Samsung Launches Odyssey Neo G8, G7, G4 Gaming Monitors Globally

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Samsung Electronics, a global leader in the gaming monitor industry, announced the global availability of the 2022 Odyssey G85NB, G75NB and G40B gaming monitor lineup, further reinforcing the Odyssey's industry-leading position in delivering the most immersive and lifelike gaming experience available on the market. The G85NB — the world's first 240 Hz 4K gaming monitor — is available in a 32-inch format, offering super-realistic picture quality, rapid response times and premium performance.

"Samsung is excited to unveil the world's fastest 4K gaming monitor to unlock even more opportunities and deliver innovation to the market, creating a new and incredibly immersive experience," said Hyesung Ha, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "Gamers ultimately desire that immersive experience in unity with their character and scene, and the Odyssey enables this with superior features and lifelike picture quality to give players a thrill."





Odyssey Neo G8 (G85NB) — Unrivalled in speed and resolution

The new 32-inch Odyssey Neo G8 is the world's first and fastest monitor that combines a 4K (3,840 x 2,160) 1000R curved VA panel featuring Quantum Matrix Technology, with 240 Hz super-fast refresh rate and 1 ms response time (GtG). The 4K resolution is also supported by a color gamut up to 95% of DCI-P3 color gamut. The design of the Neo G8 was inspired by the iconic style of the Odyssey Neo G9, offering an effortlessly cool exterior which is packed with premium gaming performance features.

Together with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, the gaming monitor's outstanding 4K 240 Hz refresh rate and ultra-low 1 ms response time allow players to get real-world accuracy to maximize their potential and compete at the highest level in any gaming environment. The Neo G8 also utilizes Quantum Mini LED technology, enabling ultra-fine and precise control of the densely packed LEDs, ensuring gamers see both dark and bright scenes as they were intended. In addition, Quantum HDR 2000 with a 2,000nit peak brightness and a million-to-one static contrast ratio brings out the most subtle details for unparalleled immersion.

The CoreSync lighting found on the backside of the monitor automatically detects colors on the screen and projects them in real life to create a deeper sense of immersion.

The Odyssey Neo G8 is also built to provide a wide range of innovative features to enhance any gaming experience. The monitor is equipped with new display technology called Matte Display which provides both anti-glare and anti-reflection protection, minimizing distractions and keeping users focused on the content in front of them. Plus, the monitor offers a Height Adjustable Stand (HAS), as well as Swivel and Tilt functionality for ergonomic efficiency and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) compliant mounting. Users can customize their space for maximum comfort and productivity, supported by the flexibility of the Neo G8.

The G85NB was recently recognized for its innovative technology and named a winner in the CES 2022 Best of Innovation gaming category, as well as being a CES 2022 Innovation Award Honoree, also in the gaming category.

Odyssey Neo G7 (G75NB) — Immerse yourself with premium Mini-LED technology

Samsung extends its Odyssey gaming monitor line up with the new Odyssey Neo G7, a 32-inch 4K (3,840 x 2,160) monitor with 1000R curved VA panel offering, a 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time (GtG), delivering a premium gaming performance.

This performance is powered by many of the same features as the Odyssey Neo G8 model, including AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Quantum Mini LED technology, as well as Quantum HDR 2000 with 2,000nit peak brightness and a million-to-one static contrast ratio for superior immersion that plunges players into the virtual world of any game they play.

The deep immersion is enhanced by the CoreSync lighting found on the rear of the monitor, bringing content to life with bright and vivid colors that create more memorable experiences.

The ergonomic stand, in addition to Auto Source Switch+, ensures the monitor works for the user and removes any friction while using for maximum performance, productivity and comfort. Players can also get to their content faster, without have to flip through multiple inputs, by simply turning on the PC for the monitor to instantly recognize and switch between the inputs.

