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HP Z27k G3 — 27″ · 4K IPS · 60Hz
HP

HP Z27k G3

27″ · 4K IPS · 60Hz

82
/ 100
From $999
VS
Samsung Odyssey G9 wins by 4
Samsung Odyssey G9 — 49″ · 5120x1440 QLED · 240Hz
Samsung

Samsung Odyssey G9

49″ · 5120x1440 QLED · 240Hz

86
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Samsung Odyssey G9 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HP Z27k G3 lands at 82 and Samsung Odyssey G9 at 86. That puts Samsung Odyssey G9 ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick HP Z27k G3 if…

  • ✓Current panel tech
  • ✓Strong factory calibration
  • ✓Modern connectivity

Pick Samsung Odyssey G9 if…

  • ✓Current panel tech
  • ✓Strong factory calibration
  • ✓Modern connectivity
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Samsung Odyssey G9

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Samsung Odyssey G9 leads on color (86 vs 82).

Value for money

HP Z27k G3

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HP Z27k G3 more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,699).

HP Z27k G3 82
vs
86 Samsung Odyssey G9

Score breakdown

HP Z27k G3
82
color 82
motion 72
hdr 62
features 80
Samsung Odyssey G9
86
color 86
motion 96
hdr 62
features 84

Specs side-by-side

HP Z27k G3 versus Samsung Odyssey G9 — full spec comparison
Spec HP Z27k G3 Samsung Odyssey G9
Panel
4K IPS
5120x1440 QLED
Size
27"
49"
Refresh
60Hz
▲ 240Hz
Release year
2021
2020

HP Z27k G3

Pros
  • +Current panel tech
  • +Strong factory calibration
  • +Modern connectivity
Cons
  • −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
  • −HDR varies by model
  • −OLED burn-in risk

Samsung Odyssey G9

Pros
  • +Current panel tech
  • +Strong factory calibration
  • +Modern connectivity
Cons
  • −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
  • −HDR varies by model
  • −OLED burn-in risk

FAQ: HP Z27k G3 vs Samsung Odyssey G9

Which is better, HP Z27k G3 or Samsung Odyssey G9? +

Samsung Odyssey G9 scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is HP Z27k G3 worth the price? +

At $999, HP Z27k G3 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in color.

Is Samsung Odyssey G9 worth the price? +

At $1,699, Samsung Odyssey G9 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in motion.

Does HP Z27k G3 or Samsung Odyssey G9 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for picture quality, HP Z27k G3 or Samsung Odyssey G9? +

Samsung Odyssey G9 — leads on color (86 vs 82). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

Which is the better value, HP Z27k G3 or Samsung Odyssey G9? +

HP Z27k G3 — more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.