Samsung Announces New Odyssey G8 and G6 OLED Gaming Monitors; Here Are the Specs, Price, and More As G6 Launches in India
Released on June 5, 2024, in India.
Samsung has unveiled its 2024 lineup of Odyssey OLED gaming monitors and ViewFinity and Smart Monitors for India. The launch date and price for these monitors in India have been revealed. Samsung has also globally announced its new Odyssey OLED G8 monitor, which is the world’s first AI-powered gaming monitor, and features in-built upscaling technology.
Odyssey G6 gaming monitor
The Odyssey G6 gaming monitor has a 27-inch QHD display with 360Hz refresh rate and 0.03 ms response time. Samsung’s new burn-in prevention technology called Safeguard+ is part of the gaming monitor, and it works by applying a pulsating heat pipe to the monitor. Moreover, there is a cooling system in place to keep temperatures at bay.
The gaming monitor also auto-detects static images such as logos and taskbars, and reduces brightness in those areas, which is another measure to prevent screen burn-in. The gaming monitor has a peak brightness of 250 nits and supports FreeSync Premium Pro, which helps reduce screen tearing and lag during gaming.
| Model | G60SD |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27” |
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Brightness (Typ.) | 250 cd/m2 |
| Refresh Rate | 360Hz |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 |
| Glare Type | OLED Glare Free |
| Response Time | 0.03 ms |
| Interface | 2 HDMI (2.1), 1 DP (1.4), 3 USB 3.0 (1 Up, 2 Down) |
| Built-in Speaker | Not available |
| Features | AMD Free Sync Premium Pro |
| Burn-in Protection | Yes (Samsung OLED Safeguard+) |
| Stand Type | HAS/Tilt/Swivel/Pivot/VESA |
Smart Monitor M8
Samsung’s updated Smart Monitor lineup includes the M8 model, a 32-inch 4K monitor. It features AI upscaling, which takes lower resolution up to nearly 4K. The AI processes are powered by the NQM AI processor, which amplifies user voice while decreasing background noises.
The monitor supports connectivity with Galaxy Buds to facilitate 360 Audio mode to create an immersive sound experience. There’s also a built-in camera to use for video calls. The Smart Monitor is packed with Smart TV apps and Samsung TV Plus, opening up its functionality to provide access to streaming services, without requiring a PC.
| Smart Monitor series | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | M80D | M70D | M50D |
| Screen Size | 32" | 43", 32" | 32", 27" |
| Panel Type | VA, Flat | VA, Flat | VA, Flat |
| Brightness (Typ.) | 400 cd/m2 | 300 cd/m2 | 250 cd/m2 |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Contrast Ratio | 3000:1 | 32": 3000:1 | 43", 5000:1 |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Response Time | 4ms | 4ms | 4ms |
| HDR | HDR 10+ | HDR 10 | HDR 10 |
| 4K Upscaling | Yes | No | No |
| Active Voice Amplifier Pro | Yes | No | No |
| VOD (Netflix, Youtube etc.) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gaming Hub | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| IoT Hub | Yes (Built-in) | Yes (Dongle Support) | Yes (Dongle Support) |
| Voice Assistant | Yes (Far Field Voice) | Yes (Far Field Voice) | - |
| Workspace | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multiview | 2 Screens (Full Screen) | 2 Screens | 2 Screens |
| Multicontrol | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Audio Mode | Yes | - | - |
| Workout Tracker | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mouse & Keyboard Control (With ESB) |
Yes | Yes | No |
| Interface | 1 HDMI (2.0), 2 USB-A, 1 USB-C (65W) |
2 HDMI (2.0), 3 USB-A, 1 USB-C (65W) |
2 HDMI (1.4), 2 USB-A |
| Camera | In-Box (Slim Fit Camera) |
Compatible | Compatible |
| Speaker | 5Wx2 | 43": 10Wx2 | 32": 5Wx2 |
| Adaptive Picture | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Eye Saver Mode/Flicker Free | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Icon Slim Design | Yes | - | - |
| Colour | Warm White | Black/White | Black/White |
| Stand | HAS, Pivot, Tilt | Simple | Simple |
Apart from the M8 model, there is also the M7 model which comes in 32-inch and 43-inch options with 4K resolution, 300 nits peak brightness, and 4 ms response time. The M5 offers 27” and 32” FHD display with 250 nits peak brightness, and 4 ms response time.
