Customer Ratings & Reviews

So after having and testing this monitor for a week, I can say I'm mostly pleased with it at this cost level. I was pleasantly surprised to see that it had smart functions built in to make watching streaming services easy and integrated. It also comes with a nice little rechargeable remote that connects via USBC. It actually feels decently made. You also have some buttons on the center underside of the frame of the monitor to help with control. The overall putting it together process was very simply and intuitive, took less than 5min. This does have a rather large power supply that runs a bit hot, just to be noted. As for picture quality, this is a QHD/2k monitor that supports G and Freesync with up to 240Hz. I was able to run Apex and Fortnite on max settings with my rig and achieve stable visuals at hfr. The actual picture is fairly decent. It does have HDR support, albeit at a basic level that doesn't really give you the pop you find on higher level iterations, but it's still noticeable. I also enjoy the curved screen for immersion. The area if lacks and loses a star is the black level. Which is ironic being that it's listed as a VA panel, which should have superb blacks and contrast. It's not terrible, I just noticed some backlight bleed and flashlighting on dark scenes. This is something that is likely to vary from device to device. I also appreciate the built in speakers. They're not the best, lacking any real low end, but are perfectly acceptable for watching a show or streaming videos if you don't want to wear your headset and don't have an external system. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the almighty RGB lighting as well. It is subtle, yet present. Only showing on the lower speaker portion of the monitor casing, as well as the central connection of the stand to the monitor on the back. Of which it has this semi translucent plastic cog design that helps diffuse the lighting. Overall, this is a great monitor with a lot of features at a decent price point. It's only shortcomings are in the HDR and somewhat inconsistent black levels, but that's to be expected, as this isn't an OLED. It's base is also rather large and obtuse. Response time is excellent, as well as it meeting it's other specified specs.

Bottom Line: The Samsung Odyssey G6’s curved screen creates an immersive gaming or movie watching experience. Pros: immersive curved screen; 1440p with high refresh rate; great contrast; useful remote control. Cons: light bloom on edges; smart hub might not be for everyone; limited swivel; curved screen not good for productivity. Review: This is my first curved screen monitor, and the curve does create an immersive gaming and viewing experience, especially in games where enemies may sneak up on you from the sides (for example, Resident Evil 3). The 1440p resolution and high refresh rate make this monitor a good choice for gamers who want to step up from 1080p, and the DisplayHDR 600 picture offers very good contrast between bright and dark areas. I’ve been playing Dark Souls a lot lately, and the bonfire looks much brighter than it did on my HDR400 display. Additionally, there was sharp contrast of details on some enemies hiding in the shadows that really stood out. The speakers produce good sound which is on par with what you would expect from a TV this size. For discerning players, the monitor also has an HDMI ARC port and headphone jack. I also like that there is a remote control, which allows one to access the settings without fiddling with the buttons you can’t see under the monitor. The screen isn’t perfect, however, and, as is often the case with edge-lit screens, there is noticeable bloom along the edges. It’s most apparent if the image on the edge is black and you’re viewing the screen in the dark. For me, the Smart Hub (essentially Smart TV-like software) that controls the monitor is a mixed bag. On one hand, it’s convenient to have media apps built-in so one can essentially use the monitor like a TV for media consumption. On the other, like a Smart TV, the monitor treats connected devices like apps inside the hub. The monitor attempts to auto recognize devices, but I find it faster and easier just to navigate to the connected port manually with the remote. Hence, the need to go through the hub could be frustrating for some who just want a simple plug-and-play experience. Last, I find that the monitor does not work well for productivity. The swivel (left and right) is pretty limited, and so it doesn’t work well as a second screen when connected to a laptop because I can’t turn the screen to face me as much as I need it to. Additionally, while the screen is really immersive for content consumption, the curve makes using productivity software and multiple apps awkward.

Don'tpass it up if you get a chance. Great upgrade and love the curve. Just hits different.

Great screen. Love gaming on this display, but also makes getting work done awesome!

