AOC U27G4R 27" vs Samsung Space 27"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Advantages of AOC U27G4R 27"
| Specification | AOC U27G4R 27" | Samsung Space 27" |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 2560×1440 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 163 | 109 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 54cm | 80cm |
| Refresh Rate | 160 Hz | 144 Hz |
| SDR Brightness | 400 nits | 250 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 124.7% · DCI-P3 95.9% · Adobe RGB 93.4% | sRGB 97% |
| Year | 2024 | 2019 |
Advantages of Samsung Space 27"
| Specification | AOC U27G4R 27" | Samsung Space 27" |
|---|---|---|
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000 | 1:3,000 |
Identical
| Specification | AOC U27G4R 27" | Samsung Space 27" |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27" | 27" |
| Panel Type | IPS | VA |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | G-SYNC Compatible | FreeSync |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms MPRT | 4 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR 400 | None |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 1x DP |
Summary
Sharpness: advantage AOC U27G4R 27"
At 65cm, the AOC U27G4R 27" is retina (163 PPI) while the Samsung Space 27" is not — you need to sit at least 80cm away for pixel-free viewing.
Brightness: advantage AOC U27G4R 27"
The AOC U27G4R 27" is 60% brighter in SDR (400 vs 250 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 400 vs 250 nits.
All specifications
| Specification | AOC U27G4R 27" 2024 | Samsung Space 27" 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 (Better) | 2560×1440 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 163 (Better) | 109 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 54cm (Better) | 80cm |
| Panel Type | IPS | VA |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 160 Hz (Better) | 144 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | G-SYNC Compatible | FreeSync |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms MPRT | 4 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR 400 | None |
| SDR Brightness | 400 nits (Better) | 250 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits (Better) | 250 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000 | 1:3,000 (Better) |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 1x DP |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 124.7% · DCI-P3 95.9% · Adobe RGB 93.4% (Better) | sRGB 97% |
| Year | 2024 (Better) | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: AOC U27G4R 27" or Samsung Space 27"?
The AOC U27G4R 27" has 163 PPI compared to 109 PPI for the Samsung Space 27".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The AOC U27G4R 27" requires 54cm vs 80cm for the Samsung Space 27" to reach retina quality.
Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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