Samsung Electronics announced the global debut of its 2024 Odyssey OLED gaming monitor, Smart Monitor, and ViewFinity monitor series.
Samsung is releasing upgraded monitors, coupled with new features that people will want, including unexpected ones. This will surely provide a better experience without any terms or conditions. The Odyssey series features the best OLED picture quality and AI tools. Whereas the Smart Monitor series features improved entertainment features and AI, and the ViewFinity lineup gets better connectivity, The 2024 Odyssey OLED models expand Samsung’s offerings of upcoming OLED performance with the new Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) and Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) models.
Odyssey OLED G8
The Odyssey OLED G8 features a flat 32-inch OLED gaming monitor along with a refresh rate of 240Hz, 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution, a 16:9 aspect ratio, and a 0.03 ms gray-to-gray GTG response time for seamless and responsive gameplay. It is Samsung’s first OLED gaming monitor powered by AI. The NQ8 AI Gen3 chipset, which is the same processor Samsung uses in its 2024 8K TV, upscales content to nearly 4K while using the Samsung Gaming Hub.
Odyssey OLED G6
On the other hand, the Odyssey OLED G6 features a 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution monitor along with a refresh rate of 360 Hz, support for a 16:9 ratio, and a 0.03 ms GTG response time, making it easy for gamers to keep up with fast-moving gameplay.
Both Odyssey OLED G8 and OLED G6 deliver OLED picture quality with a brightness of 250 nits (Typ.), while FreeSync Premium Pro keeps the GPU and display panel synced up to eliminate choppiness, screen lag, and screen tearing. The monitors feature a slim metal design and ambient lighting that matches the on-screen content.
The Korean giant has upgraded its Smart Monitor lineup with new features for entertainment and productivity. The M8 is the top model with a powerful AI processor for upscaling content. The brand offered it built-in speakers, a camera for video calls, and a feature that tracks your workout data from a Galaxy watch. All the new smart monitors have a workout tracker and offer access to streaming services through Samsung TV Plus without even requiring a separate device.
The M7 is available in 32-inch and 43-inch sizes with 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution, a brightness of 300 nits (Typ), and a gray-to-gray (GTG) response time of 4 ms. The M5 is available in 27-inch and 32-inch sizes, with FHD resolution (1920 x 1080), a brightness of 250 nits, and a GTG response time of 4 ms.
2024 ViewFinity Monitor
Samsung’s 2024 ViewFinity monitor series is eco-friendly and features recycled plastic and minimal chemicals. All models offer HDR10 and 1 billion colors to enhance the viewing experience. Three variants are holding up their specific specs, as mentioned below:
- ViewFinity S8 features a 27-inch or 32-inch display with 4K UHD, a refresh rate of 60Hz, a USB hub, and a height-adjustable stand; the S80UD model adds a KVM switch; and a 90W USB-C charging.
- The ViewFinity S7 features a 27-inch and 32-inch QHD display with a refresh rate of 100Hz, a USB hub, and a height-adjustable stand. The S60UD model adds a KVM switch and 90W USB-C charging.
