Samsung has officially released the Odyssey OLED G6, marking a significant advancement as the first-ever gaming monitor to feature a 500Hz refresh rate. Initially announced at CES earlier this year, the 27-inch monitor became available for purchase on August 13, retailing at $999.99.
The Odyssey OLED G6 aims to redefine performance expectations in the gaming monitor market, a segment traditionally dominated by IPS panels for their higher refresh rates. With its 500Hz refresh rate, Samsung positions the G6 for users who demand “peak performance across long gaming sessions.” While the monitor sets a new benchmark, some experts, including PCMag, suggest that most users may not perceive a substantial difference beyond the 240Hz mark.
Beyond its high refresh rate, the Odyssey OLED G6 boasts a QHD resolution (2,560 x 1440) with a 16:9 aspect ratio. It features an ultra-fast 0.03ms response time and a peak brightness of 1,000 nits. Connectivity options include two HDMI 2.1 ports and a single DisplayPort 1.4. The monitor also supports both AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync technologies, ensuring smooth, tear-free gameplay. Its QD-OLED panel is Pantone Validated and incorporates Samsung’s Glare Free technology, designed to minimize reflections and enhance visual clarity.
In addition to the Odyssey OLED G6, Samsung also launched two other monitors: the 37-inch Odyssey G7 and the 40-inch Odyssey G7. The 37-inch Odyssey G7 features a 4K curved 16:9 VA panel with a typical brightness of 350 nits and a 165Hz refresh rate, priced at $899.99. The 40-inch Odyssey G7 offers an ultra-wide 21:9 aspect ratio, a 180Hz refresh rate, the same 350 nits typical brightness, split-screen capabilities for side-by-side gameplay, and content management features, retailing at $1,199.99. Both Odyssey G7 models are available from Samsung, Amazon, and Best Buy.
