Samsung Launches the $2,200 Odyssey OLED G9 with DQHD Resolution

[TheLostSwede]

Samsung Electronics today announced the global launch of the Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor (G95SC model), which has been enhanced with next-level AI upscaling technology. Building on the success of last year's Odyssey OLED G8 (G85SB), the new monitor joins the lineup to open a new era of OLED gaming. "Last year, Samsung addressed the demands and expectations of even the most experienced gamers with the launch of the Odyssey OLED G8," said Hoon Chung, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "With the introduction of the Odyssey OLED G9, equipped with unrivaled picture quality, we are excited to offer our customers these powerful gaming monitors and raise the bar for OLED gaming."

Measuring 49 inches in size with a 1800R curvature, the Odyssey OLED G9 is the first OLED monitor to offer Dual Quad High Definition (DQHD; 5,120 x 1,440) resolution with a 32:9 ratio. The large and wide screen ratio enable users to lose themselves in super-ultrawide vistas—equivalent to two QHD screens side by side. At the same time, its rapid 0.03 ms gray-to-gray (GtG) response time and 240 Hz refresh rate offer players a competitive edge.




The addition of the Neo Quantum Processor Pro sets the Odyssey OLED G9 apart from other OLED gaming monitors. Using a deep learning algorithm, it intelligently analyzes images and automatically upscales to adjust brightness while amplifying contrast. This enables the monitor to restore each detail and deliver the most brilliant images, pixel by pixel.

AMD FreeSync Premium Pro further enhances the Odyssey OLED G9's super smooth gameplay experience. With DisplayHDR True Black 400, the monitor delivers incredible details and vivid colours regardless of the game being played or the content the user is watching.

The Odyssey OLED G9 features a slim design housed within a sleek metal frame. On the back of the monitor is the much-loved CoreSync and Core Lighting+ which uses advanced lighting technology to match the colours on-screen, making content more immersive and bringing the gaming experience to life. Built-in stereo speakers complement on-screen content with crisp sound.

Unrivaled Choice on a Detailed, Vivid Display
Equipped with Samsung Gaming Hub and smart TV apps, the Odyssey OLED G9 provides access to streaming, gaming services and entertainment all in one place. Users can watch their favourite shows from leading OTT (over-the-top) service providers without a connection to a PC or mobile device. Samsung Gaming Hub also enables users to discover and play games from partners such as Xbox Game Pass and NVIDIA GeForce Now—all without downloads or storage space requirements.

The Multi View offering allows users to take full advantage of the large display by enabling game play on up to two screens at once. This means that gamers now can enjoy multitasking without the hassle of a multiple-monitor setup.

The Odyssey OLED G9 offers a variety of convenient functions and features that provide an optimized experience whether gaming or viewing. Versatile connectivity options, including HDMI 2.1 and Micro HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, and Auto Source Switch+, create cleaner connections from one central USB hub while providing a seamless experience regardless of the content source. The Height Adjustable Stand (HAS) enables users to find the perfect gaming or viewing position, regardless of what they are playing.

To offer a well-rounded lineup that meets users' various needs, the Odyssey OLED G9 series also includes the G93SC model, which features the same powerful OLED performance while catering to those who prefer a solution without the Gaming Hub or smart TV offerings.

The Odyssey OLED G9 (G95SC) will be available for purchase worldwide from June 12, 2023, with launch schedules varying by region. The G93SC model will be available globally from Q3 2023.

To celebrate the launch of a new model, Odyssey Cup will be held on Samsung Odyssey Twitch channel on June 22, bringing 100 global gamers to Fortnite tournament.



[Editor's note: The MSRP for the G95SC is US$2,200]

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[TheLostSwede]

As this was the wrong format to fit in the news post.

 

[Firedrops]

Great monitor, but 1800R is nowhere near sufficient for this size. Even at 34", 1000R is minimum.

 

[dgianstefani]

Fantastic how they offer a G93 version without the AI stuff and gamebar bloat.

DLAA is as much AI as I want.

 

[SAINT ENZO]

I want a 16:9 32" OLED @ 1000R curvature 240 HZ PLS.

 

[wNotyarD]

Why the heck doesn't the G85 sport full sized HDMI and DP ports?

 

[Tek-Check]

Samsung, where are 5K/2K monitors ultra-wide monitors with HDR1000?
HDR400 certification is nonsense... A number of display specialists have protested to VESA to scrap this misleading certification tier.

