Samsung - Odyssey OLED G8

[2 main ones are the AW3423DWF and the G85SB.](https://www.reddit.com/r/buildapcmonitor/comments/1h2h5uf/dell_alienware_aw3423dwf_vs_samsung_odyssey_oled/) I agree that the Alienware has better software and overall build quality from my experience. There is a newer gen that just got announced, but the AW3423DWF is like $650 now and super worth it.

Just got the AW3425DW for 768€, and it's fantastic, I'd recommend this monitor. I also had the G85SB before, this monitor is basically the same, with a second gen panel, and a higher refresh rate. And you don't have to go into the service menu to fix this monitor, unlike the G85SB. There is one little issue though. You can't use power law 2.2 gamma (actual 2.2 gamma) with the Alienware. The workaround is to use an ICC profile which converts Windows's SRGB emulation into 2.2 gamma. You can download it from GitHub. Then for SDR content you just enable the profile to have proper 2.2 gamma.

LG. Don’t waste your time with any of the Samsung qd oleds, they are all junk. Just make sure you get a GS model, like the LG 34gs95qe-b. Over the span of 3 weeks I tried the Samsung g85sb, g60sd, and g80sd. The fringing on the 1st Gen qdoled panels is so bad that using the g85sb for any more than 30 minutes resulted in a migraine that lasted the rest of the day which is something I had never experienced before. Despite what reviews say, the gen 3 panels yielded little to no improvement over the gen 1 as far as fringing goes. 2 more blaring issues that are prominent on all QD OLED displays are 1. Elevated blacks and 2. A very slight purple/pink tint to everything. Both issues play off of eachother and even in a pitch black room with only the screen on, the screen will pick up its own light and boost blacks and glow ever so slightly pinkish as a result. The LG 34GS95QE-B on the other hand looks very close to my 55” C4 and has the perfect blacks that you expect when buying an OLED. Don’t be fooled by the glossy diehards either. On a TV, sure glossy can be much nicer. But on a PC monitor I’ve found the matte to be the way to go.

800r curve is great, Takes 5 mins to get used to. I had a sammy g85sb (1800r) for a week before I returned it. That monitor may as well have been flat with how weak the curve was, and I actually preferred using my flat 55” c4 in 3440x1440 over the Sammy monitor. Different story when comparing my 34gs95qe-b to the c4 though.

Well put, I agree it is more of a semigloss. Prior to ordering this LG I spent a week with each of the Samsung odyssey OLEDS; the first gen glossy 160hz(?) 34”, the matte 360hz 27” and the 32” 4k. The combination of the reflections from the gloss in addition to the unavoidable purple glow that plagues QDOLEDS was giving me migraines with the 34” and I couldn’t stand using it. The 27” and 32” versions have a matte/semigloss coating like the LG’s and I found them to be MUCH better in terms of being able to actually use them for more than 20 minutes at a time before feeling like my head and eyeballs are going to explode. The purple glow problem is still real though, and I would argue that it is worse with matte/semigloss on QDOLED. They cannot/would not display deep inky blacks like the LG WOLEDs do and definitely don’t get as bright on large windows. The ABL on Samsung monitors is also EXTREMELY agressive and causes a severe dimming/flashing effect that completely takes away from the OLED and HDR experience during busy scenes with lots of bright moving objects. If you haven’t already, download colorcontrol off of GitHub and set up a couple of HDR profiles using the monitors native colourspace, peak brightness in nits, and I would create one for gamma 2.2, 2.4 and 2.6. This really brought my LG to life. An added bonus, if you’re running an AMD card make sure to open adrenaline and navigate to global display settings. You’ll need to turn on custom colour and DISABLE colour temperature control.

Shout out to PP! Great advice. I set it up and now my 34” G8 OLED is doing 5K2K on AC: Shadows at 100FPS using DLDSR with DLSS 4 Quality. I have a 4090 btw. I was planning to grab the new LG eventually but this may do the trick.

It looks really really good. You can certainly see the difference vs its native 1440p. I tested it with AC:Shadows, CP2077, TLOU2, and Horizon:FW, all looked incredible. CP2077 was the most demanding during my testing but still managed a stable 60FPS maxed out, all others were north of 100FPS maxed. I’ll likely grab the LG much later on now and save myself some money as his feature with DLDSR is pretty cool.

