Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black 2024
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
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black 2024
The Dell UltraSharp 40-inch 5K2K curved monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning picture quality, massive screen real estate, and versatile Thunderbolt 4 hub that reduces cable clutter. Users praise its sharp text, subtle curve, and eye comfort during long work sessions, though some note the 60Hz refresh rate in earlier models is limiting for gaming. Verified buyers highlight its solid build, easy setup with monitor arms, and excellent productivity features like KVM and Picture-by-Picture modes.
Pros
- Stunning 5K2K picture quality
- Versatile Thunderbolt 4 hub with 90W power delivery
- Sharp text and eye comfort for long use
- Massive screen real estate for productivity
- Subtle curve and understated design
Cons
- 60Hz refresh rate limits gaming (early models)
- High price point
- No HDR10 or HLG support listed
- Lightbar may push voltage limits on hub
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 40" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 5120 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 2,500 |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 360 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 8 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB, 100% Rec. 709, 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-Bit★ | 8-bit+FRC |
| HDR | HDR10+ | DisplayHDR 600 |
| HDR Support | HDR10+★ | HDR |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 1★ |
| Thunderbolt | 0 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Power | 140W | 45W★ |
| Weight | 6.90 kg★ | 12.22 kg |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
Dell UltraSharp U4025QW 39.7" Black 2024
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong color (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024 offers 2.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 31 specs.
