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Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)

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Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)

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Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A) vs Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)

Why is Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A) better than Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)?

• 983.3 million more display colors?1000 millionvs16.7 million
• 2.5x higher static contrast ratio?2500:1vs1000:1
• 53W lower power consumption on operation?25W vs78W
• Supports HDR10?
• EU energy label?FvsG
• 3.4 kg lighter?4.5 kgvs7.9 kg

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Why is Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A) better than Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)?

• 2.25x higher resolution?3840 x 2160 pxvs2560 x 1440 px
• 44.04% higher pixel density?157 ppivs109 ppi
• 150 nits brighter?400 nitsvs250 nits
• Supports PiP and PaP?
• 1 more HDMI ports?2vs1
• Newer HDMI version?HDMI 2.1vsHDMI 2.0
• 1 more USB ports?1vs0

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Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)

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Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)

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Display

Display type

VA, LCD, LED-backlit

IPS, LCD, LED-backlit

The type of technology used in the display.response time

1 ms

1 ms

Response time is how long it takes for a display to change the state of pixels, in order to show new content. The less time it takes to respond, the less likely it is to blur fast-changing images.screen size

27"

28"

The size of the screen (measured diagonally).resolution

2560 x 1440 px

3840 x 2160 px

Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.pixel density

109 ppi

157 ppi

Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.Adaptive synchronization

AMD FreeSync

AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Nvidia G-Sync Compatible

The type of adaptive synchronization technology supported.has anti-glare coating✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)Anti-glare helps to reduce the external reflections of light coming from outside the display.refresh rate

144Hz

144Hz

The frequency at which the display is refreshed (1 Hz = once per second). A higher refresh rate results in smoother UI animations and video playback.maximum horizontal viewing angle

178º

178º

Horizontal viewing angle is the maximum angle at which a display can be viewed with acceptable visual performance.+ Show more +

General info

Type

Gaming

Gaming

The type of monitor.supports total tilt✔Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✔Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)Total tilt adjustment is the ability for the monitor head to move up and down. Tilt adjustment enables a user to change the viewing position of the display, creating a more comfortable view of the screen.Has a swivel stand✔Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✔Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)A swivel stand allows you to adjust the position of the display left or right, so you can position it to the desired angle.Supports VESA mount✔Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✔Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)The VESA mount is a standard used by most manufacturers. A device that supports the VESA mount can be mounted on many different supports, from arms to wall mounts.height

382.8 mm

379.9 mm

The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.width

614.6 mm

636.9 mm

The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.thickness

120 mm

122.1 mm

The thickness (or depth) of the product.weight

4.5 kg

7.9 kg

We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.supports portrait mode✔Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✔Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)The screen can be turned into portrait mode which is better to view isolated images like documents, photos, etc.+ Show more +

Colors

brightness (typical)

250 nits

400 nits

A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.supports color calibration✔Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✔Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)A properly calibrated screen represents colors as they are and i.e. you can conduct a photo shoot while verifying your photos in real time. An internal sensor and/or colorimeter is usually included for trouble-free calibration.display colors

1000 million

16.7 million

Number of colors that a display can accurately reproduce.bit depth

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8-bit

Bit depth is the number of bits used to indicate the color of a single pixel. The more bits, the more color range a panel displays. An 8-bit panel uses 256 levels per channel and displays 16.7 million colors, while a 10-bit one reaches 1024 and displays 1.07 billion colors.contrast ratio

2500:1

1000:1

Contrast ratio is the visual distance between the lightest and the darkest colors that may be reproduced on the display. A high contrast ratio is desired, resulting in richer dark colors and more distinctive color gradation.Adobe RGB coverage

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This shows the percentage of Adobe RGB covered by the device.sRGB coverage

99%

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The percentage of the sRGB color space that the device covers. sRGB is an RGB color space that HP and Microsoft created to use on monitors, printers, and the Web.

Connectivity

HDMI ports

1

2

More HDMI ports mean that you can simultaneously connect numerous devices, such as video game consoles and set-top boxes.supports Thunderbolt✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)Thunderbolt is a connection over cable that carries both data and display signals over a single cable, while simultaneously providing power.DisplayPort outputs

1

1

Allows you to connect to a display using DisplayPort.DisplayPort version

DisplayPort 1.2

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DisplayPort is an audio and video interface. Newer versions have higher bandwidth, which supports increased resolutions and frame rates. has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack✔Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✔Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.has a DVI connector✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)Devices that have a DVI connector (usually computers and notebooks) can be connected to the TV set.USB ports

0

1

With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices.Has USB Type-C✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.HDMI version

HDMI 2.0

HDMI 2.1

Newer versions of HDMI support higher bandwidth, which allows for higher resolutions and frame rates.+ Show more +

Power

operating power consumption

25W

78W

How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.power consumption in standby mode

0.3W

0.3W

The power consumption in standby mode, also called energy-saving mode, measures the amount of power the device consumes when shut down but still plugged in.annual power consumption

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48 kWh

The more power per year a device consumes, the less energy efficient it is, making it more costly over time.

Features

supports PiP and PaP✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✔Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)Devices supporting PiP and PaP - Picture in Picture can show two images from different sources at the same time by splitting the viewing window or creating a smaller window inside the bigger image.has stereo speakers✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.has built-in smart TV✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)Devices with built-in smart TV features (such as Android TV or webOS) allow you to access popular streaming apps without the need to purchase/connect a separate smart TV device.has a remote control✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)A remote control allows you to control the device remotely. The remote control can be included or optional.supports Dolby Digital✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)If the device supports Dolby Digital it can deliver up to six different audio channels (sides) for a much better sound quality.supports Dolby Digital Plus✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)If a device supports Dolby Digital Plus it can deliver up to fourteen different audio channels (sides) with improved bitrates, for a much better sound quality.has DTS Surround✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)DTS Surround is a high-quality audio codec that supports up to six audio channels, with good bitrates and audio quality.has an ambient light sensor✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)An ambient light sensor adjusts the luminance of the device according to the amount of natural light that surrounds it.has a front camera✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)A front camera, also called secondary camera, can be used for video chats/selfies.+ Show more +

Miscellaneous

has an HDMI output✔Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✔Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)You can output high definition video and audio to a display. This could be through an HDMI port, Mini HDMI port, or a USB-C port that supports HDMI.supports HDR10✔Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)HDR10 is an HDR (high dynamic range) video technology. Compared to standard dynamic range (SDR) video, HDR10 video has greater contrast and color depth, resulting in more realistic images.height adjustment range

12 cm

12 cm

Devices with height adjustment provide a full range of height possibilities resulting in maximum comfort.Has a curved display

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✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)A curved screen is designed to better fill a user's field of vision, giving the viewer a sense of being immersed in the image. As our eyes have a natural curvature, these displays can also help to reduce eye strain.supports USB recording✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)USB recording is the capacity of the device to record content into plugged in USB devices.is DLNA-certified✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)All DLNA-certified products are compatible with one another. When different devices are connected to the same network, data can be transferred easily between them.audio input ports

0

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More audio input ports mean that more audio devices such as microphones and keyboards can be connected at once.has a sleep timer✔Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✔Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.has an external memory slot✖Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)✖Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)The device has a standard memory slot (such as an SD or micro SD card slot) that enables you to extend the built-in internal storage with affordable memory modules, or easily retrieve data, such as photographs, from the memory card.

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Samsung Odyssey G5 27" (G50A)

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Samsung Odyssey G7 28" (G70A)

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