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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome display!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Love this display!
Didn't see myself spending this much on a panel, but a few months earlier I got a 49" OLED panel for my new gaming desktop and really enjoy the immersion, fast refresh, and extra real estate that allowed me to increase the scale of fonts & icons to something my older eyes were comfortable with.
That got me thinking about how much happier I'd be if only I could have something similar for my daily productivity setup, something with more of a 2160p vertical aspect....
For work & productivity, I had been using a 6 year old LG 32" 4K display. The 60Hz refresh made it pretty unsuitable for any sort of gaming though - that was a point of frustration. Also, it wasn't convenient to constantly be switching inputs on the display between my work & personal laptops - invariably the secondary laptop apps I wanted to use or keep an eye on (streaming music, chat clients, email, etc.) while using the primary laptop on the external 4K would not be visible on the secondary laptop display and I'd have to switch inputs to interact with them.
This 57" monster allows me to run in PBP mode with each laptop displaying to it's own 4K display - and this is how I use it 99% of the time. The work MBP M1 runs at 60Hz - I have a Thunderbolt to HDMI cable that theoretically allows 120Hz but there's an issue with it such that any time I disable PBP mode and re-enable it, the Mac ceases displaying anything to the external panel until I disconnect & reconnect that cable. Because I'm not using the MBP for gaming, I opted to revert back to an HDMI-HDMI cable (mostly to reclaim the Thunderbolt port for other peripherals) and display at 60Hz. The Win/PC laptop displays its 4K content at 120Hz, and uses the same refresh at panel native 7680x2160 as well and without any issues. The display will not, as far as I can tell, allow refresh higher than 120Hz in PBP mode. And the mobile RTX 4090 is not able to display at native panel resolution at 240Hz. It will do 5120x1440 non-native at 240Hz though. That said, gaming at 7680x2160@120Hz looks pretty good to me and I don't feel like I need a higher refresh. And when I do go full screen for a game, I'm playing mostly older games at max settings (Doom 3, Half-Life 2: Update, Alien: Isolation).
Colors aren't quite as saturated as they are on the OLED panel, and the blacks can sometimes look slightly brown compared to those super deep OLED blacks. No surprise there. But these are really minor nits considering how good this display looks otherwise. Also, this display doesn't have the awful & bloated Tizen OS that my OLED panel has. This does mean I will have to make any firmware updates via a USB thumb drive vs wireless connection, but it also means I don't have a bloated TV OS that mediates my experience and usage with its constant input switching, screen blanking, and always-on Bluetooth (?) connection.
This is a really nice monitor, and I am hoping to get many years of productive use out of it.
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I've had this monitor for several months now and can attest that it's incredible. I chose it over an OLED monitor because I use it primarily for work and secondarily for gaming. The OLED monitor I tried first didn't have the pixel sharpness I needed to be able to stare at for 8+ hours/day working.
Compared to OLED, the contrast isn't as good, but is still amazing due to the miniLED and dimming zones. There is still a fair amount of blooming, but it isn't noticeable during normal use. Color is incredible, although not quite as saturated as OLED. Pixel sharpness and clarity of text is much better than the 49-inch OLED I returned and replaced with this monitor. Also, they are just too narrow vertically. Even though they're the same aspect ratio, the extra vertical inches on this monitor makes all the difference in the world. Max brightness is much better than OLED in HDR, and in War Thunder, looking at the sun actually makes me squint.
The KVM functions very well and is super easy to switch between sources (two button presses of the little controller on the bottom of the screen).
The 240hz refresh rate at full resolution is a little tricky to achieve, however.
There are 4 video inputs, 3 of which are HDMI 2.1 and will only get you 120hz. The single display port is DP 2.1b UHBR80 and you need to have that 80 to get the full 240hz at full resolution.
The AMD 7900xt has DP 2.1b UHBR80, BUT the 9070xt does NOT. I had to return mine because AMD stepped the DP port down to DP2.1b UHBR40 for the 9070xt.
The RTX 50 series has DP 2.1b UHBR80, at least at the 5070ti level and above. I don't know about below that, though.
I replaced with a RTX 5070ti and had to buy a new DP cable (again, it must be DP 2.1b UHBR80 80gbps to work) because the cables that ship with the monitor are super short.
The 5070ti gets 75-85 fps in Cyberpunk 2077 at full resolution using DLSS Balanced and MFG 2x, with Ray Tracing on Medium, the ray tracing toggles on, most eye candy settings on medium and LOD on High. I was worried having to turn the settings down and enable DLSS would hurt the experience, but the game honestly looks amazing. I've toyed with turning settings up, but I can't tell the difference for the sacrifice in frame rate, and 75-85 fps is hella smooth.
Two tools I've found essential for work are Power Toys (free utility from Microsoft in the Microsoft store), which allows you to set custom window sizes to snap to, assign a hotkey to find your mouse, and a ton of other tools I haven't got around to using yet. The other is RegionToShare, which allows me to designate a portion of the screen for screen sharing, so my Teams calls I can have a part of my screen to "show screen" on without sharing the whole monitor.
