Rankings

The Samsung Odyssey G9 G95C is a 49-inch ultrawide VA monitor with a 1000R curvature, 240 Hz refresh rate and HDR1000 support. It combines high performance features such as FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync compatibility and a fully adjustable stand, making it ideal for immersive gaming and multitasking.

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G93SC is a 49-inch ultrawide QD-OLED monitor offering infinite contrast, 240 Hz variable refresh and a 0.03 ms response time. Its premium features target elite gamers and creators who need the highest visual fidelity and speed, though its size and price are considerable.

The Samsung Odyssey G50D is a 32-inch flat QHD monitor that blends a Fast IPS panel with a 180 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time, delivering smooth gameplay and solid color accuracy at a budget-friendly price. Its ergonomic stand and HDR400 support make it a versatile choice for gamers and productivity users alike.

The Samsung 34-inch ultrawide monitor delivers an immersive 1000R curve, 165 Hz refresh, and HDR10 on a VA panel, ideal for gamers and creators seeking a spacious, smooth display, though ergonomics and brightness are limited.

The Samsung Odyssey G55C is a 32-inch curved VA gaming monitor with QHD resolution, 165 Hz refresh, and strong contrast, aimed at immersive mid-core gaming. It excels in picture depth and smoothness but lacks height adjustment and has modest HDR capability.

The Samsung Odyssey G5 is a 34-inch ultrawide curved VA gaming monitor featuring a 1000R curvature, 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time. It delivers an immersive gaming experience with HDR10 support and FreeSync Premium, though ergonomics and port selection are limited.

The Samsung S39C is a 27-inch curved VA monitor aimed at budget-friendly comfort, offering a 1000R curvature, 75 Hz refresh rate with FreeSync and eye-care technologies. While it provides deep blacks and built-in speakers, its limited refresh rate, lack of VESA mounting and modest resolution make it better suited for casual use than competitive gaming.

The Samsung CF396 is a 23.5-inch curved VA monitor with Full HD resolution, 1800R curvature and eye-care features, targeting budget-conscious users who want an immersive display for casual gaming and office work.
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32 inches | 34 inches | 49 inchesbest | 27 inches | 49 inchesbest | 23.5 inches | 34 inches | 32 inches | |
180 Hz | 165 Hz | 240 Hzbest | 75 Hz | 240 Hzbest | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | 165 Hz | |
2,560 pixels | 3,440 pixels | 5,120 pixelsbest | 1,920 pixels | 5,120 pixelsbest | 1,920 pixels | 3,440 pixels | 2,560 pixels | |
1,440 pixelsbest | 1,440 pixelsbest | 1,440 pixelsbest | 1,080 pixels | 1,440 pixelsbest | 1,080 pixels | 1,440 pixelsbest | 1,440 pixelsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1 ms | 1 ms | 0.03 msbest | 4 ms | 1 ms | 4 ms | 1 ms | — |
350 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits | 450 nitsbest | 250 nits | 250 nits | 300 nits | |
1,000 | 2,500 | 1,000,000best | 3,000 | 2,500 | 3,000 | 2,500 | 2,500 | |
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2best | — | 1 | 1 |
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Display(11) | ||||||||
Screen Size (inches) | 32 inches | 34 inches | 49 inches | 27 inches | 49 inches | 23.5 inches | 34 inches | 32 inches |
Panel Type | Fast IPS | VA | QD-OLED | VA | VA | VA | VA | VA |
Resolution (Horizontal) (pixels) | 2560 pixels | 3440 pixels | 5120 pixels | 1920 pixels | 5120 pixels | 1920 pixels | 3440 pixels | 2560 pixels |
Resolution (Vertical) (pixels) | 1440 pixels | 1440 pixels | 1440 pixels | 1080 pixels | 1440 pixels | 1080 pixels | 1440 pixels | 1440 pixels |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 180 Hz | 165 Hz | 240 Hz | 75 Hz | 240 Hz | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
Response Time (ms) | 1 ms | 1 ms | 0.03 ms | 4 ms | 1 ms | 4 ms | 1 ms | 4-8 ms |
HDR Support | true | true | true | false | true | — | true | true |
Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible | AMD FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync | AMD FreeSync Premium (LFC) | FreeSync |
Brightness (nits) | 350 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits | 450 nits | 250 nits | 250 nits | 300 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 1000 | 2500 | 1000000 | 3000 | 2500 | 3000 | 2500 | 2500 |
Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 72% NTSC | 99% DCI-P3 | 119.3% sRGB | 92% DCI-P3 | — | 72% NTSC | 99% sRGB |
Connectivity(2) | ||||||||
HDMI Ports | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
DisplayPort Ports | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 1 |
Warranty(1) | ||||||||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | — | 36 months | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months | 12 months |
Ergonomics(3) | ||||||||
Height Adjustment | true | false | true | false | true | false | — | false |
Tilt Range (degrees) | — | -2 to 18 degrees | 22 degrees | 23 degrees | — | -2 to 22 degrees | — | -2 to 18 degrees |
VESA Mount Compatibility | true | true | true | false | true | true | true | true |
Power(1) | ||||||||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 59 W | — | — | 48 W | 108 W | — | 50 W | — |
Audio(1) | ||||||||
Built‑in Speakers | false | — | true | true | true | — | — | false |

Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).

Professional reviewers commend the monitor for packing flagship-class refresh rates and response times into a mid-range price, highlighting the Fast IPS panel's blend of speed and color accuracy and the standout ergonomic stand.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the LS32DG502ENXZA for its smooth, responsive gameplay and vibrant QHD image, noting its excellent ergonomics and strong value proposition.

“Incredibly immersive”

“Smooth and responsive”

“Great value for ultrawide”








Professional reviewers applaud the monitor's deep 1000R curve, high 165 Hz refresh rate and FreeSync Premium for delivering fluid, tear-free gaming, while noting the VA panel's black-level glow, the absence of USB-C and limited ergonomic options, and that HDR performance is constrained by the 250 cd/m² peak brightness.
Everyday users consistently praise the immersive curvature, smooth performance and value proposition, especially for gaming and multitasking. Common complaints revolve around the lack of height adjustment, slight motion blur in dark scenes, underwhelming HDR due to limited brightness, and the absence of built-in speakers.

Professional reviewers hail the G93SC as a benchmark-setting ultrawide monitor, praising its QD-OLED panel, 240 Hz performance and immersive curvature while noting its premium price and massive footprint as the only real drawbacks.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, lauding the stunning colors, deep immersion and multitasking features, while repeatedly mentioning the monitor's size, GPU requirements, and occasional reflections as practical concerns.

Professional reviewers commend the S39C for its ergonomic 1000R curvature, modern fabric-back design, and eye-comfort technologies, noting the 75 Hz panel with FreeSync offers a noticeable upgrade over standard 60 Hz displays for casual use.
Everyday users appreciate the natural curve, sleek aesthetics, smoother 75 Hz experience, and eye-comfort features, often highlighting easy setup and built-in speakers for video calls.

Professional reviewers lauded the Odyssey G9 for its 1000R curvature, 240 Hz refresh rate and HDR performance, calling it the most immersive ultrawide monitor on the market while noting minor VA smearing.
Everyday users rave about the monitor's immersive experience, vivid colors and solid build, especially appreciating the PBP multitasking and ambient lighting; common complaints focus on glare, size and lack of video-capable USB-C.

Professional reviewers rate the CF396 as a well-balanced budget monitor, praising its 1800R curvature, AMD FreeSync, and eye-comfort technologies while noting the limited 60 Hz refresh rate and lack of ergonomic adjustments keep it from competing with higher-end gaming displays.
Everyday users appreciate the monitor's immersive curve, vibrant colors, and eye-care features, highlighting its sleek design and easy setup as major positives. Common complaints focus on low brightness in bright rooms, the absence of height adjustment, the modest 60 Hz refresh rate, and limited connectivity options.

Professional reviewers consider the Odyssey G5 a sweet spot for gamers seeking high refresh rates and low input lag without paying premium prices. They commend its 165 Hz panel, 1 ms response, FreeSync Premium, HDR10 support and the immersive 1000R curvature, while noting the limited ergonomics and port selection as trade-offs.
Everyday users love the monitor's ability to replace dual-screen setups, praising its immersive curve and sharp ultrawide resolution. Common complaints focus on the lack of height adjustment, a visible inactive border, occasional wake-up delays, and the minimal port variety.

Professional reviewers view the Odyssey G55C as a solid mid-tier gaming monitor that excels in contrast, resolution and curvature, delivering an immersive experience at a competitive price, though they criticize its VA-panel-induced motion blur, VRR flickering and limited ergonomics.
Everyday users love the monitor's cinematic 1000R curve, sharp QHD picture and deep blacks, and they appreciate the eye-comfort features and RGB aesthetics. The most common complaints revolve around motion blur, occasional VRR flicker, weak HDR and the lack of height or swivel adjustments.