If you prioritize a monitor for HDR gaming and media consumption with high color accuracy for tasks like digital photo editing, the LG 27EP950 could be a great choice. However, its smaller size and higher price might not make it the best option for competitive gaming or productivity work. On the other hand, the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 offers a wider screen for productivity and an excellent gaming experience at a lower price, but its format and glossy finish may not be ideal for those focused on HDR video editing and print photo editing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED)
Very good image clarity
Advantages of the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED)
Excellent for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Best in class color volume
Key differences
Productivity
6.6/10
5.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
107 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is only fair for productivity, while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.9/10
9.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
236 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
465 nits
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is good.
Cost
$3,000
$1,200
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) has a price of $3,000 and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) costs $1,200.
Digital Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is not suitable for digital photo editing while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
9.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
236 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
465 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.5 %
Matte
COATING
Glossy
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) and LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
5.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
1.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
Yes
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
236 nits
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) and LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) and Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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