Overall, it takes a lot of tweaking and obsessing to get "just right", but once I did, I absolutely love the monitor.
I've heard that samsung has questionable quality control, so I opted for the geek squad 4 year warranty, but I've had zero issues with quality so far.
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This monitor is unreal. I use it for sim racing, and it’s like having a windshield right in front of you. 240 hz refresh, an a silly high resolution are both more than you would ever need. Very expensive unless you find an open box :) But it’s the single best purchase I made for my rig.
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Great monitor make sure you have the room for it . Need to adjust the monitor settings for the color and if you game on this monitor. From out of the box is not that great for gaming on it . Make sure you have a RX 7900 XTX video card because at this time is the only one to have 2.1 DisplayPort . Old games at this resolution is great but for new games I had to drop down the settings in games just to get good frame rate . Also able to get HDR working on the this monitor for gaming .
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I mounted this to my desk and man is this thing huge. Plus with a 5080 this thing uses the full 240hz. I'm very happy with this monitor. Expensive but it's better than the dual monitors I was using before.
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Let me start out by saying I have never owned a curved screen monitor, I have always stuck to flat screens. Most recently I ran 3 x 43" monitors, 2 in protrait mode and 1 in regular landscape configuration and I enjoyed it but it just felt off a little bit.
When first researched vurved monitors non of them had the specs to match what I already had in a flat screen so I pretty much shrugged them off, once I saw the 57" Odyssey Neo G9 I knew this was the one to try if anything to replace my current monitor configuration. I can tell you I was not disappointed.
Pros: The contrast is amazing, blacks are so dark the monitor appears to be turned off in those regions. The sharpness and readability is solid as any 4K monitor I ahve had. The 1000R curve draws you in and is so easy on my eyes esspecial when i am multitasking and feel like I am have a great veiw of the battlefield on games that properly support 32:9 format. Refresh rate is very nice, even at 120Hz is it so smooth!
The Cons: The veiw angle is quite narrow, I ahve heard this alot from people, but not sure what they except from a curved screen as they are designed provide an immersive experience for user in acentered postion and are not meant to be veiwed from the side. The price is up there but I am a firm believer in that you get what you pay for.
The only warning I would give people who like me never have had a 1000R curved ultra wide is it is an adjustment period to get used to it. I was worried at first that the shorter height of going from a 43" 16:9 screen to a 57" 32:9 screen would bother me. I am happy to report that after a couple days of working with it I am more than happy with this purchase!
Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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Excellent monitor, can drive a M2 Macbook, M2 Mac Studio, or RTX 3090 TI at 120FPS with the HDMI 2.1 port which is really nice for a dual 4k monitor.
Pros:
- Crisp font
- Double 4k
- 120FPS with HDMI 2.1 using double 4k or PBP with 4
- Bright monitor
- Lots of color and customization settings options
Cons:
- No built in audio.
- No desk arm solution yet. If you want to save space, wait for a arm to be released that supports this monitor. The stand is large, so it can get in the way of a keyboard and mouse setup if on the desk.
- Thunderbolt 4 to HDMI 2.1 does not hit 120fps (only 60 FPS option) for 4k (PBP) or dual 4k. [1]
- DisplayPort 2.1 is not supported on most devices. So if you are using DP 1.4 it will be slower than HDMI 2.1.
- Careful how you peel the packaging screen protector when unboxing. If you remove it very slowly, there will be minimal white plastic on the bottom of the monitor. Get a micro fibril towel an wipe it off, or use the same plastic cover and use the edge to wipe off the remaining plastic pieces.
[1] Maybe there was an issue with my HDMI 2.1 cable matters convert + HDMI 2.1 cable matters HDMI cable or a firmware problem on mac when using thunderbolt 4 ports.
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I've been dreaming of this monitor for years and it delivers on every level. I work from home and spend easily 10 hours a day at my desk mostly working and gaming a fair amount as well which is exactly why I wanted nothing to do with OLED - too much glare and not enough brightness for working. First, this is basically dual 32 inch 4K monitors in one, allowing for epic multi-tasking at work. After work, the only thing limiting your visual experience is your graphics card - even a 4090 because it can't hit the 240hz with DisplayPort 1.4. Playing Cyberpunk 2077 on this at 4K Overdrive is the most beautiful gaming I've ever experienced. The PIP/PIB functionality is great for splitting the monitor between two sources. Worth every penny, highly recommend!
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An absolute monster of a monitor. Beautiful colors and boy oh boy BLACKS. Prepare yourself for the weight and you better have a 70x30 desk to house this monster. Screen height is important or you risk seeing some distortion on the edges of images. Makes my 49" OLED look like a preschool toy. You're gonna need a 5080 or 5090 to utilize it. 140 ppi is a LOT to render.
