HP - Z27k G3 4K USB-C vs Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024)
Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | HP - Z27k G3 4K USB-C | Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| USB-C Power Delivery | 100 W | 65 W |
| Response time (GtG) | 5 ms | 4 ms |
| Screen size | 27 " | 32 " |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 98 % | 99 % |
| Panel type | IPS | VA |
Between the Z27k G3 4K USB-C and Smart Monitor M8 (2024), the Z27k G3 4K USB-C comes out ahead in usb-c power delivery / panel type, while the Smart Monitor M8 (2024) wins on response time (gtg) / screen size. Overall, the Z27k G3 4K USB-C scores 63.3 and the Smart Monitor M8 (2024) scores 64.8 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are nearly even on the Mars Score (63.3 vs 64.8). The decision is not about overall quality — both clear the bar — it is about which specific trade-offs fit your use.
Pick the Z27k G3 4K USB-C if you care most about usb-c power delivery / panel type. The biggest gaps in its favor are usb-c power delivery, panel type. The single most decisive one: USB-C Power Delivery — 53.85% more. 100 W vs 65 W.
Pick the Smart Monitor M8 (2024) if the display is what you stare at all day — refresh rate, brightness, or sharpness is where the difference will be most visible. Its strongest claims are response time (gtg), screen size, dci-p3 coverage. The single most decisive one: Response time (GtG) — 20.00% less. 4 ms vs 5 ms.
Both ship with comparable refresh rate, peak brightness, g-sync, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity says both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Which should you buy: HP - Z27k G3 4K USB-C or Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024)?
Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024) leads the current Mars Score by 1.5 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare screen size, panel type against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose HP - Z27k G3 4K USB-C if…
HP - Z27k G3 4K USB-C has the measurable edge on has usb c pd w, panel type.
Choose Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024) if…
Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024) has the measurable edge on response time ms, screen size in, color gamut dci p3 pct.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why HP - Z27k G3 4K USB-C wins
- ▲USB-C Power Delivery — 53.85% more. 100 W vs 65 W.
- ▲Panel type: IPS (vs VA).
Why Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024) wins
- ▲Response time (GtG) — 20.00% less. 4 ms vs 5 ms.
- ▲Screen size — 18.52% more. 32 " vs 27 ".
- ▲DCI-P3 coverage — 1.02% more. 99 % vs 98 %.
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | HP - Z27k G3 4K USB-C | Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 27 " | 32 "lead |
| Panel typeⓘ | IPSlead | VA |
| Resolutionⓘ | 4K | 4K |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | false |
Performance
| Spec | HP - Z27k G3 4K USB-C | Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 5 ms | 4 mslead |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 400 nits | 400 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 98 % | 99 %lead |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | false | false |
| FreeSyncⓘ | false | false |
Connectivity
| Spec | HP - Z27k G3 4K USB-C | Samsung - Smart Monitor M8 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort ports | 1lead | 0 |
| USB-C inputⓘ | true | true |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 100 Wlead | 65 W |
| KVM | truelead | false |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, Z27k G3 4K USB-C or Smart Monitor M8 (2024)?+
Smart Monitor M8 (2024) refreshes at 60Hz vs 60Hz.
Which has faster response time, Z27k G3 4K USB-C or Smart Monitor M8 (2024)?+
Smart Monitor M8 (2024) responds in 4ms vs 5ms.
Does Z27k G3 4K USB-C or Smart Monitor M8 (2024) have USB-C with power delivery?+
Both offer USB-C PD — 100W on Z27k G3 4K USB-C, 65W on Smart Monitor M8 (2024).