Samsung Odyssey G5 27-inch 165Hz Curved Gaming Monitor

This monitor is designed for gamers who want a balance between image quality and performance, particularly those playing competitive or fast-paced games where high refresh rates matter. The 27-inch size and 1440p resolution also make it suitable for productivity work and content creation alongside gaming.

According to the manufacturer, the 1000R curve (1000mm radius of curvature) is designed to match the natural geometry of the human eye, creating a more immersive viewing experience and reducing eye strain during extended gaming sessions. The curve also helps with peripheral vision awareness in competitive games.

The monitor's 165Hz refresh rate and 1440p resolution require a capable graphics card; reviewers generally recommend at least an NVIDIA RTX 2070 or AMD RX 5700 XT equivalent to achieve high frame rates in modern titles. You'll need to check that your PC has the appropriate display ports (typically HDMI or DisplayPort) to connect to the monitor.

VA panels like this one typically offer better contrast and colour depth than TN panels, making them strong for gaming and content creation, though response times may be slightly slower than TN. Compared to IPS panels, VA offers superior contrast and blacks but with narrower viewing angles, which is less of a concern for gaming monitors where you're sitting centrally.