Tomasz Wadowski
Samsung has just revealed the first details about new monitors that we will see at the January CES 2025 trade show. This year, the company is focusing on three key areas: improved image quality through artificial intelligence, enhancements for gamers, and convenience in everyday work.
Odyssey OLED G8 and G6 – for gamers who won't compromise
For gaming fans, Samsung has prepared two new models from the Odyssey line:
Odyssey OLED G8 – 27-inch 4K monitor with a refresh rate of 240 Hz. If you're looking for both great image quality and high fluidity, this could be a perfect match.
Odyssey OLED G6 – here we have QHD resolution, but with an astonishing 500 Hz refresh rate! This gear is aimed at gamers who prioritise responsiveness above all.
Odyssey 3D (G90XF) - Three-dimensional without glasses
Samsung will showcase at CES 2025 a 27-inch monitor Odyssey 3D (G90XF), which allows you to enjoy three-dimensional images without the need to wear special glasses. This effect is achieved thanks to the lenticular lens – a special lens mounted on the front of the screen and a stereo camera that tracks the user's position and adjusts the image in real time.
The monitor can also transform regular 2D images into three-dimensional ones. It uses artificial intelligence to analyze content and add a depth effect. This means both games and movies can take on a new dimension – literally and figuratively.
Although the technology sounds innovative, it is still difficult to say how well it will perform in practice.
Smart Monitor M9 – a versatile screen for everyday use
The Smart Monitor M9 (M90SF) looks promising as it utilises AI Picture Optimizer technology, which automatically adjusts display settings to the currently viewed content – whether it's a movie, documentary, or game. Additionally, it features AI Upscaling Pro, which allows older recordings to be enhanced to near 4K quality. These are technologies from the manufacturer known from the TVs we've tested from this brand. So we are very curious about how this has been implemented in the monitors.
The monitor is equipped with an OLED panel certified with VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 (meaning deeper blacks and great contrast) and a built-in 4K camera – useful for home office or video calls.
ViewFinity S8 – work, projects and graphics all in one place
If you work a lot with graphics or projects, you’ll probably be interested in ViewFinity S8. It’s a 37-inch 4K display with 99% sRGB coverage. It also features a USB-C port with 90 W charging and a KVM switch (which allows you to connect multiple devices and switch with a single click). A brightness of 350 nits should be sufficient even in brighter offices.
We’ll have to wait for a full presentation until the CES 2025 trade show, but it’s already clear that Samsung is heavily investing in artificial intelligence-based solutions, OLED matrices, and features tailored for various applications – from gaming and movies to office work. Will they actually be as good as the manufacturer promises? We’ll find out soon.
