Samsung Electronics revealed its most advanced Odyssey gaming monitor lineup for 2026, comprising five new models. Key among these is the 32-inch Odyssey 3D (G90XH model), which Samsung claims is the world’s first 6K display to offer glasses-free 3D technology. Another notable introduction is the 27-inch Odyssey G6 (G60H model), touted as the world’s first gaming monitor with a 1,040Hz refresh rate, albeit at a reduced resolution. The company also introduced three new Odyssey G8 models, including a 32-inch 6K variant (G80HS model) and a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED model (G80SH).
The 32-inch Odyssey 3D (G90XH) features a 6,144 x 3,456 pixel resolution, a 165Hz native refresh rate that can boost to 330Hz in 3K Dual Mode, and a 1ms GtG response time. This monitor integrates real-time eye tracking to adjust depth and perspective, enabling glasses-free 3D gameplay. The 27-inch Odyssey G6 (G60H) offers a 1,040Hz refresh rate at 1280 x 720 pixels, supporting up to 600Hz at its native 2560 x 1440 QHD resolution. The 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH) incorporates a 4K QD-OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate, 300-nit brightness, and VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 500 certification, ensuring a peak HDR brightness of 500 nits at 2% APL. According to IDC Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker, Q3 2025, Samsung currently leads the global gaming monitor market for displays with refresh rates above 144Hz, holding an 18.8% revenue share.
According to Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics, the new Odyssey lineup aims to deliver display experiences that were not previously possible. The introduction of the 6K glasses-free 3D monitor addresses the need for enhanced immersion, with the high resolution compensating for pixels used in the 3D effect. The ultra-high refresh rates, such as the 1,040Hz on the Odyssey G6, are specifically marketed for professional e-sports players and enthusiasts who require precision in fast-paced gaming environments.
Specific pricing details for any of the new Odyssey monitors have not yet been disclosed by Samsung. Additionally, the exact on-sale dates for these models remain unconfirmed. The NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible certification for some of the new models is also expected to be completed closer to their respective product launches.
The entire 2026 Odyssey gaming monitor lineup is scheduled for public demonstration at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, taking place from . Samsung plans to reveal comprehensive specifications, pricing, and release date information during the trade show. The company anticipates that this new lineup will help it maintain its position as the No. 1 global gaming monitor brand for the seventh consecutive year.
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