Updated April 22, 2024·Prices updated 24 hours ago
If you prioritize a sharp, 4K resolution and high brightness for stunning HDR gaming and media, along with versatility for photo and HDR video editing, the Nubia RedMagic GM001J with its IPS MiniLED display could be a solid choice at a relatively lower price. On the other hand, if you're after an immersive ultra-wide experience with a unique aspect ratio that's great for productivity and has a higher refresh rate for smooth competitive gaming, albeit at a higher cost and with a lesser focus on color-critical tasks, the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 could be appealing. The Samsung's wider color gamut suits print photo editing well, but it doesn't support HDR as strongly as the Nubia. Consider your primary use cases and budget when making your decision. Give Feedback
At the time of writing the Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) cost $699 and the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) cost $1,820. The Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) has dropped in price by $796.
Advantages of the Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED)
Very good for casual gaming
Best in class for productivity
Very good for media consumption
Very good text clarity
Very good image clarity
Best in class brightness
Very good color volume
Advantages of the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED)
Very good refresh rate
Very good response time
Key differences
Casual Gaming
8.8/10
7.7/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
420 nits
1300 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
2000 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
95.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) is very good for casual gaming, while the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) is good.
Competitive Gaming
6.0/10
5.4/10
160Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
2.0 ms
48 - 160 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
60,240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
420 nits
The Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) is poor.
Productivity
10.0/10
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 Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) is best in class for productivity, while the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) is only fair.
Media Consumption
8.9/10
7.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
5120 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
3000:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
420 nits
1300 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
2000 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) is very good for media consumption, while the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) is good.
Cost
$699
$1,024
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) has a price of $699 and the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) costs $1,024.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) 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.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
No
The Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) is suitable for HDR video editing and color grading while the Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) is not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) and Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Nubia RedMagic GM001J (IPS MiniLED) and Samsung S49AG95 Odyssey Neo G9 (VA Mini LED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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