ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM
27″ QHD OLED · 240Hz · True 10-bit
Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD)
49″ Dual-QHD · Curved · QD-OLED
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM lands at 92 and Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD) at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM if…
- ✓QD-OLED with 1300-nit highlight peak
- ✓Built-in heatsink for sustained brightness
- ✓USB-C 90W power delivery
Pick Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD) if…
- ✓49″ ultrawide with QD-OLED
- ✓1800R curve
- ✓240 Hz native
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testGaming
TieRefresh rate, response time, motion clarity
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Picture quality
TieColor accuracy and HDR performance
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDMSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM more score per dollar ($999 vs $2,199).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM | Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD) |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 27″ QD-OLED | ▲ 49″ QD-OLED, 1800R |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 | ▲ 5120×1440 |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Response time | 0.03 ms (GtG) | — |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| Connectivity | 2× HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 DSC, USB-C 90W | 2× HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, USB hub |
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM
- +QD-OLED with 1300-nit highlight peak
- +Built-in heatsink for sustained brightness
- +USB-C 90W power delivery
- −QHD only, not 4K
- −Reflective screen
- −OSD joystick fiddly
Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD)
- +49″ ultrawide with QD-OLED
- +1800R curve
- +240 Hz native
- −Massive desk footprint
- −No DisplayPort 2.1
- −Auto-brightness limits HDR
FAQ: ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM vs Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD)
Which is better, ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM or Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD)? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM worth the price? +
At $999, ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in gaming.
Is Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD) worth the price? +
At $2,199, Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in gaming.
Does ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM or Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD) 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, ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM or Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED (G95SD)? +
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDM — more score per dollar ($999 vs $2,199). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.