ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" vs Samsung Odyssey G9 49"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27"
26.5" · 2560×1440 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 79cm
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| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" 2024 | Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 26.5" | 48.7" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 | 5120×1440 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 111 (Better) | 109 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 79cm (Better) | 80cm |
| Panel Type | OLED | VA |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 32:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 480 Hz (Better) | 240 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG (Better) | 1 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 1000 |
| SDR Brightness | 250 nits | 420 nits (Better) |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1300 nits (Better) | 1000 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 (Better) | 1:2,500 |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 2x DP · USB Hub |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 135% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 96% (Better) | sRGB 125% · DCI-P3 95% · Adobe RGB 92% |
| Year | 2024 (Better) | 2020 |
Summary
The ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" has higher pixel density (111 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" allows sitting closer (79cm) while maintaining retina quality.
The Samsung Odyssey G9 49" offers a larger 48.7" display for more immersive viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" or Samsung Odyssey G9 49"?
The ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" has 111 PPI compared to 109 PPI for the Samsung Odyssey G9 49".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" requires 79cm vs 80cm for the Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 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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