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- The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 is an uncompromising ultra-wide that demands a top-tier PC and specific outputs to justify its performance.
- It delivers 7,680 by 2,160 native 4K on a 57-inch VA panel with excellent color accuracy and up to 1,000-nit brightness.
- DisplayPort 2.1 is required to reach 240Hz; otherwise you'll be capped at 120Hz, and you'll need a modern GPU to push native frames.
- Expensive but strong value for competitive gamers with room; casual players should skip it and consider cheaper alternatives like the Asus model.
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An ultra-wide curved gaming monitor with ridiculous specs is every gamer’s dream, but they (usually) don’t come cheap. The 57-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G9, one of the best ultra-wide gaming monitors on the market, is currently on sale for $1,499.99 (originally $2,499.99 at launch)—that’s its second-best discount, according to price-checking tools.
The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 Series is not a regular ultra-wide gaming monitor. It has impressive specs, but you’ll need a top-notch gaming computer with specific outputs to take full advantage of its 240Hz refresh rate potential.
This monitor came out in 2023 with an “excellent” review from PCMag, mainly due to its impressive 7,680 by 2,160 4K native resolution, the ridiculous 57-inch screen size, its great color range and accuracy, the 240Hz refresh rate, and its design. The VA panel also means you get a bright 1,000-nit screen. To make full use of its powerful 240Hz refresh rate, you’ll need to use a DisplayPort 2.1, or you’ll be limited to 120Hz. You’ll also need a powerful modern graphics card that is able to push the frames at a native resolution to max out the monitor’s potential.
What do you think so far?
Although it is pricey, this monitor is a great value for the right gamer. You’ll need plenty of space to fit a 57-inch screen, as well as a powerful computer to justify using the monitor—if you’re not a competitive gamer with a powerful computer, it’s probably not worth the price tag. Instead, consider this Asus gaming monitor going for $329.99 (originally $499) right now.
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