Thursday, February 2nd 2023
Samsung Rumoured to Launch 49-inch QD-OLED Monitor
Based on news out of Korea, Samsung is said to be launching a 49-inch QD-OLED based monitor at some point later this quarter, although sadly, nothing was mentioned about what kind of resolution the display would sport. At the same time, Samsung is also said to be launching a 77-inch TV model, as the Elec suggests the two will be made from the same Gen 8.5 substrate.
This is because Samsung Display can cut two 77-inch and two 49-inch QD-OLED display panels from each Gen 8.5 substrate. Initially Samsung had apparently requested a 48-inch monitor, but based on the Elec's sources, Samsung Display declined, as it didn't make economical sense to waste the extra panel substrate. With a bit of luck, the new 49-inch display panel will feature a 4K resolution, as all of Samsung's QD-OLED TVs to date, are 4K. The only exception is Samsung's 34-inch QD-OLED monitor panel, which is 3440x1440, as we know. The monitor is said to be sold as Samsung OLED, suggesting that Samsung might dual source panels from LG Display as well.
Source:
The Elec
This is because Samsung Display can cut two 77-inch and two 49-inch QD-OLED display panels from each Gen 8.5 substrate. Initially Samsung had apparently requested a 48-inch monitor, but based on the Elec's sources, Samsung Display declined, as it didn't make economical sense to waste the extra panel substrate. With a bit of luck, the new 49-inch display panel will feature a 4K resolution, as all of Samsung's QD-OLED TVs to date, are 4K. The only exception is Samsung's 34-inch QD-OLED monitor panel, which is 3440x1440, as we know. The monitor is said to be sold as Samsung OLED, suggesting that Samsung might dual source panels from LG Display as well.
25 Comments on Samsung Rumoured to Launch 49-inch QD-OLED Monitor
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www.theverge.com/2023/1/2/23529275/samsung-qd-oled-odyssey-g8-g95sc-curved-gaming-monitor-specs-price
www.theverge.com/2023/1/3/23537971/samsung-s95c-qd-oled-tv-announced-features
www.notebookcheck.net/Samsung-Odyssey-OLED-G9-49-inch-QD-OLED-monitor-with-240-Hz-refresh-rate.678459.0.html
I find 55" to be a bit too large for the 16:9 ratio. And I don't like going above 95* FOV because of the fisheye effect.
I mean, if my current TV failed (knock-knock), I would still consider such a monitor mainly because of the matte screen surface. I really dislike the glossy surface in TVs, because reflections are horrible if you have light in your room.
But to me the 21:9 aspect ratio is the biggest advantage of PC monitors, for both games and movies.
They have a cutting ratio issue with motherglass, which restricts certain sizes.
I think the only panel that comes close is this one: 40WP95C-W
40", 21:9, 5120 x 2160, 72Hz at $1700-$2000. I'd probably already have one if I could justify buying the video card you'd want to pair it with to drive it (and if I didn't already have the 34" UW). Imagine the price though if it was OLED.
Dell, HP, and Lenovo all have their versions of it as well.
- 72Hz (WTF!)
- low contrast
- grey blacks in dark room
- no local dimming, edge backlight is bleeding into the display
- no VESA HDR certification (fake HDR claim in the spec)
- brightness is only 300 nits
www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/lg/40wp95c-w
I'd like to see this monitor for the same price upgraded to:
- 144 Hz
- VESA HDR 1000 certification
- OLED panel (great contrast, no issues with greys, dimming and light bleeding)
- DP 2.1 and HDMI 2.1 FRL ports
- PD 3.1 for charging
But sure, I will hate one something, the price. lol. I guess we are all millionaires now.