Perhaps one of the hardest missions for gaming laptop users to tackle is overheating. Some even call this “the battle of heat” because it slows down the gaming performance of a laptop that also makes it difficult to clear.

On May 16, Samsung Electronics released the new Samsung Notebook Odyssey in the United States. Loaded with a dual cooling system to maximize heat-dispensing capacity, it has cool specifications such as the 8^th Generation Intel Core i7 processor with six cores, NVIDIA^® GeForce RTX 2060 graphics card and others. Samsung Newsroom looked into the updated Notebook Odyssey with a thermal imaging camera to see how it deals with a heated gaming session.

Formidable Dual Cooling and Penta-Heat Pipe

Let’s explore the latest Samsung Notebook Odyssey’s overwhelming cooling system. On the bottom of the laptop, users will find a sophisticated dual cooling system that ensures efficient heat control.

The Notebook Odyssey has two cooling pans that dispense heat while absorbing the air from outside. There are 83 blades (a form of wings) in the new Notebook Odyssey – 2.9 times more than in the previous model.

Moreover, the updated Notebook Odyssey demonstrates 15 percent stronger airflow by reducing the thickness of the blades by a third (0.25㎜). This is how the Notebook Odyssey ensures the best performance of the laptop by removing internal heat, while quickly absorbing fresh air on the top and the bottom.

Thermal Imaging Shows the Samsung Notebook Odyssey at Work

Some would wonder whether a laptop could address heating issues without the performance of a desktop. So Samsung Newsroom played a first-person shooter video game “Battlefield V” on the Samsung Notebook Odyssey to put all doubts to rest. One of the first things that we noticed was the System Status Dashboard that allows users to check the Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) temperature, Frame Per Second (FPS), CPU temperature and aspects while playing games in real time.

The temperature of the GPU and the CPU stood at 72℃ and 81℃ respectively (refer to the left picture above). We also measured the external temperature of the laptop with a thermal imaging camera to see how hot the user would feel. The hottest part was the center of the hinge (between the screen and keyboard) which was 26.8℃ (refer to the upper left of the right picture). The user barely felt the heat on the laptop because the highest temperature of the left hand on the keyboard was 31.2℃ (the highest temperature is in white color on thermal imaging camera).

While playing the game for about 30 minutes, the temperature of the GPU and CPU peaked at 79℃ and 91℃ respectively (refer to the left picture above). The thermal imaging camera, on the other hand, recorded 34.2℃ in maximum (refer to the right picture above) on the center of the keyboard (the most frequently used area). The laptop gets heat to some extent after some time, but it hardly had an impact on game playing as it stayed mostly on the upper part of the keyboard.

Given its portability, when gaming laptop users are to move, they close the laptop and carry it around with one hand. Therefore, it is important to check the temperature of the laptop’s back and the heat remaining on the table through a thermal imaging camera. The peak temperature was 34.3℃ (refer to the left picture above) on the back center of the new Odyssey after playing the game. The edges of the laptop were far cooler than the middle. After removing the laptop, the remaining heat on the table was 28℃ (refer to the right picture above) which is cool enough to hold the product with a bare hand.

Another reason why users of the new Samsung Notebook Odyssey don’t feel the heat is because of the laptop’s unique ventilation system. The product is designed to absorb fresh air from its bottom and keyboard, and then expel warm air through the back and sides of the laptop so that the heat doesn’t reach to the touchpad and user’s face.

A Shortcut Key Ushers in a Whole New World: Odyssey Mode

Another exclusive feature of the updated Notebook Odyssey is Odyssey Mode. Users can start using this feature by pressing Fn and F11 simultaneously in the middle of playing games once them saved different profiles for various types of games in advance. Odyssey Mode allows them to access features and options such as Beast Mode, an optimal resolution in accordance with a game genre, Black Equalizer, Dolby Atmos to capture subtle sound, and enabling or disabling the Windows key and touchpad.

Beast Mode enhances the desktop-like performance of the NVIDIA^® GeForce RTX 2060 graphics card. The FPS (refer to the upper right of the picture above) ranged 80 to 90 before starting Beast Mode. Once the users enable the Beast Mode while they are in the middle of playing the game, the FPS increases and movements on display seem livelier.

