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It’s been a while, but finally Samsung will launch the world’s first 240Hz 4K gaming screen globally this month. The new Odyssey Neo G8 will not hit the shelves alone, accompanied by two more game monitors made Odyssey Neo G7 and Odyssey G4.
The new 32-inch gaming monitor from Samsung will have a screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 (UHD 4K) and fast 240Hz refresh rate – making it the first 4K 240Hz gaming panel we’ve ever seen. In addition to this, the G8 will also deliver VESA DisplayHDR 2000 certification, Quantum mini-LED and a brightness of 2000 nit.
In addition, users can expect a wide 98% DCI-P3 color gamut, low 1ms GTG response time and the textbook style of the Odyssey series – including the impressive 1000R curved screen. All in all, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 looks to be one of the best gaming monitors of 2022. That said, it will list for $ 1,499, making it one of the most expensive as well.
When will the Samsung Neo G8 come out?
The Samsung Odysseey Neo G8 is officially available now, available regionally throughout the month of June. Eager fans of the brand were able to pre-order the Neo G8 while saving cool $ 50 at Samung Direct.
The offer is unfortunately no longer available. However, you can buy the screen now with varying arrival dates.
Samsung Odyssey Neo G8: Video
Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 specifications
Below we have listed a complete specification list, accompanied by G7 and G4.
| Specifications | G85NB | G75NB | G40B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 32 “ | 32 “ | 27 “25” |
| Flat / curved | 1000R buet | 1000R buet | Flat |
| The size ratio | 16: 9 | 16: 9 | 16: 9 |
| Brightness (normal) | 350 cd / ㎡ (Peak 2000 cd / ㎡) |
350 cd / ㎡ (Peak 2000 cd / ㎡) |
400 cd / ㎡ |
| HDR | Quantum HDR 2000 | Quantum HDR 2000 | HDR10 |
| Decision | 4K | 4K | 1080p |
| Frame rate | Max 240Hz | Max 165Hz | Max 240Hz |
| Response time | 1 ms (GTG) | 1 ms (GTG) | 1 ms (GTG) |
| Viewing angle | 178 ° (horizontal) / 178 ° (vertical) | 178 ° (horizontal) / 178 ° (vertical) | 178 ° (horizontal) / 178 ° (vertical) |
| Variable refresh rate | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium, G-Sync compatible |
| CoreSync lighting | Yes | Yes | – |
| Etc. | Black Equalizer, Low Input Lag Mode, Refresh Rate Optimizer | Black Equalizer, Low Input Lag Mode, Refresh Rate Optimizer | Black Equalizer, Low Input Lag Mode, Refresh Rate Optimizer |
| Color in front | Black | Black | Black |
| Color behind | White | Black | Black |
| Interface | Screen port 1.4 (1EA), HDMI 2.1 (2EA), USB3.0 up (1EA) and down (1EA) |
Screen port 1.2 (1EA), HDMI 2.0 (2EA), |
|
| Ergonomics | HAR (height-adjustable stand), tilt, swivel, swivel | HAR (height-adjustable stand), tilt, swivel, swivel | HAR (height-adjustable stand), tilt, swivel, swivel |
| Wall mount | 100 x 100 | 100 x 100 | 100 x 100 |
