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ROG Swift PG27AQDM vs Odyssey OLED G8: which is better?

ROG Swift PG27AQDM and Odyssey OLED G8 compared side by side across 12 specs and 10 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 12 SPECS · 10 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING
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ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor
ASUS
ROG Swift PG27AQDM
$999
BEST OVERALL
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)
SAMSUNG
Odyssey OLED G8
$999
BEST FOR DISPLAY
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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The ROG Swift PG27AQDM takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 9.0/10 — 0.1 ahead of the Odyssey OLED G8. Tightest race: value, just 0.7 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 10 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY
GAMI
IMAG
HDR
COLO
ERGO
VALU
DISP
PERF
CONN
DESI
ROG Swift PG27AQDM×5
Odyssey OLED G8×5
ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED MonitorBEST OVERALL
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)BEST FOR DISPLAY
01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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246810GAMING PERFOR…IMAGE QUALITYHDRCOLOR ACCURACYERGONOMICSVALUEDISPLAYPERFORMANCECONNECTIVITYDESIGN
LARGEST GAPGaming Performance — ROG Swift PG27AQDM leads by 9.5
TIGHTESTValue — only 0.7 between the top two
02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

SWIFT PG27OLED G8
Gaming PerformanceiROG Swift PG27AQDM · +9.5
SWIFT PG279.5
OLED G80.0
Image QualityiROG Swift PG27AQDM · +9.0
SWIFT PG279.0
OLED G80.0
HDRiROG Swift PG27AQDM · +8.5
SWIFT PG278.5
OLED G80.0
Color AccuracyiROG Swift PG27AQDM · +9.0
SWIFT PG279.0
OLED G80.0
ErgonomicsiROG Swift PG27AQDM · +8.5
SWIFT PG278.5
OLED G80.0
ValueiOdyssey OLED G8 · +0.7
SWIFT PG277.5
OLED G88.2
DisplayiOdyssey OLED G8 · +9.5
SWIFT PG270.0
OLED G89.5
PerformanceiOdyssey OLED G8 · +9.4
SWIFT PG270.0
OLED G89.4
ConnectivityiOdyssey OLED G8 · +8.4
SWIFT PG270.0
OLED G88.4
DesigniOdyssey OLED G8 · +9.0
SWIFT PG270.0
OLED G89.0
03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT
SWEET SPOTPREMIUM PICKBUDGET TIERPOOR VALUE$981$993$1,005$1,0178.98.99.0PRICE →SCORE ↑BEST DEALROG Swift PG27AQDMOdyssey OLED G8
SCORE PER $100 · RANKED
01ROG Swift PG27AQDM0.90BEST DEAL
02Odyssey OLED G80.89
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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

12 SPECS · ALL SHOWN
SPECS
ROG Swift PG27AQDM$9990W9.0
Odyssey OLED G8$9991W8.9
Portsi
1x DisplayPort 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x USB-B upstream, 2x USB 3.2 hub, 3.5mm audio
HDMI 2.1 x2, DP 1.4, USB-C
USB-C Power DeliveryWi
65 W
Stand Adjustmentsi
Height, tilt, and swivel adjustable (VESA 100x100)
Height / tilt / swivel
Screen SizeINi
26.5 in
32 in← BEST +21%
Resolutioni
2560x1440
3840 x 2160 (4K)
Panel Typei
WOLED
QD-OLED
BrightnessNITSiSAME
1,000 nits
1,000 nits
HDRiSAME
VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400
VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400
Color GamutiSAME
99% DCI-P3
99% DCI-P3
Adaptive Synci
G-Sync Compatible / FreeSync Premium
G-Sync Compatible / FreeSync Premium Pro
Refresh RateHZiSAME
240 Hz
240 Hz
Response TimeMSiSAME
0.03 ms
0.03 ms
ROW WINS
0
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05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