Odyssey G4 (G40B) — Futuristic design packed with essential gaming features

The G40B provides a brilliant option for gamers looking for a monitor with all the essential gaming features, packaged within a futuristic design. Available in 25- and 27-inch sizes, the Full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080) G4 offers super-fast 240 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response time (GtG), IPS panel with wide viewing angle and HDR10 support for a high-level gaming experience. This is further enhanced by AMD FreeSync Premium and G-SYNC Compatibility for smooth gameplay. Users can also relax in comfort with ergonomic features including HAS, Swivel, Tilt and Pivot to find the perfect playing position.

Availability

The Samsung Odyssey G85NB, G75NB and G40B gaming monitors will be available globally throughout June, with launch schedules varying by region.

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[Crackong]

VA, Nope
They should do QD-OLED on their flagship gaming monitor lineup

 

[eidairaman1]

VA, Nope
They should do QD-OLED on their flagship gaming monitor lineup

Idk they should really fix their blanking out of qled products first.

 

[DrCR]

I actually rather like VA in general, and I enjoyed the non-neo G7 for gaming. Perhaps my dark environment played a role in that. Ultimately though, I loathed the monitor for non-gaming uses and got rid of it.

I’m waiting for μLED myself. OLED is kind of the wrong tech for monitors.

 

[konga]

Samsung's high-end VA panels are the least smeary VA panels on the market. Not that they're perfect, but they're not like the terrible VAs from other brands.

I actually rather like VA in general, and I enjoyed the non-neo G7 for gaming. Perhaps my dark environment played a role in that. Ultimately though, I loathed the monitor for non-gaming uses and got rid of it.

I’m waiting for μLED myself. OLED is kind of the wrong tech for monitors.

Micro LED is too expensive to ever be mainstream, I feel like. We'll probably see nanorod ("QNED") become mainstream before micro LED ever has a chance to take off (and I believe nanorod is meant to be the superior tech)

 

[Minus Infinity]

So sick of gaming monitors being announced. The world doesn't revolve around gaming.

 

[DrCR]

Samsung's high-end VA panels are the least smeary VA panels on the market. Not that they're perfect, but they're not like the terrible VAs from other brands.

Micro LED is too expensive to ever be mainstream, I feel like. We'll probably see nanorod ("QNED") become mainstream before micro LED ever has a chance to take off (and I believe nanorod is meant to be the superior tech)

It took seemingly forever for OLED to become a commonly available TV option. I suspect the same for micoled. I’ll be happy if it arrives by 2030. I do check out microled-info.com on rare occasion to see where things are at.

 

[konga]

It took seemingly forever for OLED to become a commonly available TV option. I suspect the same for micoled. I’ll be happy if it arrives by 2030. I do check out microled-info.com on rare occasion to see where things are at.

Samsung was expected to launch consumer nanorod LED TVs around 2024 to 2025, but apparently they hit a snag in R&D and this launch has been pushed back a year or so. Either way, I don't think micro LED will have a place in consumer displays once nanorods are here. Micro LED seems more for large commercial displays (digital billboards, signs, etc)

That delay may mean Samsung will invest more into QD-OLED. They're making advancements there, too.

 

[Metroid]

My only complain is not the use of display port 2.0 to be fully uncompressed at 4k 240hz, dsc over hdmi 2.1 the quality is still lossless but you lose 1ms on latency, the g7 looks good though, 4k 165hz uses 41g, hdmi 2.1 max is 48g. If they wanted could have done on g7 3840x 2160 at 192hz, uses up to 47.7g and would still be divisible by 24, 192 / 24 = 8. That would have been perfect for hdmi 2.1.

 

[DrCR]

Samsung was expected to launch consumer nanorod LED TVs around 2024 to 2025, but apparently they hit a snag in R&D and this launch has been pushed back a year or so.

To my understanding, that’s just LCD tech, with Samsung’s marketing department seeming doing their best to act like it’s
not. For me, any such LCD tech wholly underwhelming.

 

[konga]

To my understanding, that’s just LCD tech, with Samsung’s marketing department seeming doing their best to act like it’s
not. For me, any such LCD tech wholly underwhelming.

