Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 34"
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Specifications
Strengths
- Highly immersive curved OLED
- Smooth 175Hz
- Infinite contrast ratio
Weaknesses
- Very high price
- No USB-C or speakers
Our review
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 takes the ultrawide experience to its peak with a curved OLED panel and 175Hz smoothness. The contrast and immersion are unmatched in this form factor. Its price tag reserves this monitor for demanding users willing to invest.
Frequently asked questions
What resolution does the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 34" run at?
The panel shows 3440x1440 pixels across 34 inches, around 110 pixels per inch. That is an ultrawide format, the equivalent of two windows side by side with no bezel in the middle. The OLED panel delivers perfect blacks, with the usual caveat about burn in on static interfaces.
Is the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 34" a good monitor for gaming?
Yes. The panel runs at 175 Hz, well above the 60 Hz of an office screen, and motion gains a lot of smoothness. At 3440x1440 you still need a graphics card able to keep up with that pace. The 34 inches at 3440x1440 also weigh on the frame rate the graphics card can hold.
What features does the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 34" include?
No, there is no USB-C port on this model, so the connection goes through the usual video inputs. Beyond that it offers HDR, a height adjustable stand and a curved panel, but goes without built in speakers. The adjustable stand saves you from adding a riser to line the panel up with your eyes.
Is the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 34" worth 260 euros?
At 260 euros it scores 4.7/5 across 950 Amazon reviews. That is one of the best scores in the category. It sits in the Ultrawide category of our selection. Main strength: highly immersive curved OLED. Main compromise: very high price.