Samsung G5 Odyssey 32" - Good for Gaming?

Started by frozenleg on July 10, 2024

I'm looking at the Samsung G5 Odyssey 32" monitor, and I was wondering if it's a good choice for gaming. What are your thoughts?

Solved by herrokatie in post #7
@SikhMagnet, if you're concerned about color reproduction, you might want to read this TechReviewer article Is the Samsung 32" G5 Odyssey Good for Gaming? which goes into detail about different display technologies and how they affect your gaming experience.

I've been using the G5 Odyssey for a few months now, and it's fantastic! The 144 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time make it perfect for gaming.

Yes, @stevierayblonde is right. The TechReviewer article Is the Samsung 32" G5 Odyssey Good for Gaming? provides an in-depth analysis of this monitor, which makes it easy to see why it's great for gaming. I particularly enjoyed the section on refresh rates.

That's good to know! Thanks for the recommendation, @stevierayblonde and @herrokatie. I'm starting to lean towards getting one. The 144 Hz refresh rate seems like a game-changer for my gaming experience.

I've been considering this monitor too! How does the color reproduction hold up? I know it has a 72% NTSC color capability, but I want to make sure it's good for watching movies and stuff as well.

The colors are very vibrant and accurate. I've been really happy with the VA display panel type. It makes everything pop!

@SikhMagnet, if you're concerned about color reproduction, you might want to read this TechReviewer article Is the Samsung 32" G5 Odyssey Good for Gaming? which goes into detail about different display technologies and how they affect your gaming experience.

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Thanks for all the input! I think I'll go ahead and order one. My current monitor is starting to show its age, so it's definitely time for an upgrade.

Awesome! You won't be disappointed with the G5 Odyssey. Enjoy your new monitor!