Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G85SB) 34-Inch Curved UltraWide Gaming Monitor, 175Hz, 0.1ms, UWQHD, VESA DisplayHDR True Black
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Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G85SB) 34-Inch Curved UltraWide Gaming Monitor

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Our Take

Samsung's Odyssey OLED G8 is a 34-inch curved ultrawide gaming monitor built around an OLED panel, targeting enthusiasts who want premium image quality alongside high refresh rates. It sits at the upper end of the ultrawide market, competing directly with LG's UltraGear OLED range, and adds Smart TV app functionality that most gaming monitors lack entirely.

Key Features

34-inch 1800R curved OLED panel at UWQHD resolution (3440×1440)

175Hz refresh rate with 0.1ms grey-to-grey response time

VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification, leveraging OLED's per-pixel light control for genuine deep blacks

HDMI 2.1 port supporting 4K@120Hz passthrough from consoles as well as full PC bandwidth

Built-in Samsung Smart TV platform with streaming apps (Netflix, Disney+, etc.) accessible without a connected PC

Tizen-based smart interface with a remote control included in the box

Our Verdict

Recommended for serious PC gamers who prioritise image quality and want an all-in-one display that doubles as a smart entertainment screen. Those primarily doing colour-accurate creative work, or anyone anxious about burn-in from heavy static-content use, would be better served by a high-quality IPS alternative.

What We Like

  • OLED panel delivers outstanding contrast and colour vibrancy that IPS or VA panels at this size simply cannot match
  • 175Hz feels genuinely responsive for fast-paced gaming, with no perceptible motion blur
  • Smart TV functionality makes it a versatile centrepiece beyond pure gaming use

Things to Consider

  • OLED burn-in remains a long-term concern, particularly with static UI elements in games or desktop use
  • Peak brightness, while adequate in HDR highlights, is modest compared to mini-LED competitors in bright, SDR office lighting
  • Premium pricing places it beyond casual buyers; cheaper OLED ultrawides have since narrowed the value gap
  • The curved ultrawide format suits immersive gaming but is less ideal for productivity tasks requiring straight lines or side-by-side documents

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