Samsung
Samsung Odyssey G6 27" 500Hz OLED
The Samsung Odyssey G6 27" 500Hz OLED lands as a strong 1440p monitor, built around 500 Hz.
83/100
500 HzQD-OLED0.03 msDisplayHDR True Black 5002560x144016:9
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Why we rate it
- G-Sync
- FreeSync
- Above-average refresh rate
- Above-average peak brightness
- Below-average displayport
Score profile
Scored against the 1440p monitors classWhere the Samsung Odyssey G6 27" 500Hz OLED wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Size27 "
Resolution2560
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeQD-OLED
Pixel density109 ppi
Refresh rate500 Hz
Response time0.03 ms
Peak brightness1000 nits
HDR and contrast
HDR certificationDisplayHDR True Black 500
Contrast ratio1000000
Ports
HDMI ports2
HDMI version2.1
DisplayPort1
Gaming features
G-SyncYes
FreeSyncYes
Ergonomics
VESA mountVESA
More specs
Weight6.9 kg
Color depth bit10
Dci p3 coverage99 %
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowSamsung Odyssey G6 27" 500Hz OLED vs LG LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A
Samsung Odyssey G6 27" 500Hz OLEDLG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A
| SamsungSamsung Odyssey G6 27" 500Hz OLEDThis page | LGLG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790A | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 83 /100Better | 81 /100 |
| Refresh | 500 HzBetter | 480 Hz |
| Size | 27 " | 27 " |
| Panel type | QD-OLED | WOLED |
| Response | 0.03 ms | 0.03 ms |
| HDR certified | DisplayHDR True Black 500 | HDR 400 |
| Peak | 1000 nits | 1300 nitsBetter |
Who it's for
Is the Samsung Odyssey G6 27" 500Hz OLED right for you?
Buy it if
Made for the living room
Anyone building a living-room setup who want a 1440p monitor that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need the brightest, sharpest panel, in which case a higher-tier 1440p monitor is the better call.
Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
excellent
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Samsung Odyssey G6 27" 500Hz OLED worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 83/100 against other 1440p monitors, a strong result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the Samsung Odyssey G6 27" 500Hz OLED?
Its g-sync stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B?
The LG UltraGear OLED GX7 27GX790B scores 86/100 versus this one at 83/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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