I agree with Pat. I don't think it is possible to make objective comparative decisions based on a single visit. Wow factors are certainly going to be heavily weighted by most people in such a situation.
Anthony,
Cypress Point (I've never been on the grounds) does have a spectacular site (I've peaked through the hedges) but it is not unique in reflecting the vision of one designer supported by a group of like-minded people that has improved with age. So out of that statement I am left with the uniqueness being the spectacular site. What of the architecture and test of golf left you stunned?
I'm not saying it isn't the best course in the world for many, but an exercise like this cannot be universal. It is subjective and an artifact of the courses played or studied by each individual.
Of the courses I've played, Shinnecock Hills is above everything else, frankly by a lot. I love the naturalism, offset angles, use of wind and triangulation and one of the greatest collection of greens in golf. Of course the views aren't bad either (slightly edited to show upcoming removal of some structures).
Now, I've been there many times and have closely studied the course. I know every inch of the property and know how much finer the course will be and play when the greens are restored to their former dimensions. Fall-offs and bunkers will be much more in play with pin positions that are currently not available due to green shrinkage. Even greater strategy off the tee will be demanded on what is currently the best test of golf in my mind.