On December 24, Samsung Electronics officially unveiled its latest Odyssey series (also known as the Odyssey Ark-inspired lineup in some markets), rolling out five brand-new models at once. What makes this launch stand out is that three of them carry legit "world's first" claims, particularly around ultra-high resolution and refresh rates in the competitive gaming monitor space.
The star of the show is the Odyssey 3D (G90XH) - a 32-inch beast that's being called the world's first 6K glasses-free 3D gaming display. We're talking a massive 6144x3456 resolution combined with naked-eye 3D technology that doesn't require any clunky glasses. It uses real-time eye-tracking to dynamically adjust depth, perspective, and layers based on where you're sitting (or moving), giving games a real sense of depth and immersion. Imagine playing something like co-op action titles with that extra dimension - it could feel way more lifelike than standard flat 2D screens. Performance-wise, it runs at a native 165Hz refresh rate, but you can flip into Dual Mode for 330Hz at a lower 3K resolution when you need maximum smoothness.
Then there's the Odyssey G6 (G60H), aimed squarely at hardcore esports players who live for every millisecond. This 27-inch monitor hits a staggering 1040Hz refresh rate in HD mode - yes, over 1,000Hz, the first display to officially cross that milestone in the LCD gaming monitor category. Even at its native QHD (2560x1440) resolution, it still delivers a crazy 600Hz. Paired with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible support, it's built for crystal-clear motion handling, helping you track fast-moving targets and spot tiny details in chaotic firefights.
For those who prioritize pure visual real estate over raw speed, Samsung introduced the Odyssey G8 (G80HS) - the industry's first native 6K gaming monitor (also 32 inches). It sticks with that 165Hz/330Hz Dual Mode setup, making it perfect for AAA titles that eat up pixels or for creators who want tons of workspace.
Rounding out the five-model lineup are a 27-inch 5K version of the G8 and a 32-inch 4K QD-OLED G8 with anti-glare coating, giving buyers options across high-refresh IPS LCD panels, premium OLED tech, and everything in between.
Samsung continues to dominate the high-refresh gaming monitor market, holding about 18.8% of global revenue share for displays above 144Hz according to IDC data. The whole 2026 Odyssey family is set to make its public debut at CES 2026 in Las Vegas from January 6-9, where we'll finally get hands-on time with these monsters.
If you're deep into competitive gaming or just love bleeding-edge display tech, this lineup definitely raises the bar for what gaming monitors can do in terms of resolution, speed, and immersion. Can't wait to see them in person next month!
