SAMSUNG Odyssey G50A Series 32-Inch WQHD (2560x1440) Gaming Monitor, 165Hz, 1ms, IPS Panel, G-Sync, HDR10 (1 Billion Colors), Ultrawide Game View (LS32AG500PNXZA)

I'll preface the review by saying I went from a flat screen 27" 75hz, 1080p screen to this one, so that is my basis for comparison. This is my first curved screen monitor as well, as I was looking for a more immersive gaming experience, and looking for a monitor to match the abilities of my new, more powerful PC.I have the monitor hooked to my video card using the display port connection (cable not included), as this provides the highest available settings. The monitor comes with an HDMI cable that I saved for future use if needed. Set up was a breeze, the base went together with one screw. The base does take up a fairly big blueprint on the desk, so if your desk size is limited, I'd suggest a wall mount or desk monitor mount. I may do this in the future, but this works fine for now.There isn't a height adjustment for this monitor, but that hasn't been an issue so far. The tilt adjustment, which was definitely needed, isn't very intuitive, and it's tight enough to feel like I was going to break something if I forced it. But it eventually moved and works fine - there are some other complaints about this online and even some videos on it, but mine adjusted once I put enough steady pressure on it.The menus are simple and intuitive. Now for the good stuff - my games look amazing in 1440p and 165hz. But keep in mind you will need a video card capable of producing that resolution and frames per second, which is why I upgraded to this monitor in the first place. It's also a good idea to match the in game resolution settings with your monitor settings for best results. The only downside I have seen so far is that there is a fair amount of glare when the screen is off, even in a dark(ish) room. It hasn't been an issue while playing games yet, but it's something to be aware of.BOTTOM LINE: This is a great monitor for gaming at this price point (~$350). Sure it probably won't compete with a $1,000+ 4K monitor, but if you're looking for a great monitor for gaming or production work that doesn't break the bank, this is a great choice.

Got it back during a Cyber Monday deal around $260ish. It's really good for the price honestly. It works perfectly with my PS5. 120 hz on games that support it no issues. It feels so smooth, can't believe I played FPS games on 60 for so long because 120 is game changing! The only unfortunate thing when it comes to performance is that it only supports G-Sync and not other forms of VRR. And G-Sync isn't supported on PS5.Picture Quality: When it comes to picture quality, it's actually pretty good when you get it dialed in and mess with the picture settings, but out of the box it isn't that great and HDR isn't even a consideration for me. It's not an oled so the deepblacks aren't the best but once you calibrate it to your liking, it ends up looking really good. It's also made up by the fact that it's 1440p resolution with 144hz refresh rate. 1080p in 2023 is a deal breaker! So no worries thereThe colors are also vibrant and punchy. Just not the best blacks. Also, it doesn't have the best viewing angles, but it's a curved gaming monitor, most times you're gonna be sitting directly in front of it lol so that shouldn't be much of an issue.Screen/Build Quality: I've had this monitor for just around 4 months and no issues so far when it comes to the build quality. The stand it ships with though is very limited, and I remember it was a pain in the *** to mount the monitor on the stand for the first time.Overall, this is a great bang for the buck if you can get it at or below $300. It gives you the basic necessities for a gaming monitor. 144hz support, 1440p resolution so it's sharp enough, the colors with calibration can be vibrant and punchy, and it's curved at 32 inches. Not many complaints here!Cons: deep blacks aren't a strength, viewing angles aren't great, and no VRR support on PS5, only G-Sync for PC.

The SAMSUNG Odyssey G50A Series 27-Inch Gaming Monitor is exceptional! The WQHD resolution (2560x1440) combined with a 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time delivers incredibly smooth and vibrant visuals. The IPS panel ensures accurate colors and wide viewing angles, while G-Sync support and HDR10 enhance the gaming experience with stunning details. With 1 billion colors, this monitor provides impressive clarity and performance. Highly recommended for gamers seeking top-notch display quality!

This monitor has great resolution and color and refresh rate speed. The curve is nice and not too intense, and works well if you have a second monitor. However in my opinion having just one of these is enough.Setup is straightforward and the packaging is fantastic. There are no built in speakers.My main complaint with this monitor is the cheap legs it is shipped with, these legs have zero adjustment capability and have some slight give to them allowing the monitor to sag slightly. The blue power status light cannot be disabled through setting which is also unfortunate.Overall I am pleased with this monitor and would recommend it to someone looking for a curved single monitor setup.