 

[R0H1T]

Samsung where the (gaming) word goes to die!

HDR400 certification is nonsense

It's not HDR400 but DisplayHDR True Black 400.

 

[Chaitanya]

As this was the wrong format to fit in the news post.

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If Canon manages to get their tech to market then we will soon have competition in QD-OLED panel manufacturing.

 

[noel_fs]

correct naming would be superwide qhd no?

 

[dgianstefani]

correct naming would be superwide qhd no?

No, it's dual QHD.

 

[hyp36rmax]

Wait so Samsung reverted back to 1800R curve similar to the CRG9 for their OLED from the previous G9 1000R curve? I own both of the previous and LOVE the 1000R curve. Now weighing to wait it out until they release the more aggressive curve.

 

[Gameslove]

Not worth buying for 2200 $, because no 8K monitor...

 

[TechLurker]

I wonder how much more expensive the 2023 Odyssey Neo G9 will be, since that one was also announced around the same time as this one.

 

[kapone32]

For the price it's not worth it. If it was $600 less it would be more appealing and do I really want AI producing the picture my GPU is sending to the Panel? Seems redundant. It should not be any harder to run than a 4K panel but the refresh rate is interesting.

 

[Tek-Check]

Samsung where the (gaming) word goes to die!

It's not HDR400 but DisplayHDR True Black 400.

True that, but still too low for the price. It's marketed as premium OLED monitor, it's overpriced, not even 5K/2K, it does not support DolbyVision, it does not offer new DP 2.1 port for uncompressed images, etc., etc. No man's land product.
Monitor manufacturers should finally step-up the game with features they offer for such high price. Almost 2,500 for this underwhelming and overmarketed monstrosity.

Don't get me wrong. I love ultra-wides and have had 34 inch Samsung C34J79 for 5 years. Love the monitor and it daily. I also love OLED technology, have OLED 4K TV and OLED 4K laptop. However, 1440p ultra-wide monitors are disappointing and desperately need to evolve with higher resolution, better HDR and support for more HDR formats. We should expect more from "premium" monitors.

It's not the case that Samsung is not able to cut OLED mother-glass into 5K/2K panels. They certainly can. They are just being stingy on display resolutions and want to "wow" consumers.

 

[WorringlyIndifferent]

Great monitor, but 1800R is nowhere near sufficient for this size. Even at 34", 1000R is minimum.

100% correct. I have 34" ultrawide, 3440x1440, and even at 1000R that's *exactly* enough curve for it to make sense. A flat 34" would be so dumb, 3/4 of the monitor would essentially be curving away from your field of view. And they're doing that with a 49" screen? One of the dumber moves I've seen Samsung make.

correct naming would be superwide qhd no?

The technical name for the resolution is Dual QHD, because it's essentially two QHD (2560x1440) screens next to each other. However, the colloquial name for screens like this hasn't really settled yet, since "ultrawide" is cemented as 21:9 screens (like 3440x1440). I've always called screens with a 32:9 aspect ratio "super ultrawides" because it makes sense and it builds off of "ultrawide" already being recognized as 21:9. In fact now that I dug through the press release, Samsung themselves do specifically call this one a "super-ultrawide".

 

[lemoncarbonate]

100% correct. I have 34" ultrawide, 3440x1440, and even at 1000R that's *exactly* enough curve for it to make sense. A flat 34" would be so dumb, 3/4 of the monitor would essentially be curving away from your field of view. And they're doing that with a 49" screen? One of the dumber moves I've seen Samsung make.

I personally disagree with you because I'm using my monitor for creative work beside gaming.
Curve is a must for ultrawide monitor, I have 34" 1900R, and it's perfect. I tried 1800R, still manageable but it's the maximum curvature I can tolerate. 1500R is a no no for me, straight horizontal line looks badly distorted and skewed, it's so annoying to work with.

This new one with 1800R will be more widely usable other than just gaming.
I like this one better, although I prefer the legacy 21:9 to 32:9 ultrawide.

 

[Minus Infinity]

Please can we just get a 34" 4000 x 1800, 120/144Hz, IPS mini-led, 1200 zones, HDR1400, 100% AdobeRGB. Still nt sure about OLED for monitors, a lot of static elements on desktop and reading a lot of text etc. So sick of this 1440p vertical res. Can't believe this 49" monstrosity is still 1440. Pixel density is even less than 34" 3440 x 1440. Maybe as 42" 5120 x 1600/1800 it would be very nice also with 2000R curvature.

