Samsung Launches Subsequent-Gen Odyssey Gaming and ViewFinity Monitors, together with the World’s First 6K Gaming Monitor – Samsung Newsroom Australia

Samsung Australia has introduced the provision of its newest Odyssey gaming screens and a brand new ViewFinity S8 excessive decision monitor, setting new benchmarks in decision and efficiency throughout gaming {and professional} shows.

The 2026 lineup options three new Odyssey fashions, together with the world’s first 6K gaming monitor (G80HS), 5K gaming monitor (G80HF), and refreshed premium OLED G80SH mannequin, complemented by a brand new Odyssey G7 (G73H) – making Samsung’s OLED expertise accessible to a broader vary of Australians. The 2026 Odyssey lineup reinforces Samsung’s management in high-performance gaming shows whereas increasing entry to superior improvements.

“Our latest range of Odyssey and ViewFinity monitors has been designed to meet the evolving needs of Australian gamers and creative professionals. These monitors deliver next-generation immersion and life-like visuals, helping creators to work with precision; gamers to play to win; and, streamers to deliver content with visual fidelity,” stated Simon Howe, Director of Visual Display & Brand Memory, Samsung Australia. “With the introduction of premium 6K and 5K Odyssey monitors, alongside affordable OLED and UHD Odyssey and ViewFinity models, we’re offering Australian gamers and creators unparalleled clarity and responsiveness across both gaming and professional environments.”

Odyssey G8: Setting a New Standard for High-Performance Gaming

The Odyssey G8 lineup introduces three state-of-the-art fashions designed to ship high-performance experiences throughout a variety of gaming situations.

The 32-inch Odyssey G8 (G80HS model) units a brand new milestone because the world’s first 6K gaming monitor, marking a big leap past 4K gaming requirements. 6K decision presents distinctive visible readability and element, enhancing immersion whereas offering expanded display house for each gaming and multitasking. The Odyssey G80HS delivers ultra-high 6K decision at 165Hz, whereas Dual Mode permits as much as 330Hz at 3K decision,[1] permitting Australians to seamlessly steadiness immersive visible particulars with ultra-fast responsiveness as they play to win.

Complementing the Odyssey G80HS is the 27-inch Odyssey G8 (G80HF model) which affords versatile efficiency choices, supporting 5K decision at 180Hz or as much as 360Hz in QHD by means of Dual Mode,[2] making it appropriate for each immersive and aggressive gaming.

The Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH model), out there in 27-inch and 32-inch sizes, options an OLED panel with 4K decision and a 240Hz refresh charge.[3] Samsung’s licensed Glare Free expertise considerably reduces glare with out compromising OLED image high quality[4]. Connectivity choices, together with USB-C with as much as 98W charging, help high-performance gaming setups. Moreover, the Odyssey OLED G8 adopts QD-OLED Penta Tandem[5] expertise, which boosts effectivity and brightness.

Across the lineup, DisplayPort 2.1[6] ensures high-bandwidth efficiency for next-generation visuals, whereas AMD FreeSync Premium and NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible expertise ship ultra-smooth gameplay.[7] Additionally, the Odyssey G8 lineup options HDR10+ GAMING,[8] which dynamically optimises brightness and distinction in actual time.

Odyssey G7: Expanding Access to OLED Gaming

The 32-inch Odyssey OLED G7 (G73SH model) expands Samsung’s OLED gaming lineup by bringing premium visible efficiency to a wider vary of players.

Featuring 4K decision and a 165Hz refresh charge,[9] the Odyssey OLED G7 delivers detailed visuals and {smooth} gameplay. Dual Mode permits as much as 330Hz in FHD,[10] whereas a 0.03ms response time helps quick, responsive efficiency in aggressive gaming environments.

With the addition of the Odyssey OLED G7, Samsung continues to increase its OLED gaming management whereas making superior show applied sciences extra broadly accessible.

ViewFinity S8: High-Resolution Displays for Professional Workflows

The new 40-inch ViewFinity S8 (S85TH model) is designed to satisfy the calls for of recent skilled environments, combining high-resolution readability with superior connectivity and ergonomic flexibility. Whether managing advanced artistic workflows or seamlessly multitasking throughout purposes, this monitor is engineered to ship a refined, high-performance expertise that maximises productiveness.

The ViewFinity S8 contains a curved WUHD show with a 144Hz refresh charge,[11] enabling seamless multitasking and environment friendly dealing with of advanced workflows. Thunderbolt 5 helps high-resolution video and data-intensive duties with knowledge switch speeds of 80 Gbps and system charging as much as 140W.[12] In addition, Easy Connection offers streamlined connectivity throughout gadgets.

Availability

The new Odyssey G8 lineup, Odyssey G7 and ViewFinity S8 at the moment are out there nationwide. For extra data on Samsung’s monitor lineup and to entry launch affords, please go to

Pricing

Pricing is about at seller discretion.

[1] Refresh charge could fluctuate primarily based on the supported sport content material and the efficiency of the enter supply.

[2] Refresh charge could fluctuate primarily based on the supported sport content material and the efficiency of the enter supply.

[3] Refresh charge could fluctuate primarily based on the supported sport content material and the efficiency of the enter supply.

[4] Verified as Glare Free by UL primarily based on the verification strategies utilized by UL. For extra data on the verification strategies used, please go to “Glare Free” terminology comes from the UL requirements for certification and will not precisely describe the characteristic’s efficiency. Comparison primarily based on inner check outcomes. Anti Reflection movie is utilized to sure 2023 – 2024 Odyssey fashions.

[5] Penta Tandem expertise makes use of a five-layer stack for mild emission, which improves the general effectivity and light-weight output. For extra data, go to

[6] G80SH helps DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20, delivering as much as 80Gbps of bandwidth for {smooth} and uncompressed visuals.

[7] G-Sync Compatible and AMD FreeSync™ can be found solely when appropriate NVIDIA and AMD graphics playing cards are used, respectively.

[8] Compatible with HDMI 2.1 cables linked to the HDMI ports of NVIDIA and Intel GPUs. For the checklist of supported GPUs, please go to here. Functionality could also be restricted relying on PC specs and cable requirements. This characteristic is simply appropriate with specific game titles.

[9] Refresh charge could fluctuate primarily based on the supported sport content material and the efficiency of the enter supply.

[10] Refresh charge could fluctuate primarily based on the supported sport content material and the efficiency of the enter supply.

[11] Default refresh charge is about to 60Hz and could also be adjusted to 144Hz within the monitor’s settings. Refresh charge could fluctuate by content material and enter supply.

[12] For Thunderbolt™ 5 certification, go to Actual knowledge switch speeds and charging energy could fluctuate relying on the PC surroundings. Display compatibility could rely upon the macOS model. The minimal requirement is macOS 14.5 (Sonoma) or later for Apple silicon Macs, whereas Intel-based Macs require macOS 15 (Sequoia) or later. Display could not work correctly relying on the Intel processor and Windows OS model. The minimal OS requires Intel twelfth Gen or later, Windows 11 or later.