ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor vs Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide
ASUS ProArt PA279CRV vs Samsung Odyssey G9: It is a toss-up, take the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor. Neither one leads on more specs than the...
The Ruling
ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor or Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide? It is a toss-up — take the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor.
Neither one leads on more of the chart than the other: the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor takes Screen Space, the Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide takes Refresh Rate. With the trade even, $845.02 is the tiebreaker, and the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor is the cheaper side of it.
Unless…
- You need refresh rate — get the Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide.
At a Glance
Where each one actually leads
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor | Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Space | 10/10 | 8.9/10 |
| Refresh Rate | 2.5/10 | 10/10 |
| Connectivity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Value | 10/10 | 3.5/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor
Display option aimed at creator desks, gameplay viewing, and multi-purpose editing or streaming setups.
On paper the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor takes resolution (4K). It gives up refresh rate to the Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide. It is the cheaper of the two, by $845.02.
Leads on
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Resolution4K5120x1440
Higher resolution means more screen space for OBS, chat, and alerts.
Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide
Display option aimed at creator desks, gameplay viewing, and multi-purpose editing or streaming setups.
On paper the Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide takes refresh rate (240Hz, +180Hz). It gives up resolution to the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor. That costs $845.02 more than the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor.
Leads on
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Refresh Rate +180Hz240Hz60Hz
Higher refresh rate makes gameplay smoother on your gaming monitor.
Where they’re identical
These 4 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Connection Type hdmi, displayport
- HDMI Ports 2
- DisplayPort Ports 1
- Panel Type IPS
The Record
7 specs, grouped by area
A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.
Bottom Line
Who each one is for
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor and Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide?
The largest gap is refresh rate, where the Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide leads — 240Hz against 60Hz. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 2 specs. They match on 4 specs, including connection type, HDMI ports and displayport ports. Two monitors from ASUS and Samsung, each taking a different approach to color accuracy and screen real estate.
Which is better for streaming, ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor or Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide?
It is a toss-up — take the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor. Neither one leads on more of the chart than the other: the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor takes Screen Space, the Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide takes Refresh Rate. With the trade even, $845.02 is the tiebreaker, and the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor is the cheaper side of it.
What do the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor and Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide have in common?
Both share 4 specifications in the catalog, including connection type (hdmi, displayport), HDMI ports (2), displayport ports (1) and panel type (IPS). None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.
Is the Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide worth the extra $845 over the ASUS ProArt PA279CRV 27" 4K Pro Monitor?
The Samsung Odyssey G9 49" 240Hz Ultrawide costs $1,299.99 against $454.97, a difference of $845. The premium buys refresh rate (240Hz). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.