57″ Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC overview: The world’s first twin UHD monitor delivers in spades | Digital Noch

Samsung has been tearing up the pavement these days relating to gaming displays. The 49″ Odyssey OLED G95SC launched earlier this 12 months was already spectacular because it stood. However Samsung was not proud of this, in order that they got here alongside to announce the 57″ Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC, the world’s first twin UHD monitor. The announcement was made in August with availability introduced for October with a $2,499.99 price ticket. Nicely, pre-orders are actually reside and we’ve got one of many first evaluations of this insanely massive monitor.

Estimated studying time: 18 minutes

The 57″ Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC not solely brings mainly two 32″ UHD displays in a single unit. However it additionally brings a 1000R curved display screen, a 240Hz refresh fee, a 1ms response time, DisplayPort 2.1, AMD FreeSync, Mini LED backlighting, and naturally, an insane 7680 × 2160 decision.

Just a few housekeeping issues to get out of the best way earlier than we bounce into this overview. I’m an off-the-cuff gamer, which I feel there are extra of us than you possibly can think about, so that you received’t get the nitty-gritty technical particulars on this overview. If that’s what you’re in search of, you then’ll want to seek out one other reviewer who does that form of factor. I base my evaluations on easy each day use by an on a regular basis person, not laborious core gaming blood use. I largely examined the 57″ Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC utilizing the brand new Alienware x16 and my Mac Mini M1. Moreover, I used Steam and a few Xbox Cloud gaming on PC for the gaming bits. I additionally examined video and photograph enhancing on this show. So sufficient of that, let’s get into my overview of the 57″ Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC.

The Fast Take

After I reviewed the 49″ Odyssey OLED, I saved this part quick. That isn’t altering right here, as that is an elementary fast take. However one factor that needs to be mentioned proper off the bat is that this, you will want to have the {hardware} to assist a few of these options. Don’t anticipate to plug in your 8-year-old gaming laptop computer and get all of the goodies right here. Mac customers must also know that you should utilize this together with your Mac, however older Macs are out, and newer Macs aren’t going to get you the complete decision, or refresh fee.

The denser Mini LED show is spectacular and delivers nice brightness, insane decision, a depraved refresh fee, and unbelievable response time. The 1000R curvature is definitely welcome. The OLED model I reviewed has a 1800R curve and I believed that was simply advantageous. However now, having used an identical monitor with the 1000R curve, I’m satisfied that the 1000R curve is superior.

General, the colours are vibrant, brightness is superb, blacks are deep (although not as deep because the OLED G9), efficiency was spot on. One factor lacking right here, which isn’t an enormous deal, is the Gaming Hub. Some customers might want that, nevertheless it’s not a substantial deal to us. I extremely suggest the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC when you’ve got the {hardware} to assist it or are going to purchase the {hardware} that helps it.

Specs

The 57″ Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC has the next options and specs:

What’s In The Field

• Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC
• Energy Cable
• HDMI Cable
• DisplayPort Cable
• USB 3.0 Cable
• Manuals and Documentation
• {Hardware}

Design

Samsung isn’t altering an enormous variety of issues with the design of the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC. The design language of the G9 is unquestionably right here and current. Like earlier G9’s, this unit has that 1000R curve and the Y formed stand. I most popular the pedestal stand on the G9 OLED, however I think the rationale to make use of the Y stand is for higher stability resulting from extra weight, although this unit isn’t tremendous heavy. However in comparison with the OLED, effectively, yeah, you get the thought.

The largest bodily variations between the 49″ OLED and this 57″ Mini LED G9 is the 1000R curve. We lined this in our OLED overview however it’s price speaking about curves once more. The chart beneath is a straightforward rationalization of the curves on these new gaming displays. The upper the quantity the much less of a curve, the decrease the quantity the extra curved the show.

The straightforward rationalization is that 1000R curved displays wrap in nearer to the person, which, in concept, provides the person a greater expertise and the power to see extra of the show with out turning their head. There may be a lot debate over this, I get a wonderful expertise from each 1000R and 1800R however since having the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC for overview, I’m now leaning in the direction of the 1000R camp is best.

