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M27Q vs Odyssey OLED G8: which is better?

M27Q and Odyssey OLED G8 compared side by side across 12 specs and 9 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 12 SPECS · 9 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING
COMPARING
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MONITORS
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Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor
GIGABYTE
M27Q
$299
BEST VALUE
← TOP PICK
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)
SAMSUNG
Odyssey OLED G8
$999
BEST OVERALL
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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The Odyssey OLED G8 takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 8.9/10 — 0.6 ahead of the M27Q. Tightest race: connectivity, just 0.1 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 9 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY
GAMI
IMAG
COLO
CONN
ERGO
VALU
DISP
PERF
DESI
M27Q×6
Odyssey OLED G8×3
Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming MonitorBEST VALUE
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)BEST OVERALL
01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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246810GAMING PERFOR…IMAGE QUALITYCOLOR ACCURACYCONNECTIVITYERGONOMICSVALUEDISPLAYPERFORMANCEDESIGN
LARGEST GAPDisplay — Odyssey OLED G8 leads by 9.5
TIGHTESTConnectivity — only 0.1 between the top two
02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

M27QOLED G8
Gaming PerformanceiM27Q · +8.5
M27Q8.5
OLED G80.0
Image QualityiM27Q · +8.0
M27Q8.0
OLED G80.0
Color AccuracyiM27Q · +8.0
M27Q8.0
OLED G80.0
ConnectivityiM27Q · +0.1
M27Q8.5
OLED G88.4
ErgonomicsiM27Q · +6.0
M27Q6.0
OLED G80.0
ValueiM27Q · +1.3
M27Q9.5
OLED G88.2
DisplayiOdyssey OLED G8 · +9.5
M27Q0.0
OLED G89.5
PerformanceiOdyssey OLED G8 · +9.4
M27Q0.0
OLED G89.4
DesigniOdyssey OLED G8 · +9.0
M27Q0.0
OLED G89.0
03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT
SWEET SPOTPREMIUM PICKBUDGET TIERPOOR VALUE$324$541$758$9758.38.68.9PRICE →SCORE ↑BEST DEALM27QOdyssey OLED G8
SCORE PER $100 · RANKED
01M27Q2.78BEST DEAL
02Odyssey OLED G80.89
Map shows current starting prices · trends show tracked street prices. Check live deals before deciding.
04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

12 SPECS · ALL SHOWN
SPECS
M27Q$2990W8.3
Odyssey OLED G8$9995W8.9
Portsi
2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 1x USB-C (DP Alt Mode), 2x USB 3.0, 3.5mm audio
HDMI 2.1 x2, DP 1.4, USB-C
USB-C Power DeliveryWi
10 W
65 W← BEST +550%
Stand Adjustmentsi
Tilt-only (VESA 100x100)
Height / tilt / swivel
Screen SizeINi
27 in
32 in← BEST +19%
Resolutioni
2560x1440
3840 x 2160 (4K)
Panel Typei
IPS
QD-OLED
BrightnessNITSi
350 nits
1,000 nits← BEST +186%
HDRi
VESA DisplayHDR 400
VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400
Color Gamuti
92% DCI-P3
99% DCI-P3
Adaptive Synci
FreeSync Premium / G-Sync Compatible
G-Sync Compatible / FreeSync Premium Pro
Refresh RateHZi
170 Hz
240 Hz← BEST +41%
Response TimeMSi
0.5 ms
0.03 ms← 94% lower
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
Odyssey OLED G8SAMSUNG8.9
ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT
Best total score across weighted category factors.
RUNNER-UP · M27Q (8.3)
FOR VALUE SEEKERS
Best bang for buck
M27QGIGABYTE8.3
SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES
Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.
RUNNER-UP · Odyssey OLED G8 (0.9)
PRIORITY · DISPLAY
Best for display
Odyssey OLED G8SAMSUNG9.5
DISPLAY WEIGHTEDCONF 91%
Best visible score in the display category group.
RUNNER-UP · M27Q (0.0)
PRIORITY · PERFORMANCE
Best for performance
Odyssey OLED G8SAMSUNG9.4
PERFORMANCE WEIGHTEDCONF 90%
Best visible score in the performance category group.
RUNNER-UP · M27Q (0.0)
06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF
#2GIGABYTE0.0
M27Q
“A standout value 27-inch QHD 170Hz gaming monitor with an SS-IPS panel, KVM switch, and USB-C, punching well above its price.”
Value 9.5
Gaming Performance 8.5
TRADE-OFFTilt-only stand with no height or swivel adjustment
BEST VALUEBest price →
#1SAMSUNG0.0
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 Refresh Rate
Wins Screen Size
TRADE-OFFPremium price
BEST OVERALLBest price →
Still deciding? The Odyssey OLED G8 is the safest pick.
COMPOSITE 8.9/10 · WINS 3 OF 9 CATEGORIES
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Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor vs Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD): which is better?

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) is our overall pick, scoring 8.9/10 against 8.3/10 for the Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor — a 7% edge. Current starting prices span $299–$999. The score weighs category-specific monitors attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

  • Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) leads overall with a 8.9 total score.
  • Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) wins 5 comparable specs with a 44% weighted win rate.
  • Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) has the strongest high-impact advantage in Refresh Rate.
  • Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor8.3/10

A standout value 27-inch QHD 170Hz gaming monitor with an SS-IPS panel, KVM switch, and USB-C, punching well above its price.

Pros

  • + Excellent 1440p/170Hz performance for the price
  • + Built-in KVM switch and USB-C with DP Alt Mode
  • + Wide ~92% DCI-P3 color coverage
  • + rev. 2.0 RGB panel fixes earlier text-clarity issue

Cons

  • − Tilt-only stand with no height or swivel adjustment
  • − DisplayHDR 400 is entry-level HDR at best
  • − USB-C delivers only 10W of power

Best for: Budget-minded 1440p gamers · Users wanting a KVM and single-cable laptop docking · First high-refresh monitor upgrades

“For shoppers who want fast 1440p gaming without spending OLED money, the M27Q remains the default value pick. The rev. 2.0 RGB panel fixes the text-clarity gripe, and the KVM plus USB-C make it more useful as a do-everything desktop monitor than most…”

Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)WINNER 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, Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor or Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific monitors specs, the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) scores highest overall (8.9/10, 0.6 points ahead of the Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor). 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 Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD)?

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

Is the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) better value than the Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor?

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) starts around $999 and the Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor around $299. 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?

Yes — ComparZone supports dynamic comparison pages for any 2 to 4 monitors from the same category, with verified specs, transparent scores, and live prices. See the related comparisons below or build your own from the category page.

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