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Samsung Odyssey G9 — 49″ · 5120x1440 QLED · 240Hz
Samsung

Samsung Odyssey G9

49″ · 5120x1440 QLED · 240Hz

86
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
BenQ SW272U wins by 2
BenQ SW272U — 27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz
BenQ

BenQ SW272U

27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz

88
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict

BenQ SW272U takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung Odyssey G9 lands at 86 and BenQ SW272U at 88. That puts BenQ SW272U ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Samsung Odyssey G9 if…

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

Pick BenQ SW272U 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

Tie

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

BenQ SW272U

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

BenQ SW272U more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $1,699).

Samsung Odyssey G9 86
vs
88 BenQ SW272U

Score breakdown

Samsung Odyssey G9
86
color 86
motion 96
hdr 62
features 84
BenQ SW272U
88
color 88
motion 72
hdr 62
features 86

Specs side-by-side

Samsung Odyssey G9 versus BenQ SW272U — full spec comparison
Spec Samsung Odyssey G9 BenQ SW272U
Panel
5120x1440 QLED
4K IPS AdobeRGB
Size
49"
27"
Refresh
▲ 240Hz
60Hz
Release year
2020
2024

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

BenQ SW272U

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: Samsung Odyssey G9 vs BenQ SW272U

Which is better, Samsung Odyssey G9 or BenQ SW272U? +

BenQ SW272U scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Samsung Odyssey G9 worth the price? +

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

Is BenQ SW272U worth the price? +

At $1,199, BenQ SW272U delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in color.

Does Samsung Odyssey G9 or BenQ SW272U 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 the better value, Samsung Odyssey G9 or BenQ SW272U? +

BenQ SW272U — more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $1,699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.