Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD vs ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM
Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD (#1, best overall) vs ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM (#2, best premium): in our 4K Gaming Monitors scoring the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD totals 9.6/10 and the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM 9.5/10. At $976 versus $1,219, the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD costs $243 less.
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TopsFive comparison scores
Side by side
| Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD | ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $976 | $1219 |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 240Hz |
| Panel | QD-OLED | WOLED |
| Response Time | 0.03ms GtG | 0.03ms GtG |
| HDR | HDR True Black 400 | HDR True Black 400 |
How they differ in real use
Built from our 4k gaming monitors scoring, each product's published specifications, and verified owner feedback — not hands-on testing.
Both the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD and the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM made our Top 5 4K Gaming Monitors, at #1 (best overall) and #2 (best premium). 4K OLED gaming arrives with QD-OLED at 240Hz—the holy grail for gamers wanting both resolution and OLED motion clarity in one package. ASUS's flagship pairs 32" 4K WOLED with 240Hz refresh, excellent uniformity, and premium build quality. Custom heatsink extends OLED longevity.
We score 4k gaming monitors on Image Quality (35%), Speed (25%), Features (20%), Panel Quality (10%) and Value (10%). On that basis the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD totals 9.6 out of 10 and the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM 9.5. The widest gap is Features, where the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM scores 9.8 against 9 for the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD — HDMI 2.1, VRR, HDR. Value also separates them: 8 for the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD versus 6.9 for the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM.
On paper, the specifications that actually differ: Panel — QD-OLED on the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD versus WOLED on the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM. They match on Resolution, Refresh Rate, Response Time and HDR.
Pricing as of February 1, 2026: $976 for the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD and $1,219 for the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM, a $243 difference in the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD's favor. Owners praise the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD for 4K 240Hz QD-OLED and 0.03ms response; the most common complaint is very expensive. Owners praise the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM for 4K 240Hz WOLED and custom heatsink for longevity; the most common complaint is among most expensive.
Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD
- 4K 240Hz QD-OLED
- 0.03ms response
- Perfect blacks
- Smart TV features
- Very expensive
- 32" may show OLED burn-in patterns
- Glossy screen
ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM
- 4K 240Hz WOLED
- Custom heatsink for longevity
- Excellent uniformity
- ROG aesthetic
- Among most expensive
- OLED burn-in risk
- Glossy panel
Which should you buy?
The Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD is the better fit for no-compromise gamers and 4K OLED seekers — it is the higher-scoring pick here, chiefly for Value and Image Quality. The ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM is the better fit for premium 4K gaming and ASUS ecosystem users, and the stronger choice if Features matters more to you than the overall score. Since the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD is both the higher scorer and $243 cheaper, the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM only makes sense for premium 4K gaming. The Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD is a poor fit for static content heavy use; the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM is a poor fit for budget builds.
Choose the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD if
- No-compromise gamers
- 4K OLED seekers
- Those with flagship GPUs
Skip it if
- Static content heavy use
- Budget shoppers
Choose the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM if
- Premium 4K gaming
- ASUS ecosystem users
- Those wanting best uniformity
Skip it if
- Budget builds
- Small desk users
Common questions
Is the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD better than the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM?
In our 4K Gaming Monitors ranking the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD scores higher overall, 9.6 to 9.5, with the biggest advantage in Features. The ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM is stronger on Features, so it is the better pick if that matters most to you.
How much more does the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM cost than the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD?
$243 more as of February 1, 2026: $1,219 for the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM against $976 for the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD. Prices move, so the merchant page shows the current figure.
What is the main difference between the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD and the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM?
The headline spec difference is Panel: QD-OLED on the Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED G80SD versus WOLED on the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM. In use, the gap that matters most is Features (9 vs 9.8 in our scoring): HDMI 2.1, VRR, HDR.