VS2725-2K 27" Black 2024
Users largely praise this ViewSonic monitor for its sharp 2K resolution, vibrant colors, and excellent value for office work, data entry, and general use. Built-in speakers are considered weak and tinny, a common minor complaint. The VA panel delivers deep blacks and high contrast, which many prefer over IPS, and build quality is deemed solid for the price. A few users note the joystick control is fiddly and the stand could be sturdier, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Sharp 2K resolution
- Excellent contrast and black levels (VA panel)
- Great value for the price
- Bright and flicker-free display
- Good build quality
Cons
- Weak, tinny built-in speakers
- Joystick control is fiddly and imprecise
- Stand lacks rigidity and rotation
- No full manual or spec sheet in box
- Audio volume too low even at maximum
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
| ViewSonic VS2725-2K 27" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | — | QD-OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 100 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 250 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-Bit★ |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | — | 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 | VESA Compatible Mount | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | — | 140W★ |
| Weight | 3.58 kg★ | 6.90 kg |
Pros & Cons
ViewSonic VS2725-2K 27" Black 2024
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
- Strong display (68th percentile)
- Below average ergonomic (32nd percentile)
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
ViewSonic VS2725-2K 27" Black 2024 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 15 of 30 specs.
