ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM vs Samsung Odyssey G8
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM
27″ · 2560×1440 · 270 Hz · IPSSamsung Odyssey G8
34″ · 3440×1440 · 175 Hz · QD-OLEDASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM and Samsung Odyssey G8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 85.
- Resolution: Samsung Odyssey G8 leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1440).
- Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM leads (270 Hz vs 175 Hz).
- Response time: Samsung Odyssey G8 leads (0.03 ms vs 0.5 ms).
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM
If you care most about refresh rate.
Samsung Odyssey G8
If you care most about resolution, response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM | Samsung Odyssey G8 | |
|---|---|---|
| 85 | Gear score | 85 |
| 27″ | Screen size | 34″ |
| 2560×1440 | Resolution | 3440×1440 |
| 270 Hz | Refresh rate | 175 Hz |
| IPS | Panel | QD-OLED |
| 0.5 ms | Response time | 0.03 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $1,000 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM or Samsung Odyssey G8 better?
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM and Samsung Odyssey G8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 85. Resolution: Samsung Odyssey G8 leads (3440×1440 vs 2560×1440). Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM leads (270 Hz vs 175 Hz). Response time: Samsung Odyssey G8 leads (0.03 ms vs 0.5 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM leads (270 Hz vs 175 Hz).