Samsung Odyssey G8 vs Samsung Odyssey G9
Samsung Odyssey G8
34″ · 3440×1440 · 175 Hz · QD-OLEDSamsung Odyssey G9
49″ · 5120×1440 · 240 Hz · VASamsung Odyssey G8 and Samsung Odyssey G9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 85.
- Resolution: Samsung Odyssey G9 leads (5120×1440 vs 3440×1440).
- Refresh rate: Samsung Odyssey G9 leads (240 Hz vs 175 Hz).
- Response time: Samsung Odyssey G8 leads (0.03 ms vs 1 ms).
Samsung Odyssey G8
If you care most about response time.
Samsung Odyssey G9
If you care most about resolution, refresh rate.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Samsung Odyssey G8 | Samsung Odyssey G9 | |
|---|---|---|
| 85 | Gear score | 85 |
| 34″ | Screen size | 49″ |
| 3440×1440 | Resolution | 5120×1440 |
| 175 Hz | Refresh rate | 240 Hz |
| QD-OLED | Panel | VA |
| 0.03 ms | Response time | 1 ms |
| ≈ $1,000 | Estimated price | — |
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 Samsung Odyssey G8 or Samsung Odyssey G9 better?
Samsung Odyssey G8 and Samsung Odyssey G9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 85 and 85. Resolution: Samsung Odyssey G9 leads (5120×1440 vs 3440×1440). Refresh rate: Samsung Odyssey G9 leads (240 Hz vs 175 Hz). Response time: Samsung Odyssey G8 leads (0.03 ms vs 1 ms).
Which has the higher refresh rate?
Refresh rate: Samsung Odyssey G9 leads (240 Hz vs 175 Hz).