Black Equalizer allows users to control the black levels of the display from 0 to 100 percent. They can clearly see the differences between 20 percent (basic mode), 60 percent (profile 1) and 90 percent (profile 2). If users adjust the shades and brightness that they feel comfortable with, it would be helpful to find enemies hiding in various places. Modulating black levels according to the backdrops of games such as a canyon, plain, the sky, etc., can be a way of improving gaming performance.

The new Samsung Notebook Odyssey is engineered to have formidable performance, an efficient cooling system, and exceptional gaming technologies. The product is optimal for carrying in a backpack as it has a 15.6” display, is 2.39kg in weight and 19.9mm thick. The New Notebook Odyssey is the natural choice for those who are looking for dynamic gaming gear.

Samsung Electronics today unveiled its latest powerhouse mobile computing technology for gamers: the Samsung Notebook Odyssey. For players looking to dominate the competition, and enjoy a deeply immersive gaming experience, the Samsung Notebook Odyssey delivers with a premium metallic design, peak performance, and plenty of powerful features.

“With the best design, performance, and features, the Samsung Notebook Odyssey is untethering gamers everywhere,” said YoungGyoo Choi, Senior Vice President of the PC Business Team, Mobile Communication Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung’s newest high-end gaming laptop ensures users will never again have to compromise to experience the best, most intense games on their mobile computing device.”

Design

The Samsung Notebook Odyssey boasts a new and innovative design to ensure an optimal experience for users—delivering cutting-edge performance in a compact package. The Samsung Notebook Odyssey’s reduced bezel leaves more room for its 144Hz display to shine. Powered by NVIDIA® G-SYNC, the Samsung Notebook Odyssey allows uses to immerses in a deep, interactive gaming experience, with crystal clear picture that lets them see every detail.

As Samsung’s most refined gaming laptop yet, the Samsung Notebook Odyssey’s premium design keeps users ahead of the game when it comes to style.

Performance

Gamers need a laptop that has the latest performance features, and is also prepared to handle everything the most demanding games can throw at it. The Samsung Notebook Odyssey comes packed with all the hardware gamers need to emerge victorious from every battle: the latest Intel® 8th generation hexa-core i7 processor to keep even the most intense games running smoothly, and a high-end NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 20-series GPU. Powered by the new NVIDIA Turing GPU architecture and the RTX platform, these processors bring together real-time ray tracing, artificial intelligence, and programmable shading.

Under the hood, the two redesigned Jet Blade blowers sport 83 blades each, and a new penta-pipe cooling system allows the machine to run as fast and as cool as possible no matter how intense the gaming session gets.

Gaming Usability

The Samsung Notebook Odyssey also offers a new set of exclusive settings and functions. Odyssey Mode allows users to save settings presets under different profiles for various types of games. Beast Mode lets users modulate the Samsung Notebook Odyssey’s performance depending on the software it is running, and the Black Equalizer helps users get a leg up on the competition by improving in-game lighting. Users can also enhance the Samsung Notebook Odyssey experience by adding an extra SSD or switching out the default HDD for added storage.

The Samsung Notebook Odyssey brings together cutting-edge performance, head-turning style, and a suite of exclusive features built to elevate gaming for even the most hardcore users.

Availability

The Samsung Notebook Odyssey will be available starting with the US in early 2019 expanding to Korea, China, and other select regions.

Samsung Notebook Odyssey Product Specifications

“Despite some challenges, we’ve made big strides in 2016, gaining market share in TVs, home appliances, wearables and smartphones,” said Tim Baxter, President and Chief Operating Officer of Samsung Electronics America. “By listening to our consumers and building on our heritage of innovation, we are delivering on our vision of the future – one that is powered by connected and elegantly-designed products and services that put consumers firmly at the center.”

