Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 LS32BG852NNXGO 32" Black 2022
ASRock Phantom Gaming PG34QRT2B 34" Black 2024
What Buyers Say
Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 LS32BG852NNXGO 32" Black 2022
The Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 is a high-end 32-inch 4K 240Hz curved gaming monitor that delivers stunning visuals and smooth performance for demanding gamers. Most users praise its deep color palette, adjustable settings, and sleek design, though a few note issues like cloudiness on part of the screen and poor customer service. The Q&A confirms strong specs including HDR10+, VESA mount compatibility, and a 1000R curve, but also warns about the monitor's heavy weight and front-heavy balance.
Pros
- Deep and rich color palette
- High 240Hz refresh rate
- 4K UHD resolution
- Adjustable settings
- Sleek and cool aesthetics
Cons
- Cloudy patch on screen
- Poor customer service
- Heavy and front-heavy design
- Tilt screws need retightening
ASRock Phantom Gaming PG34QRT2B 34" Black 2024
The ASRock PG34QRT2B monitor offers a high 180Hz refresh rate and USB ports, though some users experienced screen flickering at 180Hz and found stability at 120Hz. It features a VA panel, VESA mount compatibility, and AMD FreeSync Premium that works with both AMD and NVIDIA GPUs. The integrated WiFi antenna is a unique addition, but its purpose is debated. Overall, it provides good value for gaming with some minor issues at maximum refresh rate.
Pros
- High 180Hz refresh rate
- USB ports on back
- VA panel with good contrast
- VESA mount compatible
- AMD FreeSync Premium support
Cons
- Screen flickering at 180Hz
- Stability issues at max refresh rate
- Unclear purpose of WiFi antenna
- Conflicting specs on product page
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 LS32BG852NNXGO 32" | ASRock Phantom Gaming PG34QRT2B 34" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 32" | 34" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3440 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✓ |
| Curvature | 1,000 | 1,500 |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz★ | 180 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | FreeSync Premium |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits | 500 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 95% | 123% sRGB / 94% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 12-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | Quantum HDR 2000 | DisplayHDR 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 2★ |
| USB-C | 0★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | 0 | — |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | — |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | — |
| Power | — | 100W★ |
| Weight | 8.89 kg | 8.68 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 LS32BG852NNXGO 32" Black 2022
- Strong feature (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong color (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong display (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
ASRock Phantom Gaming PG34QRT2B 34" Black 2024
- Strong color (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average portability (21st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
Pricing
ASRock Phantom Gaming PG34QRT2B 34" Black 2024 offers 2.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 4 of 30 specs.