ViewFinity Series
Samsung says that its ViewFinity series has been designed and optimised for creators and professionals. The new lineup includes ViewFinity S8 (S80UD and S80D models), ViewFinity S7 (S70D model) and the ViewFinity S6 (S60UD and S60D models).
All the new ViewFinity monitors support HDR10 and feature 1 billion colours, and the monitors are TÜV-Rheinland-certified, which means efforts have been made to reduce eyestrain during long work periods.
| ViewFinity series | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | S80UD | S80D | S70D | S60UD | S60D |
| Screen Size | 27"/32" | 27"/32" | 27"/32" | 24"/27"/32" | 24"/27"/32" |
| Panel Type |
IPS (27")/ |
IPS (27")/ VA (32") |
IPS (27")/ VA (32") |
IPS | IPS |
| Brightness (Typ.) | 350 nits | 350 nits | 350 nits | 350 nits | 350 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | 60Hz | 100Hz | 100Hz |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 2560x1440 | 2560x1440 |
| Colour Gamut | sRGB 99% | sRGB 99% | sRGB 99% | sRGB 99% | sRGB 99% |
| Interface |
1 USB-C (90W) |
1 HDMI (2.0) 1 DP (1.2) USB Hub (1Up/3Dn) |
1 HDMI (2.0) 1 DP (1.2) |
1 USB-C (90W) 1 HDMI (2.0) 1 DP (1.4) 1 DP out (1.4) USB Hub (1Up/3Dn) |
1 HDMI (2.0) 1 DP (1.4) HDMI, DP, USB Hub (1Up/3Dn) |
| LAN | Yes | - | - | Yes | - |
| Daisy Chain | - | - | - | Yes | - |
| KVM Switch | Yes | - | - | Yes | - |
| Intelligent Eye Care | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Stand Type | HAS Easy Setup Stand | HAS Easy Setup Stand | Simple Easy Setup Stand | HAS Easy Setup Stand | HAS Easy Setup Stand |
| VESA | 100x100 | 100x100 | |||
ViewFinity 8 has a 4K UHD display, 60Hz refresh rate, and 350 nits peak brightness, and comes in 27” and 32” screen size options. The S7 model features the same screen size options, resolution, brightness, and refresh rate. ViewFinity S6 has a QHD display with a 100Hz refresh rate and the same peak brightness and screen options as the S7, but also offers a 24-inch size option.
Price and availability in India
Samsung OLED G6 in Black colour option starts at ₹92,399. The Smart Monitor series has a starting price of ₹15,399. The ViewFinity monitors start from ₹21,449. All of these monitors will be available in India from June 5, 2024, on Samsung e-store, Samsung Shop, Amazon, Flipkart, and other retail stores.
Samsung adds AI upscaling to OLED G8
Samsung has added AI upscaling technology to its new OLED G8 gaming monitor. The OLED G8 is the first-ever AI-powered gaming monitor, and Samsung claims that the monitor is capable of upscaling lower-resolution content up to “nearly 4K”.
The gaming monitor’s upscaling mode only works when using the built-in Smart TV apps and Samsung Gaming Hub (when it is on PQ priority mode). Apart from the upscaling, the 32-inch OLED gaming monitor features the NQ8 AI Gen3 processor, which is also present in Samsung’s Neo QLED 8K TVs that were released earlier this year.
Other features of this gaming monitor include 4K resolution at 240Hz refresh rate, and it can deliver up to 250 nits of peak brightness. The monitor also supports FreeSync Premium Pro. Samsung has announced that the Odyssey OLED G8 is priced at $1,299.99, and the Indian pricing is yet to be revealed.
