Monitor features and design

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH) is a high-end gaming monitor with a 32-inch QD-OLED panel that offers a maximum refresh rate of 240 Hz and 4K resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels). It includes a matte Glare Free coating to minimize reflections and supports both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync technologies to reduce screen tearing during gameplay.

Connectivity and stand options

The monitor comes with a VESA-compatible stand that allows for portrait mode and up to 59 cm of height adjustment. It offers multiple connectivity options, including one DisplayPort 2.1, two HDMI 2.1 ports, two USB-A 3.2 Gen1 ports, and a USB-C port that can deliver 98 W for charging. However, it lacks built-in speakers and relies on a headphone jack for audio output.

HDR and color performance

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 is certified for VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 and supports HDR10+. It does not support Dolby Vision, which is uncommon in gaming. In standard dynamic range (SDR) mode, its maximum brightness was measured at 325 cd/m², which is average for an OLED monitor. In HDR mode, the peak brightness reached 532 cd/m² over a 10% screen area.

Color accuracy and gamut coverage

The monitor's color accuracy in SDR mode had a delta E of 4.30, which is slightly above the threshold of 3 where color deviations become noticeable. In HDR mode, the delta E was 2.3, which is within acceptable limits. Its color gamut coverage for Rec.2020 and DCI-P3 was measured at 78.3% and 98.8%, respectively, showing strong performance in wide color spaces.

Input lag and power usage

The monitor's input lag was measured at 9 ms in Full HD at 60 Hz, which can be reduced to 4.70 ms at 120 Hz. Its power consumption at 150 cd/m² was measured at 40.9 W, placing it third in a comparison of similar monitors. It requires an external power supply and features an OLED panel that provides infinite contrast, which is ideal for games with dark scenes like horror titles.

Additional performance metrics

The monitor's reflectance was measured at 6.3%, the best in the comparison, and its default color temperature was measured at 6227 K, slightly higher than the ideal 6500 K. Its gamma was measured at 2.58, which may affect the rendering of dark areas. In HDR mode, the monitor's black levels were measured at 5% gray level, which is higher than expected, and its default calibration in the Graphic mode may need adjustment for optimal performance.