Gaming monitors are on sale ahead of Black Friday, and a deal on the Odyssey OLED G6 saves you $200 on a bright and fast monitor that can beautifully handle your favorite games.
This is the lowest price I've ever seen for the Odyssey OLED G6. The monitor launched with a $999.99 price tag and has been discounted a few times since then, though it has never dropped below $799.99. You can snag the Odyssey OLED G6 at a $200 discount through Samsung or get the same deal at Best Buy or Newegg.
Samsung's speedy gaming monitor features a 27-inch QHD (2,560 x 1,440) screen that uses QD-OLED (quantum dot organic light-emitting diode) technology. It has an impressive 0.03ms response time to go along with its 500Hz refresh rate.
The QD-OLED panel delivers high color accuracy (DCI 99%) and contrast (1,000,000:1). The monitor also hits up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness.
NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support help ensure smooth gameplay — assuming you have a graphics card that can power games at your target FPS.
When the Odyssey OLED G6 debuted, it was the world's first OLED monitor with a 500Hz refresh rate, according to Samsung. It has since gained some company, such as the Asus ROG Strix XG27AQPDG. But even with newcomers to the 500Hz OLED scene, the Odyssey OLED G6 stands out due to its matte finish that reduces glare.
FAQ
Does this gaming monitor have speakers?
The Odyssey OLED G6 lacks speakers, which is normal for gaming monitors. If you don't already have a set of speakers or a headset, our colleagues at PC Gamer can help you out. Their roundup of the best PC speakers includes a well-reviewed gaming soundbar and other options. I expect several gaming headsets will go on sale for Black Friday, so keep an eye out for deals.
Should I worry about burn in with this OLED monitor?
One of the biggest concerns about an OLED screen is that it will develop burn-in, which refers to when a panel retains parts of an image permanently. Burn-in was more of a concern when OLED displays were new, but it can still occur.
The Odyssey OLED G6 uses OLED Safeguard+ to prevent burn-in. That technology includes Dynamic Cooling and thermal modulation systems to reduce the risk of damage to your screen. It also uses Logo and Taskbar Detection to dim static images.
If you monitor develops burn-in, Samsung's three-year warranty on the Odyssey OLED G6 covers it. Note that the warranty covers normal usage, not commercial use, abuse, or misuse.
What ports does the Odyssey OLED G6 have?
This monitor has two HDMI 2.1 ports, DisplayPort 1.4, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, a USB-B port (upstream), and a headphone jack.
The Odyssey OLED G6 does not have a USB-C port. It also has just a DisplayPort 1.4 port rather than one that supports DisplayPort 2.1.
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