OK, all of that nonsense out of the best way, you’ll want an enormous desk for this beast. At the least, if you happen to don’t need it hanging over the perimeters, you’ll want an enormous desk. My desk measures 54″ in width and 30″ in depth, and this monitor takes all of that up finish to finish. For those who don’t care if the ends dangle over the perimeters of your desk, you will want no less than 32″ in width and 16″ in depth (minimal) for the Y stand to carry your new monitor regular.

The bezels are skinny, nevertheless it’s not like they’re making an attempt to be extraordinarily skinny, they only are what they’re. The underside bezel is barely greater, however actually none of that is noticeable when utilizing the monitor. The Samsung emblem is middle backside and in a gloss black, it’s barely noticeable in any respect.

The monitor controls are tucked below that emblem and are straightforward to achieve and manipulate. It takes just a few rounds of utilizing the buttons to recollect what’s what, however you finally bear in mind. There are additionally refined lighting results on the left and proper backside of the monitor, which mimic the core lighting on the again.

As talked about, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC has the acquainted Y-shaped stand which is strong and heavy. I would favor a pedestal stand as a result of it permits you extra room to retailer issues below the monitor however it’s what it’s. Cable administration is finished with a rubber loop, which works advantageous, however some neat freaks might disapprove.

A lot of the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC is up of high-quality plastics various in shade. The stand is product of steel with the backbone lined in plastic. The again of the G95NC appears like its older brothers, with some good accents operating the size of the monitor and the Odyssey branding.

Like the opposite members of the G9 household, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC comes with the RGB core lighting on the again mounting space. It’s brighter than the OLED model and will be seen higher in a vibrant room, however, the impact remains to be higher in a darker room. However let’s be critical, that is bling to point out off and when the RGB core is going through others, it appears excellent. You possibly can management the lighting through the buttons and menu below the Samsung emblem on the entrance.

As for the I/O, that’s all tucked up below and across the RGB core and is about up like many different displays. There’s a massive plastic cowl that hides the cables pretty effectively, providing you with a clear look. Right here’s what you get for I/O: HDMI 2.2 IN 120Hz, x2 HDMI IN, DisplayPort 2.1 IN, x2 USB 3.0, x 2 USB-B PC IN. The photograph beneath provides you a greater take a look at the I/O.

There aren’t any audio system on this monitor, which I’m completely advantageous with. Most players use gaming headphones and I’m nonetheless utilizing the Harmon Kardon Soundsticks from 2021.

General, Samsung didn’t do rather a lot to the aesthetics of Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC. It falls inline with its relations and that isn’t a difficulty as a result of it appears spectacular. Sure, it’s huge, however that’s a part of the rationale you’re even taking a look at it. It’s a enjoyable and handsome monitor and with the additional RGB options, it units your desk aside from the remainder of the crows.

Setup

Bodily setup of the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC is a breeze. I’ll encourage you to have a second individual assist you. Whereas it isn’t tremendous heavy, it’s heavy sufficient that having a second individual is useful. Higher to be secure and never break your funding.

The stand is available in two items, the vertical portion and the foot. The foot screws into the stand and that portion of the meeting is finished. The OLED G9 was a bit simpler to place collectively as a result of the stand simply slipped into some tabs and locked into the again of the monitor. The G95NC requires you to screw the stand into the again of the monitor, not likely that tough.

After getting the stand screwed into the again, simply make certain the plastic covers are locked into place, these will maintain the RGB core’s aesthetic trying good. However watch out, these covers are finicky and it took me a minute to get them in place, in all probability as a result of I’d relatively not break something and took my time.

All that’s left is to make use of the enter of your selection, and off you go. General, this can be a easy monitor to get put collectively and arrange shortly.

Show

The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC is the world’s first twin UHD monitor. For a greater understanding, that’s like having two 32″ UHD (3840 × 2160) displays aspect by aspect, besides you don’t have the ugly bezel within the center. The end of the show is a matte anti-glare end that does nice, holding glare right down to a minimal.

The show know-how getting used for this monitor is Quantum Mini LED tech. Quantum Matrix Know-how with Quantum Mini LEDs creates managed brightness and improved distinction for refined definition. 2,392 native dimming zones mixed with 12-bit black ranges put this pet at one other stage.

