ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" vs Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G80SD 32"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G80SD 32"
31.5" · 3840×2160 · QD-OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 62cm
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| Specification | ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 2023 | Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G80SD 32" 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27" | 31.5" (Better) |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 3840×2160 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 163 (Better) | 140 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 54cm (Better) | 62cm |
| Panel Type | IPS | QD-OLED |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 240 Hz (Better) |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | None | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Response Time | 5 ms GTG | 0.0 ms GTG (Better) |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| SDR Brightness | 350 nits (Better) | 250 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 1000 nits (Better) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000 | 1:1,000,000 (Better) |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 2x DP · USB-C · USB Hub | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 96 W | — |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 99% (Better) | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 98% |
| Year | 2023 | 2024 (Better) |
Summary
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" has higher pixel density (163 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" allows sitting closer (54cm) while maintaining retina quality.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G80SD 32" offers a larger 31.5" display for more immersive viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" or Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G80SD 32"?
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" has 163 PPI compared to 140 PPI for the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G80SD 32".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" requires 54cm vs 62cm for the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G80SD 32" 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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