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The Samsung Odyssey G9 57" is an extraordinary monitor that truly pushes the boundaries of immersive gaming and professional multitasking. Its colossal 57-inch screen with a sharp, vibrant display offers a remarkable field of view, ensuring that every detail is visible in stunning clarity. The curvature of the monitor is expertly designed, providing a panoramic experience that envelops you in any activity, be it gaming or working on complex projects.
For gamers, the Odyssey G9 is a dream come true. Its high refresh rate and quick response time make for silky-smooth gameplay, and the colors are vivid and accurate, enhancing the overall gaming atmosphere. Professionals will appreciate the vast screen real estate which allows for multiple windows and applications to be open simultaneously, boosting productivity.
However, it's not without its drawbacks. The Odyssey G9 lacks smart features such as the Tizen operating system, which is found in some of Samsung's other products. This omission means that users might miss out on some convenient smart functionalities that could enhance the user experience.
Despite this, the Samsung Odyssey G9 57" remains an exceptional choice for anyone seeking a large, high-performance monitor. Its strengths far outweigh its limitations, making it a highly recommended product for both gamers and professionals alike. Its ability to transform both work and play into immersive and engaging experiences is truly unparalleled.
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This is the best monitor I’ve ever owned—I absolutely love it. The performance, image quality, and overall experience are amazing.
I initially considered giving it four stars because the packaging felt like it may have been opened before; some packaging materials were missing, and it looked like it had been repacked. However, the monitor itself was in perfect condition, so it wasn’t a big deal in the end.
Overall, this monitor is incredible, and I’m very happy with it.
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My config - Mac Studio M4 Max 40 Core GPU, 64GB RAM - I needed maximum real estate for productivity and the Samsung 57" is the one for my Mac Studio. This monitor is at 7680 x 2160, and 120 Hertz using a 2.1 DP cable from Amazon. I don't game on desktop, but the PPI (140) and screen real estate makes this monitor essential. Thanks Best Buy for the killer deal
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I have to say that this monitor is incredible. I'm not a gamer and I bought this purely for productivity so I probably don't need many of the specs that will draw in the gamers, but I must say that this monitor takes multi-tasking to next level. I work in the financial sector with massive spreadsheets and can take advantage of the full screen width at times or divide desktop space into sectors to have multiple apps available at a glance. Paired with my additional 32" monitors on each side and this has dramatically made an impact on my productivity and overall efficiency. I couldn't be more happier with this purchase!
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The picture quality is simply stunning with vibrant colors and crisp clarity that truly brings my games and content to life. The ultrawide screen offers an immersive experience, especially for gaming and multitasking. The 57-inch display gives me more than enough room to have multiple windows open side-by-side, making productivity a breeze.
The refresh rate is fantastic, providing smooth and lag-free performance that enhances both work and play. And with the sleek design, it looks amazing on my setup. Samsung really nailed it with this monitor; it’s a perfect balance of functionality and beauty. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a top-notch viewing experience!
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The monitor has an amazing picture and is great for work of multitasking. Playing games on it feels great. I do feel as though i needed to take away 1 star. The monitor can get a bit hung up when trying to switch things around and you just need to be patient and might need to turn things off and on again to get it to work right. A little annoying for a monitor of this cost. I also wish it wouldve came with a second USB B cord so you dont have to buy a seperate cord for using the onboard USB switching. Also the Display cord that is included is too short to be of much use. Lastly DO NOT rely on Samsung for warranty or service and just get geeksquad, i havent had any issues yet but i have heard a lot of things and I have dealt with Samsung support in the past and they are AWFUL.
Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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The Samsung Neo G9 57-inch monitor is nothing short of spectacular! The ultra-wide screen feels like stepping into another world, offering an unmatched field of view that’s perfect for immersive gaming and multitasking. The 240Hz refresh rate and Quantum Mini LED technology make every detail pop with stunning clarity and vivid colors. It’s like having two monitors in one, but without the annoying bezel in the middle. Setup was a breeze, and the picture quality is breathtaking whether I'm gaming, working, or watching movies. It’s a premium investment, but the experience is worth every cent!
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As a current owner of the Samsung Odyssey 49" Neo G9 (released August 2021), I knew I already liked these series of gaming monitors from Samsung. I decided to upgrade to the Samsung Odyssey 57" Neo G9 as I needed more screen real estate for both work and home usage. I list below, IMO, the pros and cons of this particular gaming monitor,
Pros:
* 59" Screen Size
* PBP
* KVM
* Mini-LED
* I/O (e.g. HDMI 2.1, DP 2.1, et al)
Cons
* Price
* PBP is limited (e.g. refresh rates)
* Nipple (i.e. interface toggle/switch)
I'm sure there are other pros and cons that I forgot to list but those are what I consider the most important at the time of this writing. I purchased this particular gaming monitor on sale for $1799.99 as an fyi.
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Great reaolution with tons of screen realestate. Perfect ro usw when writing software and keeping manuals and othe documents open along woth debugging windows. Of course the field is changing fiven vibe programming, but im sure it will still be usfeul in new ways for development.