Samsung 34' Odyssey G85SB Series QD-OLED Ultra WQHD Curved Gaming Monitor, 175Hz, 0.03ms, DisplayHDR True Black 400, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Advanced Game Streaming, LS34BG850SNXZA, 2023

I've been using the Samsung 34" Odyssey G85SB Series QD-OLED Ultra WQHD Curved Gaming Monitor for a few months now, and all I can say is - I love it!Visuals: The QD-OLED technology paired with the Neo Quantum Processor delivers a visual experience that's simply unmatched. The colors are vivid, the blacks are inky (thanks to DisplayHDR True Black 400), and the contrast is breathtaking. Every game feels like a cinematic experience, with details popping out like never before.Performance: With a 175Hz refresh rate and a mind-boggling 0.03ms response time, this monitor is a beast for gaming. The motion clarity is phenomenal, ensuring that fast-paced games are smooth without any ghosting. AMD FreeSync Premium Pro ensures that screen tearing is a thing of the past, making for an incredibly immersive gameplay session.Ergonomics and Design: The 34-inch ultrawide curved screen doesn't just enhance the visual immersion; it's also incredibly comfortable for long gaming sessions. The slim metal design feels premium, and the stand is both sturdy and adjustable, allowing for perfect positioning. The Core Lighting+ adds a nice touch, enhancing the gaming setup aesthetic.Gaming Hub: The built-in Game Hub is a game-changer, allowing for instant access to streaming services without needing a PC. It's like having a smart TV integrated into your gaming monitor, which is just brilliant for quick gaming or watching content.Ease of Use: Despite its high-tech features, the setup was surprisingly straightforward. The menu system is intuitive, and the remote control that comes with it makes navigation a breeze. It's also packed with connectivity options like micro HDMI 2.1, which is forward-thinking for future consoles or PCs.Value: Yes, it's an investment, but for what you get, it's worth every penny. This monitor doesn't just elevate gaming; it transforms how you interact with digital content. After experiencing this, going back to anything less feels like a downgrade.Only a Small Caveat: The only minor issue is the lack of audio output, but that's easily remedied with external speakers. Given the screen's capabilities, this is a very small caveat indeed.Overall: This Samsung Odyssey G85SB has exceeded my expectations in every way. It's not just a monitor; it's a window into new worlds of gaming and entertainment. If you're serious about your gaming setup, this monitor will redefine what you expect from your display. Five stars without a doubt!

I really don't write reviews especially for electronic based thing, because it takes years of use to really know it's quality. However I've seen so many poor reviews solely based on this monitors user interface to where I felt the need to off set that with a 5 star review. I purchased this monitor looking at reviews first, expecting and an incredible screen with the worst UI imaginable... The screen is incredible, and the UI is great imo. Sure it's a little in your face for about 5 seconds when you turn it on, and you have to hit the power button on the remote if you don't like it counting down from 30 seconds when you turn of your PC. That is hardly an annoyance, and the fact that you actually have a remote is great. Who want to navigate anything using a knob or botton on the back of something? Why people hate the remote, claiming its reminds them of a TV is beyond me. The picture is great, the stand is perfect and not going to take up your whole desk like other monitors. Long story short I've had this for a week now with the intention of returning it if I didn't like it, I am not. Definitely worth the buy for it's current price of $650. My only frustration is that it's still on sale. And the lg ultra gear at the same size and with basically the same panel went from the same price to now $1300. Why even have Black Friday :(

I purchased this monitor in December 2024 as my first OLED and I greatly regret it.My first issue was with the setup process. This monitor is not plug and play. Instead you are forced to go through a lengthy setup process reminiscent of a smart TV. You are strongly encouraged to connect to wifi, enter a ton of personal data, and download various bloatware, though you can decline most of it if you are persistent.Samsung wants you to operate through a home screen that is unintuitive to operate and seems mostly designed to launch the various apps they are promoting. As other reviewers have stated this interface looks and feels terrible. After reading the massive privacy policy I chose to skip the apps so I cannot say if any of them are worth the download.Granted I have limited basis for comparison since this was my first OLED but the colors were dynamic and the contrast was certainly better than anything I have owned before. The screen size is decent and the curve is not as overexaggerated as some other out there which I appreciated.I did encounter an issue where the monitor would sometimes shut off randomly for several seconds, often multiple times in a row. It only seemed to happen to my PC connected through the mini HDMI port. I never figured out if it was a problem with the port, the drivers, or something else, but changing the cord made no difference.All of the above left me disgruntled but still willing to make it work. The monitor had other plans. The plastic used for the monitor's case feels cheaply made, the control button in particular. Aside from the included remote control, the only way to operate the monitor is using a small toggle switch located on the back of the screen. The button itself is smaller than a pea, has 5 degrees of movement (up, down, left, right, and middle click), and is made of a hollow, brittle plastic. Because of the messy way the UI is set up, there are some functions that cannot be carried out with the remote and you can only perform with this switch - most notably changing the inputs.This little piece lasted through less than 6 months of light use before it fell apart. Because of the size of the switch and the way it is recessed into the screen it is impossible to operate. There is now no way to change inputs other than physically pulling out and plugging in cords each time. Samsung customer service declared it to be "physical damage due to misuse" and refused to honor the warranty. For a company of Samsung's size and the price point of this monitor, I feel it is unacceptable for there to be such poor build quality. Even less acceptable to me is the company's refusal to stand behind their product.Pick a different monitor. You'll be happy you did.