If image quality for HDR gaming and media consumption is paramount, the LG 27EP950 with its OLED display will provide deep blacks and vibrant colors. It's also a strong choice for tasks requiring color accuracy, such as photo editing. However, its refresh rate isn't ideal for competitive gaming, and the smaller size might limit immersive experiences. On the other hand, the Samsung S49AG95 is less expensive and offers a much larger screen with good color performance, making it suitable for productivity and an expansive gaming experience. It also excels in competitive gaming due to its higher refresh rate, but it won't match the LG's performance in color-critical tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Very good image clarity
Best in class contrast
Best in class response time
Advantages of the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED)
Very good refresh rate
Good text clarity
Good brightness
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.5/10
7.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
420 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
2000 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) is good.
Media Consumption
7.9/10
7.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
420 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
2000 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) and Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) are both good for media consumption, though the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is somewhat better.
Cost
$3,000
$1,024
$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 S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) costs $1,024.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Competitive Gaming
5.4/10
5.4/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
2.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
60,240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
250 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
420 nits
The Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) and LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Productivity
6.6/10
6.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) and LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) are both only fair for productivity.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) and Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the LG 27EP950 (W-OLED) and Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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