I assume it is the newer version of their g8 you are referring (according to this article - [https://news.samsung.com/global/infographic-discover-the-perfect-oled-gaming-monitor-for-your-gaming-style](https://news.samsung.com/global/infographic-discover-the-perfect-oled-gaming-monitor-for-your-gaming-style) ) to since we both live in Denmark and I've had my eye on the exact same monitor as you. I would say go for it because I do not think it will be a such high discount for a good while. - edit if we are talking about this monitor [https://www.power.dk/computere-og-tablets/monitorer-og-skaerme/pc-skaerme/samsung-odyssey-oled-g8-g85sd-34-uwqhd-gamingskaerm/p-3332557/store/3803/?gad\_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA-Oi7BhA1EiwA2rIu27Pw-8rTMZs3kqA6N-yp7Sm2eLX3UyPH4DIR6vPFTlJ-jbqmQXtzHxoCgIcQAvD\_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds](https://www.power.dk/computere-og-tablets/monitorer-og-skaerme/pc-skaerme/samsung-odyssey-oled-g8-g85sd-34-uwqhd-gamingskaerm/p-3332557/store/3803/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA-Oi7BhA1EiwA2rIu27Pw-8rTMZs3kqA6N-yp7Sm2eLX3UyPH4DIR6vPFTlJ-jbqmQXtzHxoCgIcQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds)

i like 34 21:19 ultra wide more i have a oled samsung odyssey g85sb its only 175 hz tho

I have the Samsung G8 OLED, and now I couldn't go back to an LCD panel. In my opinion, the premium is worth it for the additional benefits of proper HDR and true to life colours

Mine is LS34BG850SUXEN apparently. I use mine with emails and spreadsheets while I'm working from home, and the colour fringing that affects QD OLED panels doesn't affect me at all, I only notice it if I get really close and try to see it. Some people are sensitive too it, most want notice it unless they're actively trying to see it

If you can stretch your budget, this [Samsung Odyssey G8 OLED](https://www.samsung.com/ph/monitors/gaming/odyssey-oled-g8-g85sd-34-inch-oled-ultra-wqhd-ls34dg850sexxp/) is at a very low price now of **Php 42,776**. That's a steal if you ask me. In the past there was also a Philips EVNIA OLED ultrawide at around the same price. But it has disappeared or gone out of stock entirely. That Samsung OLED is probably the best deal at the moment. Fast VA panels on ultrawides are hard to find. Your only option would be the Samsung ultrawides like the 240Hz Odyssey G9's which are too expensive, too large, and not practical. If you are looking for a more affordable "ultrawide like" experience here are some suggestions: * [TITAN ARMY P40UG](https://www.lazada.com.ph/products/pdp-i4582324280.html?spm=a2o4l.store_product.list.7.127817c7pRZCY4) = Php 20,999 - The only affordable IPS ultrawide available with 3440x1440 resolution and 144Hz flat panel. The Titan Army brand is a bit of a gamble, but in theory the specs are good since it is advertised using an AD-IPS panel from BOE. So ghosting or smearing should be minimal due to IPS pixel response times which are faster than most VA panels. * [Samsung Odyssey G6 32-inch](https://www.samsung.com/ph/monitors/gaming/odyssey-g65b-g6-32-inch-240hz-1ms-curved-qhd-1440p-ls32bg652eexxp/) = Php 24,799 - Not an ultrawide but the experience is very close. This monitor is using Samsung's Fast VA panel, with aggressive 1000R curve and a large 32-inch screen size. In person this monitor will fill up your peripheral vision (horizontal and vertical) for an immersive experience. The panel is bright, very fast at 240Hz, with wide color gamut due to Quantum Dot tech. It can also be used as a standalone Smart TV with remote if you like watching Netflix and other streaming channels. If you are looking for immersion, the Samsung Odyssey G6 is worth considering since the curve will offer an illusion of depth in first person view / over the shoulder view games. The VA panel is fast and not prone to smearing or ghosting and the lower resolution (2560x1440) will be kinder to graphics cards. But if you really want the ultra widescreen format (21:9) then the Titan Army P40UG might be worth considering. It has a large 40-inch flat panel though, so make sure your desk setup can accommodate a very wide monitor. Not sure about the quality and reliability of Titan Army / Titan Legion, but it is a well known gaming brand in China.

Chances are slim but who knows!  I currently own an OLED G8 34” and would love to put my hands on an LG to try first hand the difference between QD and W OLED. What better monitor to do it than this beast? 45 inches, 5K2K resolution… what I’m not so sold on is 800R curvature, a bit too steep for my likings but never owned one so would be nice to spend some time with it and, maybe, change my mind 👍

There’s no Gen3 ultrawide G8, the newer 240hz version has the same gen1 panel (subpixel structure is the same). Same text clarity and HDR performance (maybe better EOTF but same brightness level)

Thought this was r/ultrawidemasterrace and was wondering why everyone was commenting on just the screen size. 😂 Glad it’s supported. I play on a G8 so I have more support than you in general but sometimes devs make terrible decisions. (Looking at you, square enix)