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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 OLED G9 wins by 12
Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 — 49″ · 5120x1440 OLED · 240Hz
Samsung

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9

49″ · 5120x1440 OLED · 240Hz

94
/ 100
From $2,199
Specdex verdict

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, HP Z27k G3 lands at 82 and Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 at 94. That puts Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 ahead by 12 points — a decisive 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 OLED 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 OLED G9

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 leads on hdr (92 vs 62).

Value for money

HP Z27k G3

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

HP Z27k G3 more score per dollar ($999 vs $2,199).

HP Z27k G3 82
vs
94 Samsung Odyssey OLED G9

Score breakdown

HP Z27k G3
82
color 82
motion 72
hdr 62
features 80
Samsung Odyssey OLED G9
94
color 94
motion 96
hdr 92
features 92

Specs side-by-side

HP Z27k G3 versus Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 — full spec comparison
Spec HP Z27k G3 Samsung Odyssey OLED G9
Panel
4K IPS
5120x1440 OLED
Size
27"
49"
Refresh
60Hz
▲ 240Hz
Release year
2021
2023

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 OLED 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 OLED G9

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

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 12. 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 OLED G9 worth the price? +

At $2,199, Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in motion.

Does HP Z27k G3 or Samsung Odyssey OLED 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 OLED G9? +

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 — leads on hdr (92 vs 62). Color accuracy and HDR performance.

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

HP Z27k G3 — more score per dollar ($999 vs $2,199). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.