Samsung Electronics today announced the global availability of its new Odyssey gaming monitor series and ViewFinity S8 series , setting new standards in resolution and performance for both gaming and professional use. The new Odyssey lineup for 2026 is led by three Odyssey G8 models — including the world’s first 6K gaming monitor — and is joined by the Odyssey G7 , which brings Samsung’s OLED technology to even more consumers. With this new lineup, Samsung is strengthening its position in the high-performance gaming monitor market while expanding access to advanced technologies.
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This launch comes as Samsung continues to lead the global gaming monitor market, with an 18.9%. At the same time, according to International Data Corporation (IDC), the company maintains its top spot in the OLED gaming monitor market for the third consecutive year, with a 26%.
Odyssey G8: New standards in high-performance gaming monitors
The Odyssey G8 series features three advanced models, designed to deliver top performance in different gaming scenarios.
The 32-inch Odyssey G8 (model G80HS) is an industry milestone as the world’s first 6K gaming monitor, significantly raising the bar beyond current 4K standards. 6K resolution delivers exceptional image clarity and a high level of detail, enhancing immersion and providing more workspace for both gaming and multitasking.
The display supports ultra-high 6K resolution with a refresh rate of 165Hz, while through Dual Mode it can reach up to 330Hz at 3K resolution, allowing users to choose between impressive visual quality and ultra-fast response.
Odyssey G7: The OLED gaming experience becomes more affordable
The 32-inch Odyssey OLED G7 (model G73SH) expands Samsung's OLED gaming monitor lineup, bringing premium visual performance to even more users.
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The display features 4K resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate, ensuring high image detail and a smooth gaming experience. Meanwhile, Dual Mode supports up to 330Hz in Full HD resolution, while the 0.03ms response time offers ultra-fast and instant response, ideal for competitive gaming.
With the addition of the G7, Samsung further strengthens its leadership position in OLED gaming monitors, while making advanced display technologies more accessible to a wider audience.
ViewFinity S8: High-resolution monitors for professional needs
The ViewFinity S8 series is designed to meet the demands of the modern professional environment, combining high resolution, advanced connectivity features and ergonomic design. Whether it's demanding creative tasks or efficient multitasking between multiple applications, the new monitors offer a complete, high-performance experience that enhances productivity.
The 40-inch ViewFinity S8 (model S85TH) features a curved WUHD display with a 144Hz refresh rate, enabling smooth multitasking and efficient handling of complex tasks. Thunderbolt 5 support offers high data transfer speeds of up to 80 Gbps, supports demanding video applications, and charges devices up to 140W. In addition, the Easy Connection feature makes it easy to connect different devices.
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Meanwhile, the 27-inch ViewFinity S8 (model S80HF) offers 5K resolution and USB-C connectivity for easy data transfer and device charging. Its ergonomic design ensures comfortable use for long hours, while the more affordable approach to 5K resolution brings high performance to a wider range of professional users.
