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Samsung 27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60

Samsung 27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60 Review & Specifications

27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60 by Samsung from the Odyssey OLED G6 series, is a 26.50″ QD-OLED monitor with a resolution of 2560 × 1440 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 360 Hz. It supports a 10-bit color depth (true 10-bit panel without FRC), displays up to 1073741824 colors, and offers the following color space coverage: 99.00% DCI-P3 . The panel delivers 250 nits of brightness, and can reach up to 1000 nits peak, has a static contrast ratio of 1000000:1, a response time of 0.03 ms, with an input lag of 2.10 ms. The panel is manufactured by Samsung. It has a pixel density of 110 PPI, with viewing angles of 178 ° (degrees)° horizontal and 178 ° (degrees)° vertical. The screen covers 91.04% of the front surface. It has a Anti-glare/Matte screen coating and uses self-emissive QD-OLED technology, which does not require a backlight. Typical power consumption is 31.00 W, with a maximum of 140.00 W.

General Work Usage

The Samsung 27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60 delivers a modest 64.8% productivity score, making it suitable for casual or part-time work tasks like email, browsing, or occasional document editing. It utilizes an QD-OLED panel offering high visual fidelity and rich contrast. While these panels excel in contrast, black levels, and color richness, they are prone to issues such as burn-in when static elements remain on screen for extended periods — a common scenario in office work with persistent UI components. Additionally, OLED panels may struggle to maintain full-screen brightness over time and can exhibit lower peak brightness compared to high-end IPS displays, reducing comfort in well-lit work environments. The monitor’s high resolution of 2560×1440 delivers sufficient screen space for most productivity tasks, though less than ultra-wide or 4K displays. The pixel density of 110 ppi provides adequately crisp text without requiring scaling, though pixel edges may become noticeable when sitting close or working with fine content. With a brightness level of 250 nits, this monitor may appear dim in bright office settings, making it less suitable for environments with strong ambient light.

The Samsung 27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60 has color space coverage of: 99.00% DCI-P3 , which gives this monitor exceptional color gamut coverage, making it a top-tier choice for professionals working in color-sensitive applications such as photo editing (Photoshop, Lightroom), video grading, or design production. Colors appear rich, consistent, and accurate across supported spaces. In addition, it features a true 10-bit panel, delivering extremely smooth gradients, precise tonal transitions, and a wide dynamic range. This combination ensures the highest standard for professional visual work.

The work performance-per-price score of 18.4% indicates that this monitor does not offer strong value for professional productivity use. Given both the modest work suitability score and weak value proposition, there are likely better alternatives in the same price class.

Gaming and Media Usage

The Samsung 27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60 achieves an outstanding 88.9% entertainment score, making it an excellent choice for immersive gaming, high-quality video playback, and fast-paced visual experiences. It utilizes an QD-OLED panel — a top-tier choice for gaming and media consumption. OLED technology delivers near-instantaneous pixel response, infinite contrast, and rich color vibrancy, making it ideal for cinematic content and fast-paced gameplay. However, OLED panels come with a few quirks: they are susceptible to burn-in from static HUD elements, may suffer from Automatic Brightness Limiting (ABL) in full-brightness scenes, and can have lower sustained brightness compared to premium LCDs — especially in well-lit environments. The monitor’s high resolution of 2560×1440 strikes a good balance between image sharpness and system performance, making it suitable for most gaming scenarios without overly taxing the GPU. The monitor features an ultra-high refresh rate of 360 Hz, ideal for competitive gaming, fast-paced shooters, and high-FPS esports titles, complemented by an exceptional 0.03 ms response time for minimal input lag and virtually no motion blur.

The monitor offers excellent ergonomic capabilities, allowing for highly customizable positioning that supports long, comfortable usage sessions across both work and entertainment, and includes basic connectivity options, suitable for casual or single-device setups.

Specific ergonomic adjustments and connectivity details can be found in the specifications section below.

Performance per Price

The gaming performance-per-price score of 17.7% indicates that this monitor does not offer strong value for gaming-focused users. Its respectable gaming suitability rating of 88.9% may still justify the price for certain use cases, though better-valued options exist.

With a performance-per-price score of just 21.6%, this monitor does not offer strong value in its category. Its decent quality rating of 76.1 pts gives it a reasonable edge for specific use cases — but better-priced alternatives may exist.