Same as computer excellent screen I really don.t have more to sayove best buy,love the employees and love your products

As a casual console gamer who is new to PC gaming, I recently got my hands on the Samsung Odessey 27” G6 Smart Gaming Monitor, and I must say that so far I’m really liking this thing. Coming from a 65” LG CX in my living room, I really looked into this so I could have decent display to move the gaming to my man cave. I was initially skeptical about only going with a 27” LED monitor because outside of console gaming, I really like to watch movies in my man cave (meaning Picture Quality, screen size & black levels are paramount). However, picture and size concerns were put to rest once I ran the “Smart Calibration” feature with my Galaxy S23 Ultra and experienced just how immersive a curved monitor really is. I would recommend calibration and turning down the sharpness to zero be done immediately because the out of the box settings produce edge ringing and over saturation in the picture. This brings us to black levels. The G6 touts it’s local dimming and contrast enhancement features but there is still a noticeable grayish wash in the darker areas due to zone “blooming”. In terms of panel type, the Samsung Odyssey G6 is a VA LED panel, while the LG CX uses OLED technology. While OLED panels are hands down better in the black level department, the G6 still has amazing contrast due to its sheer nits brightness! I’m also finding that since games are almost always fullscreen, the benefit of the G6’s VA panel over my CX OLED is I get (and I stress to you) INCREDIBLE shadow detail! I played Gears5 on in 4K60 and 1440 @ 120hz on the SeriesX and it was truly a sight to see. I tried to do 4K@120 and it appears the monitor does not support HDMI 2.1. Overall, both panel types have their pros and cons and it really comes down to personal preference. That being said, as a casual gamer who primarily plays on consoles, the Odyssey G6's fast refresh rate of 240Hz and low input lag made a noticeable difference in my gaming experience. However, I would recommend connecting your controller directly to its source device as input lag increases significantly when the controller is connected to the Odyssey Monitor via bluetooth. The monitor's resolution of 1440p also struck a nice balance between fidelity and performance. The only drawback being the poor implementation of Game Mode Auto. The need to manually switch the console resolution & frame-rate in order to restore the monitor to “Movie (Calibrated)” is particularly frustrating. or In terms of design, the Samsung Odyssey G6 is sleek and modern, with thin bezels and a sturdy stand that make it easy to set up and adjust to the perfect viewing angle. “Core-Light” is an awesome dynamic LED feature located on the back of the monitor and on the speaker area. It can be set to either respond to the in-game action or be used as a customizable ambient mood light when streaming media of. I and make me want to The monitor's built-in cable management system also helped keep my desk clean and organized. Also, Tizen comes in at a close 2nd to Apple as THE best user interface. The landing pages for Gaming, Media, and layout is very clean, easy to navigate, and intuitive. Overall, I highly recommend the Samsung Odyssey G6 to any console gamer looking to make the switch to PC gaming. While it may not have the same screen size as my LG CX OLED, it more than makes up for it with its fast refresh rate, low input lag, and vivid colors. Whether you're playing on an Xbox Series X, Apple TV 4K, or NVidia 3070 graphics card, this monitor is a great choice for enhancing your gaming experience. 4.5/5

The Samsung Odyssey G6 27” Curved QHD FreeSync Smart Monitor - Black is a beauty to behold. The sleek Elegance of the curved screen and the thick sturdy form gives confidence in the design principles while being functional at the same time. The curved screen idea really works and I can see that having two identical screens it would be very nice. At the moment I have one curved 27-inch and one flat 27-inch and even one curved screen really helps. It just seems like with two flat screens I am never able to get them at just the right angle. Moving on to the functional characteristics of theb Samsung Odyssey G6 27” monitor I will start off by saying this monitor has a really impressive built in menu. The Samsung smart monitor experience is unlike anything I have ever seen before. During set up you have the option of using the included remote or your smartphone. I chose to use the included remote and it works very well and is quite easy to use with a simple but effective layout. The Samsung smart menu is very thorough and covers everything from Gaming mode to movie mode. It is very detailed and has options that I never though would be included. I am very impressed with Samsungs comprehensive software and I believe they put a lot of effort into the Smart monitor software on the Odyssey G6 27”. Moving on to gaming with the Samsung Odyssey G6 27” smart monitor. I was very surprised and impressed with this monitors gaming capability. The Samsung Odyssey G6 is so smooth and games look very good on the 2560x1440 display along with the high refresh rate of 240Hz really makes a difference. It is hard to explain and I do not know that anyone would be able to understand the difference in performance unless they experienced it in person. I have never owned a monitor with a refresh rate higher than 60Hz so I did not know what to expect. I just knew right away that something was very different regarding gameplay than any other monitor I have used. It is a next level experience that I believe is a combination of the curved screen the high refresh rate and the 2k pixel density. I believe that the 2560x1440 is the ideal pixel density for a 27” gaming monitor. So much so at least for my preferences that I am not sure I would like a larger screen with the same pixel density. I like sharp and defined images especially when gaming. This monitor really brought gaming to a new level for me and I love the curved screen. If you are looking for a good gaming monitor that can also be a TV and serve as a normal computer monitor I do not think you will find a better option than the Samsung Odyssey G6 27” curved QHD Freesync Smart Monitor. This monitor does it all and more!

