If budget is a concern and you primarily engage in competitive gaming, the KTC G27P6 could be a suitable choice; its lower price and strong performance in this area make it attractive. However, the Samsung Odyssey G8 excels in media consumption with superior brightness and color quality, which also benefits HDR gaming and general productivity, thanks to its wider screen and higher resolution. The Odyssey's curved screen and wider aspect ratio may also offer a more immersive experience. Choose the Samsung if you're ready to invest in a richer media and gaming experience and prioritize image quality over cost savings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED)
Best in class for competitive gaming
Very good refresh rate
Very good brightness
Advantages of the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED)
Best in class for media consumption
Good image clarity
Best in class color volume
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
9.6/10
5.2/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.9 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 175 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
700 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
241 nits
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) is poor.
Productivity
2.8/10
5.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) and KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) are both poor for productivity, though the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
5.6/10
9.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
700 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
241 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
456 nits
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) is best in class for media consumption, while the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$800
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) has a price of $800 and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) costs $1,500.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.6/10
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3440 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
175Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
700 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
241 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
456 nits
97.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.5 %
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the KTC KTC G27P6 (W-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G85SB (QD-OLED) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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