BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ 24" Black 2024
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ 24" Black 2024
The BenQ XL2566X+ is a 540Hz TN monitor that delivers unmatched motion clarity for competitive FPS gaming, with many users praising its DyAc 2 technology and responsiveness. However, it requires significant tweaking for color accuracy and has poor viewing angles, and some units suffer from hardware defects like screen glitches or white screens. While it excels in fast-paced games like CS2 and Valorant, most reviewers recommend it only for professional or hardcore esports players, noting that OLED monitors offer better overall image quality at the same price.
Pros
- Unmatched motion clarity for FPS games
- Excellent DyAc 2 technology
- Very low input lag and response time
- Plug-and-play 540Hz/600Hz support
- Easy to set up with back ports
Cons
- Poor color accuracy out of the box
- Narrow viewing angles (TN panel)
- Hardware defects (glitch lines, white screen)
- Requires constant tweaking for different apps
- Expensive for the image quality
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
| BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ 24" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 24.1" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | TN | QD-OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 400 Hz★ | 360 Hz |
| Response Time | — | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync★ | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 320 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 16.7 Million Colors | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-Bit★ |
| HDR | — | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | 0 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | 65W★ | 140W |
| Weight | 10.93 kg | 6.90 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ 24" Black 2024
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong ergonomic (76th percentile)
- Strong performance (70th percentile)
- Below average display (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average feature (24th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th 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 (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
Pricing
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024 offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 29 specs.