 

[Chaitanya]

True that, but still too low for the price. It's marketed as premium OLED monitor, it's overpriced, not even 5K/2K, it does not support DolbyVision, it does not offer new DP 2.1 port for uncompressed images, etc., etc. No man's land product.
Monitor manufacturers should finally step-up the game with features they offer for such high price. Almost 2,500 for this underwhelming and overmarketed monstrosity.

Don't get me wrong. I love ultra-wides and have had 34 inch Samsung C34J79 for 5 years. Love the monitor and it daily. I also love OLED technology, have OLED 4K TV and OLED 4K laptop. However, 1440p ultra-wide monitors are disappointing and desperately need to evolve with higher resolution, better HDR and support for more HDR formats. We should expect more from "premium" monitors.

It's not the case that Samsung is not able to cut OLED mother-glass into 5K/2K panels. They certainly can. They are just being stingy on display resolutions and want to "wow" consumers.

Also look at connectivity - stupid micro HDMI and mini DP, with questionable QC and spyware features from Samsung these monitors can essentially rot on shelves at retailers.

 

[TheLostSwede]

For the price it's not worth it. If it was $600 less it would be more appealing and do I really want AI producing the picture my GPU is sending to the Panel? Seems redundant. It should not be any harder to run than a 4K panel but the refresh rate is interesting.

Maybe wait for the G93SC? It should cost less, just not sure how much less.
Also, the G95SC is already going for less than US$2,000 in Taiwan, including 5% sales tax/VAT.

Also look at connectivity - stupid micro HDMI and mini DP, with questionable QC and spyware features from Samsung these monitors can essentially rot on shelves at retailers.

Since when was mini DP an issue? It's a sturdy connector. Micro HDMI on the other hand...
Both of the new models have full size DP and HDMI though, as well as one micro HDMI. Check the video, they show the cables being plugged in.

 

[Chomiq]

Why the heck doesn't the G85 sport full sized HDMI and DP ports?

Cause they're anal about it and somehow want people to use micro connectors instead. Classic f'n Samsung move.

Review here:

Subtitles are available.

Looks like they fixed the pink tint of the screen in direct light.

New pixel structure:

 

[Tek-Check]

It's disappointing that Samsung is not willing to introduce 5K/2K 120 or 144Hz 10-bit ultra-wide, as an enhanced or higher tier version of 1440p display.

 

[kanecvr]

I bought a 32" curved 2k samsung odyssey G5 last year around this time and I am NOT happy. DisplayPort connectivity is flakey - if freesync is on the monitor will occasionally disconnect from the PC for a second or 2 - randomly. I thought it was the video card but it's not, as I have my TV connected to the same PC and when I'm using both at the same time only the Samsung disconnects, the TV stays on.

Worse thing is, the panel itself (not the covering, the actual LCD panel) is coming off the monitor. The adhesive they used to glue the LCD to the front bezel has gone off and there is now a .5-.8cm gap between the panel and the bezel at the top, right in the middle where the display is concave, and you can see the backlight reflector trough the gap. The panel literally wants to straighten itself and is coming off the bezel. Samsung nonchalantly told me to RMA the device, and that it can take15-30 days for me to recieve a replacement. I told them I need a replacement monitor for the duration of the RMA and, sent pictures of the defect and the invoice. They of course said that's not regular procedure - can't be done - so I asked them to kindly f#(k 0ff with their garbage devices and RMA policies.

The customer should not have to wait one month for a product they payd for to be replaced. This is a know issue, there are reddit and ifixit posts of this exact problem happening to other clients. They should have sent a replacement monitor first, with packaging, then I'd pack the defective one and ship it to them.

As it stands the monitor is fixable (well, at least the panel coming off the backlight part) so at one point I will take it apart, clean up the old useless adhesive and use some thin heat resistant 3M double sided black adhesive tape on the top where it's coming apart.

Real shame too, as other then the two issues I actually love the monitor. The SPVA panel samsung uses has great colors and is very easy on the eyes witch is important for an old fart like me. Response time is good and ghosting is minimal (for a VA panel). It's one of the few monitors that ticked all the right boxes for me (32", curved, 2k, VA panel, good value).