Samsung Electronics today unveiled its 2025 Smart Monitor, Odyssey Gaming Monitor, and ViewFinity Monitor lineups, all of which will be on display at Samsung’s First Look at CES on January 5.
The 2025 models introduce advancements in monitor technology, featuring AI capabilities, industry-first refresh rates in the OLED market, and innovative form factors designed to enhance user experiences across work, play, and creative pursuits.
“With the new monitors in our industry-leading lineups, we are providing users with a wider range of options to enhance their computing experiences,” said Hoon Chung, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “By integrating AI and introducing groundbreaking screen sizes and form factors, we are delivering solutions that cater to the evolving needs of users worldwide.”
Smart Monitor: Elevating Entertainment and Efficiency
The 2025 Smart Monitor introduces AI-powered features that enhance entertainment and user interactivity.
- AI Picture Optimizer: This feature analyzes input signals to automatically optimize display settings based on content type, ensuring optimal viewing experiences for various applications.
- 4K AI Upscaling Pro: Leveraging advanced AI processing, this feature enhances lower-resolution content to near-4K quality, delivering improved clarity and detail.
The Smart Monitor features a 32-inch 4K OLED display with VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 400 for exceptional contrast and vivid colors. Its sleek design and user-friendly Easy Setup Stand facilitate effortless workspace creation.
Odyssey Gaming Monitor Series: Pushing the Limits of Gaming Performance
The 2025 Odyssey gaming monitor series introduces two industry-first innovations:
- Odyssey OLED G8: The world’s first 27-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor, delivering high pixel density and a 240Hz refresh rate for immersive, high-fidelity gaming experiences.
- Odyssey OLED G6: The first OLED gaming monitor with a 500Hz refresh rate on its QHD display, offering high-speed performance and ultra-smooth gameplay for competitive gamers.
Both models feature 0.03ms (GTG) response times, AMD FreeSync™ Premium Pro, and NVIDIA G-Sync™ Compatibility for tear-free and stutter-free gameplay. VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 400 delivers deep blacks and vibrant colors, while OLED Glare Free technology minimizes distracting reflections.
The Odyssey 3D gaming monitor, also showcased at CES, delivers an immersive 3D experience without the need for specialized glasses.
ViewFinity S8: Expanding the Boundaries of Productivity
The 37-inch ViewFinity S8, the largest 16:9 4K monitor to date, offers an expansive viewing area for enhanced productivity and immersive experiences. Its 99% sRGB color gamut ensures accurate color representation for professional workflows.
The ViewFinity S8 is TÜV Rheinland certified for “Ergonomic Workspace Display,” promoting user comfort and productivity. Intelligent Eye Care technology reduces eye strain by adjusting color temperature based on ambient lighting.
With a simple Easy Setup Stand, the S8 also keeps productivity high through a built-in KVM switch, turning the monitor into a single command station for multitasking across several devices with only one mouse and keyboard.
Technical Specifications
| Monitor | Smart Monitor M9 | Odyssey OLED G8 | Odyssey OLED G6 | ViewFinity S8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | M90SF | G81SF | G60SF | S80UD |
| Display Size | 32-inch | 27-inch | 27-inch | 37-inch |
| Resolution | 4K (3840 x 2160) | 4K (3840 x 2160) | QHD (2560 x 1440) | 4K (3840 x 2160) |
| Panel Type | OLED | OLED | OLED | – |
| Refresh Rate | – | 240Hz | 500Hz | – |
| Response Time | – | 0.03ms (GTG) | 0.03ms (GTG) | – |
| HDR | VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 400 | VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 400 | VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 400 | – |
| Notable Features | AI Picture Optimizer, 4K AI Upscaling Pro, Built-in 4K Camera | AMD FreeSync™ Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-Sync™ Compatible, OLED Glare Free | AMD FreeSync™ Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-Sync™ Compatible, OLED Glare Free | 99% sRGB, TÜV Rheinland certified, Intelligent Eye Care, Built-in KVM Switch, 90W USB-C |
How does Samsung Gaming Monitor compare to the LG GX9?
Similarly, LG Electronics (LG) has unveiled the UltraGear™ GX9 series of gaming monitors at CES 2025, a lineup that features several industry-first innovations. The Samsung and LG monitor lines both offer cutting-edge display technologies, but with distinct strengths. On a technical level, the LG GX9 and Samsung Odyssey lines exhibit key differences. The LG GX9 boasts a 5K2K resolution, offering exceptional detail, while many Samsung Odyssey models operate at 4K or QHD. The GX9’s unique selling point is its bendable OLED panel, allowing for customized viewing experiences. Samsung Odyssey models, conversely, offer a wider array of panel technologies with higher refresh rate, catering to diverse preferences and budgets.
Source: Samsung
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