Monitor Information

ManufacturerSamsung
Monitor Model27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60
Monitor SeriesOdyssey OLED G6
Panel ManufacturerSamsung
Current Price Amazon $704
Amazon Price Updated 1 day, 20 hours ago.
Launch Date2 years, 6 months ago.
Monitor AvailableTrue
Panel Size / Type26.50" / QD-OLED
Resolution2560 x 1440 pixels, Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
Refresh Rate / Response Time360 Hz / 0.03 ms
Brightness / Contrast 250 - 1000 nits / 1000000:1
Color Depth / Coverage 10-bit / DCI-P3: 99.00%
Pixel Density110 PPI
Viewing Angles178 ° (degrees)° / 178 ° (degrees)°
Screen Ratio / Curvature Screen-to-Body Ratio: 91.04% , Flat screen
Backlight / Coating
Anti-glare/Matte
Power Consumption Typical: 31.00 W , Max: 140.00 W

Performance and Features Evaluation (Max 100 pts)

Calculated Performance and Performance per Price Scores

Additional Features and Information

Connectivity1 x USB 3.2 (Type-B; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; upstream), 2 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream; one for service), 2 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out
Ergonomic Adjustments Height Adjustment , Pivot , Swivel , Tilt , VESA Mount (100x100mm)
Included AccessoriesDisplayPort cable, HDMI cable
Additional FeaturesAdaptive-Sync technology, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Auto Source Switch+, Black Equalizer, Contrast Enhancer, Eye Saver Mode, Flicker-free technology, HDR Tone Mapping, Infinity Core Lighting+, Low Blue Light, Panel Care, Picture-by-Picture, Picture-in-Picture, Picture Modes, Samsung OLED Safeguard+, Screen Fit, Ultrawide Game View, Virtual Aim Point

27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60 Compared to Monitors with Similar Performance and Features

Monitor Quality & Features per Price Table

Brand Monitor (Desc) Price (Desc) Work (Desc) Play (Desc) Overall (Desc) Work/$ (Desc) Game/$ (Desc) Overall/$ (Desc)
BenQ
PD2705U
$676 | 0.0%
87.7%
66.1%
76.4%
25.9%
13.7%
22.6%
BenQ
PD2705UA
$370❗ | 0.0%
87.7%
66.1%
76.4%
47.4%
25.0%
41.3%
ViewSonic
VX3267U-4K
$330 | ↑ 0.0%
85.1%
68.6%
76.6%
51.6%
29.1%
46.4%
Samsung
49” Business Curved Ultrawide Dual QHD …
$952 | ↑ 19.0%
76.6%
74.1%
76.5%
16.1%
10.9%
16.1%
LG
27GS95QE
$649 | ↓ -16.9%
65.0%
88.3%
76.0%
20.0%
19.0%
23.4%
Samsung
27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60
$704 | ↑ 1.2%
64.8%
88.9%
76.1%
18.4%
17.7%
21.6%
Alienware
Alienware AW2725DF
$599 | ↓ -4.5%
64.1%
90.4%
76.0%
21.4%
21.1%
25.4%
Alienware
Alienware AW2725DF
$599 | ↓ -4.5%
64.1%
90.4%
76.0%
21.4%
21.1%
25.4%
Alienware
Alienware AW3425DW
$800 | ↑ 30.1%
64.1%
90.4%
76.0%
16.0%
15.8%
19.0%

