The Odyssey Neo G9’s 57-inch, dual-HD curved display paves the way for screens in 2023 and beyond
Samsung Electronics announced today that it will introduce new models in its monitor lineup, extending its leadership in visual display for all users.
New offerings in the Odyssey, ViewFinity and Smart Monitor collections at CES® The 2023 will deliver exceptional picture quality and a host of innovative features for people looking to work, play and live with their display.
Samsung revolutionizes the ultra-wide display category with the launch of the Odyssey Neo G9, a single screen with dual Ultra HD resolutions. This innovation is a testament to Samsung’s leading position in providing some of the most immersive and realistic gaming experiences available in the market.
“The Odyssey Neo G9 paves the way for the next evolution of gaming monitors, delivering impressive display quality and innovative, game-changing features,” said Pat Bogus, Senior Vice President, Consumer Electronics, Samsung Canada. “We are thrilled to offer gamers, designers, and consumers alike a truly immersive and captivating viewing experience.”
Odyssey Neo G9: Dual UHD gaming monitor
The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 Gaming Monitor (Model Name: G95NC) lets gamers see new levels of detail with an incredible field of view. The gaming monitor offers a resolution of 7680 x 2160 and an aspect ratio of 32:9 in a single screen.
Its 57-inch 1000R curved screen uses Quantum mini LED technology with VESA Display HDR 1000 specification to deliver a great picture in any gaming environment, from the shadows to the bright scenes. The matte screen reduces light reflection off the screen, reducing distractions during your most intense gaming sessions.
It also features DisplayPort 2.1 support that transfers data nearly two times faster than previously used DisplayPort 1.4. In addition, the new DP2.1 allows industry-standard Display Stream Compression (DSC) to transmit information without distortion.
The Odyssey Neo G9 also supports a 240Hz refresh rate so gamers never miss an action during fast-paced gameplay.
Odyssey OLED G9: Brighter whites, deeper blacks, and near-infinite color contrast
The Odyssey OLED G9 (Model number: G95SC) is the latest addition to the Odyssey lineup, featuring a 49-inch 1800R resolution, 32:9 aspect ratio, Quad HD+ dual curved display. Quantum dot technology OLED lighting is controlled pixel by pixel, allowing for a near infinite color contrast ratio.
The OLED screen lights each pixel individually and is not dependent on backlighting, allowing for a dynamic contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1 while providing RGB and deep blacks without color filters.
For smooth gameplay, the Odyssey OLED G9 also features a 0.1ms response time and 240Hz refresh rate to eliminate lag and skips.
The Odyssey OLED G9 also uses third-party applications such as Prime Video, Netflix and YouTube through the Smart Hub, which allows users to enjoy various content using an internet connection, without the need for a PC.
It is also equipped with Samsung Gaming Hub[1]an all-in-one game streaming platform that allows gamers to discover and play games in the cloud from partners like Xbox and NVIDIA GeForce Now, without needing a console or having to download games.
ViewFinity S9: Intelligent color calibration designed for creative professionals
The ViewFinity S9 (Model number: S90PC) is Samsung’s latest addition to its monitor lineup. It features a 27-inch 5K display for the first time on an S9 model and is optimized for creative professionals like graphic designers and photographers. Its 5120 x 2880 resolution combined with its 99% DCI-P3 wide color gamut delivers crisp, true-to-form detail, and an average Delta E of 2[2] Color accuracy also produces clear and accurate color representation, even in complex or subtle visual environments.
The display’s built-in color calibration engine ensures accurate display color and brightness, allowing users to adjust White Balance, Gamma, and RGB color balance for accuracy with their smartphone through the Samsung Smart Calibration app. The matte screen reduces reflection and glare to reduce distraction while you work.
Users can connect cameras and other devices to the monitor through USB-C and Thunderbolt 4 connections to easily transfer large files of HD video or other large data sets from storage devices to their computers. The ViewFinity S9 series comes with a 4K SlimFit camera and supports native video conferencing through apps like Google Meet built into the Samsung Smart Hub.
Smart Monitor M8: Combine productivity, entertainment and personal life
The M8 Smart Monitor (model number: M80C) features a sleek, slim design and now comes in a new size of 27 inches in addition to the current size of 32 inches, both in 4K resolution. It comes in four color options that allow this screen to match any room: daylight blue, spring green, sunset pink, or warm white.
The height-adjustable stand with tilt support provides users with the best angle. The screen can now rotate around 90 degrees, which helps users view long documents with less scrolling. It also meets VESA mount compatibility standards to help save space and maintain a clutter-free environment.
The Smart Monitor M8 can connect, control, and manage hundreds of compatible connected devices through the built-in SmartThings Hub, including lights, cameras, doorbells, locks, thermostats, and more. Samsung plans to expand hardware options and usability with support matter function And the Home Calling Alliance Standards From this year onwards.
Mouse control functionality has been added to many high-end Smart Monitor apps, including SmartThings and Smart Hub, for a new level of convenient control without a remote control.
Users can use the Smart Monitor M8 to instantly access Prime Video, Netflix, YouTube and other superior services through the Smart Hub[3]. They can also easily access the Samsung Gaming Hub, the all-in-one game streaming platform.
The new My Contents feature provides users with useful information at a glance. When the monitor is in standby mode and detects a registered smartphone via Bluetooth Low Energy, it displays the user’s personal photos, schedule, and more on the screen. The screen returns to standby mode when the phone moves out of range.
The SlimFit camera built into the Smart Monitor M8 is upscaled with 2K resolution and works with video conferencing apps like Google Meet.
In addition, the Smart Monitor M8 is also protected by Samsung Knox Vault, which encrypts personal data and keeps stored files and information isolated from the device’s main operating system to help protect it from attacks.
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