The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 is the largest gaming monitor at 57 inches, this ultrawide monitor makes the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 seem tiny. In fact, the Odyssey Neo G9 is effectively a larger version of the latter.
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00:01 Last time we checked out the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9,
00:05 which was very impressive at 49 inches.
00:07 But now we got something even bigger.
00:09 This right here is the Odyssey Neo G9,
00:13 which is 57 inches.
00:14 Two 32 inch monitors in one.
00:17 This is taking things to a whole new level.
00:19 Let's check it out.
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00:23 At 57 inches, this ultra wide monitor
00:25 makes the 49 inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 seem tiny.
00:29 In fact, the Odyssey Neo G9 is effectively
00:32 a larger version of the latter.
00:33 That's not a problem considering how the Odyssey OLED G9
00:36 is one of the best curved monitors we ever tested.
00:39 I was impressed by the Odyssey Neo G9's
00:42 immersive 1000R curved OLED display,
00:45 sharp resolution, smooth refresh rate,
00:47 and fast response time.
00:49 I'll need more hands-on time to render a final verdict,
00:51 but based on my experience,
00:52 the Odyssey Neo G9 could be a stellar gaming monitor
00:55 for those who have space on their gaming desk
00:57 and who could afford it.
00:59 At 57 inches wide, the Odyssey Neo G9
01:02 is absolutely enormous,
01:03 but that wide field of view provides
01:05 for an immersive gaming experience.
01:07 The V-shaped stand is wide,
01:08 but its thin legs don't take up much space.
01:10 If you like placing your gaming keyboard
01:12 at an angle while gaming,
01:13 the stand's legs shouldn't get in your way.
01:15 Like the Odyssey OLED G9,
01:17 the Odyssey Neo G9 has an all silver chassis
01:20 covering its back.
01:21 There's also RGB lighting surrounding the monitor mount.
01:24 And in case you're wondering,
01:25 you can configure the RGB lighting to correspond
01:28 with what's happening on display
01:29 for that extra level of immersion.
01:31 Not only is its 1000R curvature immersive,
01:35 but images look bright and colorful
01:37 at a sharp 7680 by 2160 resolution.
01:40 I tested a range of titles with different visual styles.
01:43 Fortnite, with its cartoonish art style and bold colors,
01:46 looked phenomenal on the Odyssey Neo G9.
01:49 Not only that, but the sharp resolution
01:51 and 32 by nine aspect ratio allowed me to see players
01:53 who were trying to sneak up on me.
01:55 Call of Duty Warzones comparatively realistic graphics
01:58 also look great on the monitor.
01:59 Samsung says the monitor's quantum matrix technology
02:03 with quantum mini LEDs creates controlled brightness
02:06 and improved contrast for better definition.
02:08 We'll need to get the Odyssey Neo G9
02:10 into our testing lab to confirm these claims,
02:12 but to my eyes, the monitor delivers
02:14 excellent image quality.
02:16 Like the Odyssey OLED G9,
02:18 the Odyssey Neo G9 allows for picture-in-picture
02:20 from two different sources simultaneously.
02:22 You'll be able to, for example,
02:24 view a console game on one part of the display
02:27 and a website on the other.
02:28 The 240 hertz refresh rate helped make Fortnite,
02:31 Call of Duty Warzone, and Need for Speed Unbound
02:33 run buttery smooth.
02:35 The Odyssey Neo G9 features AMD FreeSync Premium Pro,
02:38 which serves to prevent screen tearing and stuttering.
02:40 You can pre-order the Samsung Odyssey G9 starting today,
02:45 and the monitor is scheduled to debut in October.
02:47 Anyone who pre-orders before October 1st
02:49 receives a $500 Samsung credit.
02:52 While the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9
02:54 might be an oversized version
02:55 of the already gargantuan Odyssey OLED G9,
02:58 it seems to tick all the right boxes
03:00 for what I personally look for in a gaming monitor.
03:02 Its impressive field of view,
03:04 smooth and fast performance, elegant design,
03:06 and sharp visuals are all top-notch.
03:08 All right, guys, so that was our look
03:10 at the Odyssey Neo G9 57-inch gaming monitor.
03:14 Again, really impressive stuff,
03:16 and I think you guys are gonna enjoy it.
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03:24 Once again, I was Tony Polanco, and I'll see you next time.
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