If immersive HDR gaming and media consumption are top priorities and budget isn't a constraint, the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 with its wide color gamut and high contrast ratio is excellent. However, if you're into competitive gaming and need a high refresh rate without breaking the bank, the ViewSonic XG2431 will serve you well, although it falls short in HDR performance. For general productivity and casual use, the ViewSonic's smaller size and lower price make it practical, but for expansive screen real estate and superior image clarity, the Samsung is superior, albeit at a premium. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Excellent for media consumption
Best in class contrast
Best in class color volume
Best in class response time
Advantages of the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS)
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.6/10
5.8/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
236 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
465 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
99.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
78.0 %
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
5.6/10
6.9/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
7.5 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 240 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
236 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
The ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is only fair for competitive gaming, while the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is poor.
Productivity
5.6/10
5.0/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
107 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are both poor for productivity, though the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is somewhat better.
Media Consumption
9.2/10
5.4/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
900:1
236 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
343 nits
465 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
507 nits
Glossy
COATING
Matte
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is excellent for media consumption, while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$1,200
$245
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,200 and the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) costs $245.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC (QD-OLED) and ViewSonic XG2431 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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"The ViewSonic XG2431 is an excellent gaming monitor, especially when used for HDR content. With top-notch video processing and a responsive 240 Hz on tap, it fulfills the needs of competitive players at an attractive price."
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