No, you're thinking of LG. Samsung is working on a form of self-emissive LED technology called "Quantum Nano Emitting Diode" or QNED for short. It will have self-emissive pixels like OLED with none of the brightness-related downsides, while theoretically allowing for much denser and more power-efficient displays than micro LED. This is expected to be several years away, which is probably happening sooner than micro LED.

LG saw this and decided to royally f*ck with Samsung by releasing a line of LCD TVs labeled as "QNED" displays, despite having nothing to do with this emerging technology. LG's fake QNED is just LCD with a miniLED backlight. Real QNED is an advanced form of self-emissive display and could legitimately be an "end-game" technology where nothing else surpasses it for the foreseeable future.

 

[Blaylock]

So sick of gaming monitors being announced. The world doesn't revolve around gaming.

True, but gaming is where the money is, hence, where the marketing is directed.

 

[InVasMani]

Just seeing QLED/ULED panels scale down to lower screen sizes would be nice honestly. They look pretty good and at even better PPI would it would make them more desirable still.

 

[TechLurker]

No new G9? I was hoping for a 3rd gen version that resolves issues the 1st and 2nd gen had, and to also replace this widescreen monitor I'm using.

 

[EatingDirt]

So sick of gaming monitors being announced. The world doesn't revolve around gaming.

The world revolves around really boring 60hz cheap garbage 1080p monitors. Do you want to see announcements for the updates to these cheap garbage ~$100 monitors instead?

 

[mouacyk]

Sounds like their last LCD lineup hurrah?

 

[trsttte]

It's a pity they decided to make the G8 and G7 a slightly variation of the same thing. They could have made one flat and the other curved, or maybe one 27'' and the other 32''. Both are basically competing with each other on the same market, high refresh 4k mini led, a pretty barren category but that still didn't need 2 equal entries at the same time from the same manufacturer. The only difference I find is 240hz vs 165hz which I don't think justifies spending more for the 240hz

LG saw this and decided to royally f*ck with Samsung by releasing a line of LCD TVs labeled as "QNED" displays, despite having nothing to do with this emerging technology. LG's fake QNED is just LCD with a miniLED backlight.

Holy shit, this is amazing

 

[konga]

Holy shit, this is amazing

Some people are seeing it as LG poisoning the pool for Samsung. Samsung will be unable to market their displays as QNED now as intended thanks to this, and consumers will just think "oh, that kinda crappy LCD technology?" when they see the term, as happened in this thread lol

 

[thegnome]

I actually rather like VA in general, and I enjoyed the non-neo G7 for gaming. Perhaps my dark environment played a role in that. Ultimately though, I loathed the monitor for non-gaming uses and got rid of it.

I’m waiting for μLED myself. OLED is kind of the wrong tech for monitors.

Just like CRT's are the wrong tech of monitors back in the day? For the same reasons as with OLED; burn in. I'm sure with the amounts of money going to getting OLED's to burn in much less OLED monitors aren't such a problem anymore. I'd gladly adapt for OLED, if it means better looks and much, much better response time to replace the crappy IPS/VA monitors these days.

 

[Dimitriman]

Very nice monitors, but knowing Asus.. pricing shall be:

 

[DrCR]

Just like CRT's are the wrong tech of monitors back in the day? For the same reasons as with OLED; burn in. I'm sure with the amounts of money going to getting OLED's to burn in much less OLED monitors aren't such a problem anymore. I'd gladly adapt for OLED, if it means better looks and much, much better response time to replace the crappy IPS/VA monitors these days.

I’m not sure why you’re making that assumption. OLED actually has more of a burn in issue than CRT. I love the tech for entertainment, but high quality IPS still gets the nod for me for productivity. I could certainly see going full OLED if not caring about associated opportunity costs though. There’s some interesting inorganic chemistry R&D in the OLED realm, so maybe that could ultimately become the monitor tech de jour next decade. At least we do have (sane) OLED options at this point. I won’t miss LCD when it’s fully replaceable.