Monitor Comparison and Detail Specifications Table

Specification
PD2705U
BenQ PD2705U
PD2705UA
BenQ PD2705UA
VX3267U-4K
ViewSonic VX3267U-4K
49” Business Curved Ultrawide Dual QHD S49C954U
Samsung 49” Business Curved Ultrawide Dual QHD …
27GS95QE
LG 27GS95QE
27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60
Samsung 27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60
Alienware AW2725DF
Alienware Alienware AW2725DF
Alienware AW2725DF
Alienware Alienware AW2725DF
Alienware AW3425DW
Alienware Alienware AW3425DW
Perf Chart
Price
$676 | 0.0%
$370❗ | 0.0%
$330 | ↑ 0.0%
$952 | ↑ 19.0%
$649 | ↓ -16.9%
$704 | ↑ 1.2%
$599 | ↓ -4.5%
$599 | ↓ -4.5%
$800 | ↑ 30.1%
Brand BenQ BenQ ViewSonic Samsung LG Samsung Alienware Alienware Alienware
Size / Type 27.00" / IPS 27.00" / IPS 31.50" / IPS 49.00" / VA 26.50" / OLED 26.50" / QD-OLED 26.50" / QD-OLED 26.50" / QD-OLED 34.18" / QD-OLED
Resolution 3840 × 2160 3840 × 2160 3840 × 2160 5120 × 1440 2560 × 1440 2560 × 1440 2560 × 1440 2560 × 1440 3440 × 1440
Hz / Response 60 Hz / 5.00 ms 60 Hz / 5.00 ms 75 Hz / 4.00 ms 120 Hz / 4.00 ms 240 Hz / 0.03 ms 360 Hz / 0.03 ms 360 Hz / 0.03 ms 360 Hz / 0.03 ms 240 Hz / 0.03 ms
Nits / Contrast 250 nits / 1200:1 250 nits / 1200:1 350 nits / 1000:1 350 nits / 3000:1 275 nits / 1500000:1 250 nits / 1000000:1 250 nits / 1500000:1 250 nits / 1500000:1 250 nits / 1500000:1
Color / Coverage 10-bit / sRGB: 99.00% 10-bit / sRGB: 99.00% 10-bit / Adobe RGB: 83.00% 10-bit / DCI-P3: 92.00% 10-bit / DCI-P3: 98.50% 10-bit / DCI-P3: 99.00% 10-bit / DCI-P3: 99.30% 10-bit / DCI-P3: 99.30% 10-bit / DCI-P3: 99.30%
Pixel Density 163 PPI 163 PPI 140 PPI 109 PPI 108 PPI 110 PPI 110 PPI 110 PPI 109 PPI
Curvature Flat Flat Flat 1000R Flat Flat Flat Flat 1800R
Backlight W-LED W-LED W-LED W-LED None None None None None
Coating Anti-glare/Matte Anti-glare/Matte Anti-glare/Matte (3H) Anti-glare/Matte Anti-glare/Matte (3H) Anti-glare/Matte Anti-glare/Matte Anti-glare/Matte Anti-glare/Matte
Speakers 2 x 2.5 W (watts) 2 x 2.5 W (watts) 2 x 2.5 W (watts) 2 x 5 W (watts)
HDR HDR10 HDR10 HDR10 No data HDR10, DisplayHDR 400 True Black No data No data No data No data
Local Dimming
Power Typical: 27.50W , Max: 152.00W Typical: 27.50W , Max: 152.00W Typical: 44.00W , Max: 47.00W Typical: 41.00W , Max: 210.00W No data Typical: 31.00W , Max: 140.00W Typical: 27.60W , Max: 130.00W Typical: 27.60W , Max: 130.00W Typical: 36.70W , Max: 190.00W
Panel Brand LG Display No data No data No data LG Display Samsung Samsung Samsung Samsung

Monitor Specifications Table

Brand Monitor (Desc) Size Resolution Panel Type Bright. Contrast Depth Hz Resp. Curvature
BenQ
PD2705U
27.00" 3840 × 2160 IPS 250 nits 1200 : 1 10-bit 60 Hz 5.00 ms Flat
BenQ
PD2705UA
27.00" 3840 × 2160 IPS 250 nits 1200 : 1 10-bit 60 Hz 5.00 ms Flat
ViewSonic
VX3267U-4K
31.50" 3840 × 2160 IPS 350 nits 1000 : 1 10-bit 75 Hz 4.00 ms Flat
Samsung
49” Business Curved Ultrawide Dual QHD …
49.00" 5120 × 1440 VA 350 nits 3000 : 1 10-bit 120 Hz 4.00 ms 1000 mm
LG
27GS95QE
26.50" 2560 × 1440 OLED 275 nits 1500000 : 1 10-bit 240 Hz 0.03 ms Flat
Samsung
27” Odyssey OLED G6 S27DG60
26.50" 2560 × 1440 QD-OLED 250 nits 1000000 : 1 10-bit 360 Hz 0.03 ms Flat
Alienware
Alienware AW2725DF
26.50" 2560 × 1440 QD-OLED 250 nits 1500000 : 1 10-bit 360 Hz 0.03 ms Flat
Alienware
Alienware AW2725DF
26.50" 2560 × 1440 QD-OLED 250 nits 1500000 : 1 10-bit 360 Hz 0.03 ms Flat
Alienware
Alienware AW3425DW
34.18" 3440 × 1440 QD-OLED 250 nits 1500000 : 1 10-bit 240 Hz 0.03 ms 1800 mm

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