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THE ALL-ROUNDER
Best overall
ROG Swift PG27AQDMASUS9.0
ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT
Best total score across weighted category factors.
RUNNER-UP · Odyssey OLED G8 (8.9)
FOR VALUE SEEKERS
Best bang for buck
ROG Swift PG27AQDMASUS9.0
SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES
Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.
RUNNER-UP · Odyssey OLED G8 (0.9)
PRIORITY · GAMING PERFORMANCE
Best for gaming performance
ROG Swift PG27AQDMASUS9.5
GAMING PERFORMANCE WEIGHTEDCONF 91%
Best visible score in the gaming performance category group.
RUNNER-UP · Odyssey OLED G8 (0.0)
PRIORITY · DISPLAY
Best for display
Odyssey OLED G8SAMSUNG9.5
DISPLAY WEIGHTEDCONF 91%
Best visible score in the display category group.
RUNNER-UP · ROG Swift PG27AQDM (0.0)
06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF
#1ASUS0.0
ROG Swift PG27AQDM
A flat 27-inch 1440p WOLED gaming monitor running at 240Hz with a custom heatsink, exceptional motion clarity, and a premium ROG build.
Gaming Performance 9.5
Image Quality 9.0
Wins Refresh Rate
Wins Brightness
TRADE-OFFWOLED subpixel layout can fringe fine text
BEST OVERALLBest price →
#2SAMSUNG0.0
Odyssey OLED G8
A 32-inch 4K 240Hz QD-OLED that does it all: gaming speed, HDR brilliance, and a glare-free matte finish.
Display 9.5
Performance 9.4
Wins Screen Size
Wins USB-C Power Delivery
TRADE-OFFPremium price
BEST FOR DISPLAYBest price →
Still deciding? The ROG Swift PG27AQDM is the safest pick.
COMPOSITE 9.0/10 · WINS 5 OF 10 CATEGORIES
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ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor vs Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD): which is better?

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor is our overall pick, scoring 9.0/10 against 8.9/10 for the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) — a 1% edge. Current starting prices span $999. The score weighs category-specific monitors attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

  • ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor leads overall with a 9.0 total score.
  • ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor wins 3 comparable specs with a 28% weighted win rate.
  • Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) has the strongest high-impact advantage in Screen Size.
  • ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED MonitorWINNER 9.0/10

A flat 27-inch 1440p WOLED gaming monitor running at 240Hz with a custom heatsink, exceptional motion clarity, and a premium ROG build.

Pros

  • + 240Hz OLED with 0.03ms response and superb motion clarity
  • + Flat panel and standard 16:9 aspect ratio
  • + Custom heatsink helps sustained brightness and longevity
  • + 3-year warranty covers burn-in

Cons

  • WOLED subpixel layout can fringe fine text
  • Premium price versus comparable LCDs
  • Modest full-screen SDR brightness like most OLEDs

Best for: Competitive gamers wanting maximum motion clarity · Buyers who prefer a flat 16:9 OLED over an ultrawide · Players mixing fast esports and cinematic titles

The PG27AQDM is a benchmark 27-inch OLED gaming monitor. The 240Hz refresh combined with OLED response delivers some of the cleanest motion you can buy, and ASUS's cooling and 3-year burn-in warranty address the usual OLED concerns. It is expensive, and text…

Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)8.9/10

A 32-inch 4K 240Hz QD-OLED that does it all: gaming speed, HDR brilliance, and a glare-free matte finish.

Pros

  • + 4K 240Hz QD-OLED — speed and sharpness
  • + Excellent HDR with perfect blacks
  • + Glare-free matte coating
  • + Slim design with smart-TV apps

Cons

  • Premium price
  • OLED burn-in care needed
  • Single best for one use? It tries to do all

Best for: Gamers who also want 4K sharpness · HDR media and movies · One-monitor flagship setups

A do-everything OLED flagship: 4K sharpness, 240Hz speed, and superb HDR, with a glare-free finish. It is expensive and, like all OLEDs, needs basic burn-in care.

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor or Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific monitors specs, the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor scores highest overall (9.0/10, 0.1 points ahead of the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)?

The biggest measurable differences are Resolution, Screen Size, Panel Type. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor better value than the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)?

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM 27" 1440p 240Hz OLED Monitor starts around $999 and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) around $999. Weigh the score gap against the price gap: a small score lead rarely justifies a large premium unless it comes from the specs you personally care about.

Can I compare other monitors on ComparZone?

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