Apart from the large quantity of actual property and that 1000 R curve, one of many greatest execs of this monitor is the height brightness. The G95NC reveals particulars in superior methods. From the darkest shadows to vibrant daylight scenes, 1,000 nit peak brightness and 1,000,000:1 distinction ratio allow enhanced shade expression and depth. It’s actually one thing, and Mini LED is oh so near OLED within the black ranges, neck, and neck. The brightness ranges are glorious although, utilizing it in vibrant or darkish rooms, it really works fantastically.

After all, everybody has their choice between OLED and Mini LED, fortunately Samsung has this 57″ Mini LED G9 and the 49″ OLED G9 to select from. Both of them goes to make you cheerful. I’ve already talked about the 1000 R curve on the G95NC however it’s price repeating that this curvature is immersive, placing you proper within the motion.

In case your desktop or laptop computer helps it, you possibly can plug into the DisplayPort 2.1 and expertise 240Hz refresh charges with a 1ms response time. That is, in fact, dependent in your {hardware}, cables, and video games. I’m not a refresh fee or response time peeper. Being a photographer, I do pixel peep occasionally, so I do perceive the necessity for this form of efficiency if you happen to’re into critical gaming.

So the facility is there, for individuals who have the correct gear to assist it. However what in regards to the colours? Nicely, it’s a Samsung! Colours are popping off the display screen, which you’ll alter to your liking, in fact. I’m tremendous impressed with Samsung’s Mini LED know-how, it’s so near OLED in shade and distinction. Just like the G95SC, video games are much more enveloping when the colours are properly saturated and they’re on this monitor. The vibrancy of the monitor additionally makes it unbelievable for consuming different media similar to films and TV reveals, particularly animated media.

This monitor additionally helps HDR content material and it shows it like a champ. Consuming films and HDR media on this show was glorious. No complaints there in any respect.

The white ranges are additionally crisp and clear, with no yellowing by any means. There have been no indicators of blooming or mild bleed on our unit both. I must also point out that video and photograph enhancing is unbelievable, particularly video enhancing on such a large show. Even wider than the 49″! The timeline will be seen for miles, decreasing the quantity of aspect scrolling wanted to see the timeline. It’s an enormous plus for video and photograph editors.

General, Samsung has outdone itself with the Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC. Mini LED tech is spectacular, permitting for wonderful brightness with out sacrificing colours and black ranges.

Efficiency

OK, let’s discuss efficiency. You do want a robust GPU to drive the 240Hz refresh fee, and plenty of computer systems might not have this, in all probability none that you just personal. The RTX 4090 is among the strongest GPUs obtainable in the present day, if not essentially the most highly effective. However it doesn’t have DisplayPort 2.1 which implies 4090 customers received’t see the complete potential of this monitor.

The Alienware x16 we examined with does use the RTX 4090 and efficiency on the monitor was unbelievable, although not at full potential. This isn’t the monitor’s fault, however relatively, GPU’s are just a little behind this show know-how. However not all is misplaced. When you might battle to get to that marketed efficiency stage, with the 4090, you’re nonetheless getting 120Hz and perhaps barely higher.

As I discussed firstly of this overview, I’m an off-the-cuff gamer, after I play video games I do it to calm down and never compete. The titles beneath are what my son and I used to check the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC. We used Steam to play our gaming titles, I’ve entry to Xbox Cloud Gaming, however our web connection isn’t sturdy sufficient to make use of it with out some points. So, we caught with Steam however we did just a little with Xbox Cloud Gaming.

• Minecraft Dungeons
• Forza Horizon 4
• Name of Responsibility: WarZone
• Black Desert
• Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
• Batman: Arkham Asylum
• Future 2

One factor to comprehend, and I feel most avid players are going to know this, however for individuals who have no idea. Not all video games are optimized or will be adjusted to make use of the G95SC’s 32:9 facet ratio. Batman: Arkham Asylum was the primary recreation I fired up and I used to be introduced with chunky black bars to the left and proper. Minecraft Dungeons works however must be optimized through the NVIDIA GeForce app and you’ll this to be the case on many video games.