Unboxing the monitor was a mix of positives and negatives. On the plus side, the monitor was shipped face down, which meant that assembly was very easy; the box doubled as a safe place to keep the monitor while work was being done. I didn't have to find a flat spot, something to protect the screen, or anything else, while I was putting it together. All the parts and pieces were individually wrapped, and they were all labeled, which was nice, as well as having a QR code. I'm not sure what that was for, but I'm assuming it was possibly for assembly, warranty, or something else. The sticker came off of the wrapping easily, so I didn't have to tear it and potentially ruin important information, had I needed to reference the part name or QR code. On the minus side, the instructions for assembly were extremely small and made no reference to any of the individual pieces. Luckily, assembly was intuitive, and I only ended up with 1 leftover piece. The labels on the individually wrapped pieces are also very small. Finally, the monitor came with a DP cable. For those who are familiar with, or expecting, an HDMI cable, like I was, it created an extra step as I felt I needed to look up DP versus HDMI to determine if I was using what came with the monitor, or if I needed to rummage through my cable bin for a spare. Setup was easy, but time consuming. I elected to put the monitor where it was going to be before attaching cables. While there is a cutout for cables to keep them from protruding from the back of the monitor, the black plastic embossed labels were very hard to read when trying to find the correct ports. A redesign to better make the ports, and labels, easier to access and read is probably a good idea. I also appreciated the fact that there is a built-in rubber band to help with cable management, but a better setup would have been to route the cables through the upright portion of the pedestal to fully hid them. Once everything was connected, I easily put the screen into position through its almost-infinite range of motion. Height, side-to-side, and tilt adjustment are very smooth and easy, but I wonder about what happens when the friction brakes wear out and no longer keep the screen where it is. Finally, because this is basically a smart TV, once it's turned on initially, updates are required. Be prepared, as this took quite a bit of time. It reminded me of the old Windows screens that kept a countdown of time remaining, in some cases approaching hours or months. It wasn't that long of course, but it was quite reminiscent. After all updates were made that required WiFi, the remainder of the setup was very straightforward. The included remote control was very helpful, but the volume control wasn't intuitive. It took me a couple of repetitions of muting and unmuting the volume before I realized the button was also a rocker. After using the monitor, I'm quite impressed. I primarily use it for work as a 3rd screen. The over size shows all the information I could ever want. SharePoint sites are in full, and scrolling is kept to a minimum. While in desktop mode however, pictures are very grainy. This could be because most photos and images aren't optimized for a screen of this resolution and size, but it is something to consider. I do like the auto-off feature, which means that when I shut down my main laptop, I don't have to manually turn off the monitor. The built-in streaming video services are handy, too. A quick switch of inputs, and I can do work on another couple of screens while something else plays on the TV. My only complaint is attempting to maximize the eye strain/energy-saving features. If I put optimization on 'high', the screen acts like an old CRT where it becomes false-colored, pixelated, and completely unusable. I had to reset everything to factory to get it back to where I could see things again. Overall, this is a pretty good buy. The footprint isn't that bad for a screen that size, setup was relatively easy, and the performance is what I expected. Depending on what you're looking for in a dual-option monitor, you could do a lot worse.

Good screen. I love that it works as a tv also. A+