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AOC 27G4X vs Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch: Comparison

AOC 27G4X vs Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch: the refresh rate difference

Start with refresh rate, because it is the widest measured gap between them: AOC 27G4X 180 Hz against Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch 240 Hz, 25% in favour of Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch. Add max refresh rate to that, 180 Hz on the AOC 27G4X versus 240 Hz on the Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch, and the pattern holds. Add screen size to that, 27 in on the AOC 27G4X versus 32 in on the Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch, and the pattern holds.

Which should you buy, AOC 27G4X or Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch?

The AOC 27G4X suits extreme budget-conscious gamers and first-time QHD high-refresh upgraders, though it is the wrong buy for buyers wanting real HDR contrast and anyone wanting a fully adjustable stand. The Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch is the one to take for competitive gamers wanting a big, immersive curved screen and players who prioritize contrast and black levels, though it is not the pick for color-critical design work and shared viewing at wide angles. Our rating of the AOC 27G4X (7.6/10): an aggressively priced high-refresh QHD monitor that delivers solid core gaming performance without extra frills. Our rating of the Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch (8.6/10): one of the best large-format curved gaming monitors for players who want size, speed, and deep contrast in one package.

What AOC 27G4X and Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch have in common

Where they agree, they agree completely, response time, response time gtg, hdr support, hdr formats and aspect ratio included, so the decision does not turn on any of those. They match on 4 further specifications as well.

Frequently asked questions

Do the AOC 27G4X and Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch differ on resolution?

Yes. Resolution reads 1920 x 1080 on the AOC 27G4X versus 2560 x 1440 on the Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch.

Is the DisplayPort Version the same on the AOC 27G4X and Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch?

It is. Both are listed at 1.4, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Panel Type

    AOC 27G4X
    IPS
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    VA
  • Brand

    AOC 27G4X
    AOC
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    Samsung
  • Model Number

    AOC 27G4X
    27G4X
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    LC32G75TQSNXZA
  • Screen Size

    AOC 27G4X
    27 in-16%
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    32 inBest
  • Resolution

    AOC 27G4X
    1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    2560 x 1440 (QHD)
  • Panel Technology

    AOC 27G4X
    IPS
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    VA
  • Aspect Ratio

    AOC 27G4X
    16:9
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    16:9
  • Refresh Rate

    AOC 27G4X
    180 Hz-25%
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    240 HzBest
  • Response Time

    AOC 27G4X
    1 ms
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    1 ms
  • Adaptive Sync

    AOC 27G4X
    Adaptive-Sync, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible
  • HDR Support

    AOC 27G4X
    Yes
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    Yes
  • Curved

    AOC 27G4X
    No
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    Yes
  • Native Resolution

    AOC 27G4X
    1920x1080
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    2560x1440
  • Screen Curvature

    AOC 27G4X
    Flat
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    1000R
  • Max Refresh Rate

    AOC 27G4X
    180 Hz-25%
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    240 HzBest
  • Response Time GtG

    AOC 27G4X
    1 ms
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    1 ms
  • VRR Standard

    AOC 27G4X
    G-Sync Compatible
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    FreeSync Premium Pro
  • HDR Certification

    AOC 27G4X
    HDR10 signal only
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    DisplayHDR 600
  • SDR Brightness

    AOC 27G4X
    300 nits
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    350 nitsBest
  • Native Contrast Ratio

    AOC 27G4X
    1000:1
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    2500 :1
  • DCI-P3 Coverage

    AOC 27G4X
    95.5 %
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    95 %
  • DisplayPort Version

    AOC 27G4X
    1.4
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    1.4
  • HDMI Version

    AOC 27G4X
    2.0
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    2.0
  • Height Adjustment Range

    AOC 27G4X
    130 mm
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    120 mmBest
  • Pivot To Portrait

    AOC 27G4X
    Yes
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    Yes
  • VESA Mount Pattern

    AOC 27G4X
    100x100
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    100x100
  • Series

    AOC 27G4X
    AOC Gaming 27G4X
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    Odyssey G7
  • Color Gamut

    AOC 27G4X
    128.3% sRGB, 95.5% DCI-P3
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    95% DCI-P3 (typ), 125% sRGB
  • HDR Formats

    AOC 27G4X
    HDR10
    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch
    HDR10

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose AOC 27G4X if you want the lower response time (1 ms vs 1 ms).

    Choose Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch if you want the higher screen size (32 in vs 27 in), the higher refresh rate (240 Hz vs 180 Hz) and the higher max refresh rate (240 Hz vs 180 Hz).

    Verdict

    AOC 27G4X

    7.6 / 10 Expert Rating

    An aggressively priced high-refresh QHD monitor that delivers solid core gaming performance without extra frills.

    Samsung Odyssey G7 32-Inch

    8.6 / 10 Expert Rating

    One of the best large-format curved gaming monitors for players who want size, speed, and deep contrast in one package.

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