In actual gaming conditions, we seen no lag, dropped frames or stutter in any of the titles we performed. All the things ran clean and we had no points and loved enjoying with out interruption. Whereas a extra seasoned gamer would have performed totally different titles, I feel these had been ok to point out me the capabilities of the G95NC.

The KVM function permits for hooking up two sources, mainly having 2 32″ shows aspect by aspect with totally different sources, similar to a PC and Xbox, or a PC and Mac. Talking of Mac. I did use my Mac Mini M1 with the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC and it was horrifying when plugged in by the HDMI port from the Mac Mini and into the HDMI port within the G95NC.

However, there’s a approach to make it work, albeit not at full decision or refresh fee. With a DisplayPort 2.1 to Thunderbolt 3 cable, I used to be capable of plug into the Mac Mini’s Thunderbolt 3 port to the Samsung’s DisplayPort 2.1 port and get a 120Hz refresh fee and HDR with a 5120 × 1440 decision. So, this monitor might be not supreme for Mac customers, however it may be performed.

As for on a regular basis use, non-gaming. It really works nice. Although, I discover it unusable at full decision with out scaling as much as 250-300%. Until you have got tremendous imaginative and prescient, the textual content is depraved small at 100% scaling at full decision. However scaled up all of it appears crisp, clear, and clear.

Video and photograph enhancing is unbelievable on this monitor. There may be a lot area for the timeline in movies and big quantities of area for enhancing images and having your entire workspace panels open. It’s simply spectacular.

I used the included stand for my overview unit however you possibly can mount these on arms, however you could have some points discovering the correct adapters. Ergotron does make some so that you would possibly verify their web site however so far as we all know, there may be nothing that helps this specific monitor but, however Ergotron will most definitely be making one thing. We assume.

General, we felt the efficiency of the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC was off the charts. It might be even higher, if we had a stronger GPU to push the 240Hz refresh fee. However that’s not an enormous challenge as you’re going to get 120Hz simply and presumably 144Hz if obtainable in your {hardware}. The constraints aren’t Samsung’s fault, GPU {hardware} must catch up and maybe software program updates to current GPUs would possibly try this. I don’t know, we will solely speculate. Nonetheless, efficiency is stable on the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC and that is the perfect efficiency monitor you will get proper now.

Value/Worth

The introduced value for the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC was $2,499,99, which actually shocked me. This monitor is a full 8″ greater than the OLED model, which prices $2,199.99. Now, you could have to contemplate the show tech, OLED vs. Mini LED. However I feel the additional $300 is price getting the G95NC over the G95SC. The Mini LED tech and the upper decision is price it. In my eyes, anyway. I feel Samsung priced this monitor very pretty and it’s well worth the asking value.

Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 57” is now obtainable to pre-order on Samsung’s web site, and people who pre-order between now and October 1 will obtain a present of $500 Samsung immediate credit score.

Wrap Up

Like its little brother, the 49″ G95SC, the 57″ huge boy gives that immersive and enveloping expertise that each avid gamer is after. The sheer dimension, decision, shade, distinction, and efficiency of this monitor delivers in spades! Players, if you happen to’re out there for a brand new gaming monitor, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC is the ONE to get! Of notice, Mac customers can use this however suppose twice as you received’t get the identical efficiency out of it as a PC person. However it’s nonetheless nice to make use of on a Mac.

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Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 G95NC

$2,499.99

Nailed it

• The G9 design stays one of many nicest trying monitor designs available on the market
• RGB ring and entrance LED accents add aptitude and are customizable
• Mini LED show is close to OLED in high quality with higher peak brightness
• 240Hz refresh fee is ideal for players, provioded they’ve the {hardware} to run that fee
• I initally didn’t just like the 1000R curve however I discovered it to be higher than the 1800R on the OLED G9
• Show Port 2.1
• Greater than sufficient area for productiveness work when your gaming periods are over
• Straightforward setup and no software program extras to fret about
• Value to worth ratio is excessive

Wants work

• As a result of restricted GPU compatability, 240Hz might not work. However this isn’t the monitor’s fault
• Just one Show Port 2.1, it might have been good to have two of those
• I’d have most popular a pedestal stand as an alternative of the Y stand, however that is minor
• Whereas we take into account the value to be honest, some might discover this to be dear