Samsung QLED, the Next Innovation in TV

Samsung QLED TV, the world’s first television to reproduce 100 percent color volume

Featuring incredible advancements in the development of Quantum dot technology, Samsung unveiled the 75-inch Q8C QLED TV, which adds new metal material to nano-sized semiconductor quantum dots to deliver the perfect mix of light and color currently available in display technology. The result is a stunning large-screen QLED TV, with an incredibly accurate and precise picture that can be viewed from any angle or in any environment.

Samsung QLED TV takes Quantum dot technology to new heights with advanced light efficiency and stability, as well as a wider color spectrum than ever before. The new QLED TV also features truly deep black levels, perfect 100% color volume when measured with DCI perfect match, and HDR optimal brightness of 1,500 – 2,000 nits. Samsung QLED TV’s new panel design also reduces reflection so consumers can see every bold detail with unbelievable levels of contrast. Finally, QLED delivers this level of performance regardless of where one is sitting, with consistent color and picture quality from any viewing angle.

New design elements introduced by Samsung enhance the QLED TV experience even further.

Personalized Smart TV Services including ‘Sports’, ‘Music’ and ‘TV Plus’

The practically invisible optical cable helps to solve the issue of unsightly cords and clutter that can be found in the home with a sleek, single cord system. Additional accessories include the optional “No-Gap Wall Mount,” which makes mounting a TV flush against the wall simpler and faster than ever before. Finally, for those who desire a variety of stylish options when displaying their TV, Samsung introduced two new optional elegant TV stands – Gravity and Studio – that appeal to the consumer who prefers an un-mounted TV.

In addition to the new TVs, Samsung also detailed plans to deliver a more unified experience for customers using various services and devices. Last year’s hit Samsung One Remote has been enhanced to support even more devices and offer voice control capabilities across more Smart TV features. And Samsung SmartView app – available on Android and iOS – allow users to get their personalized SmartHub experience right on their phone, as well as notifications of new content even when the user’s TV is off.

New to the Smart TV experience in 2017 is the Samsung Sports service. The Sports Service ensures that sports fans will never miss a moment, with customizable content and alerts based on a user’s team preferences, powered by real-time partnerships with the biggest content players in sports today.

Rounding out this year’s new Smart TV portfolio of offerings, Samsung has extended its popular global service, TV PLUS, to the U.S. market. A new entertainment app exclusively available on Samsung Smart TVs, TV PLUS conveniently brings high quality content into a single app on your TV for the most premium viewing experience. Paired with Samsung Checkout, TV Plus is the fastest way to connect with the entertainment consumers love, right out of the box. In addition, Samsung has also partnered with FandangoNow in the U.S. to bring instant access to rent or buy more than 40,000 movies and shows, including new releases in 4K HDR.

Additionally, Samsung announced their newest lifestyle TV innovation. The new Lifestyle TV offers a sleek, stunning design that was curated with an artful approach. This new TV was designed to appear just like a picture would appear on a wall, outfitted with an invisible cable that allows it to hang anywhere in the home, and blend seamlessly into any living space without those unsightly cables or wires. The Lifestyle TV was awarded a “2017 Best of Innovation Award” at CES 2017 and will be launched later this year.
Samsung showcased its 2017 lineup of home audio visual products, including the new Soundbar Sound+ which features a built-in sub-woofer, H7 Wireless Audio and the latest UHD Blu-ray Player. The products reflect a comprehensive suite of premium features with an eye toward heightened integration, as well as a premium, simplistic design that complements the user experience across multiple devices. Finally, the new Soundbar and H7 feature the rich and detailed sound of UHQ 32bit, which upscales from any source that provides 8-24bit sound.

Unprecedented Flexibility in the Home

FlexWash + FlexDry laundry system offers two washers and two dryers in one system

Samsung unveiled a truly differentiated line of home appliances to give consumers more flexibility and choice in how they cook, clean and connect.

Bringing more flexibility into the laundry room, Samsung introduced FlexWash + FlexDry to meet the needs of today’s busy families. FlexWash is equipped with a 5.0 cu. ft. capacity front load washer, the largest in its class, to handle normal or bulky loads. It adds another cubic foot of capacity in a separate compartment on top for washing smaller loads separately from the main load. Both washers can run separately or simultaneously with different settings.

Meanwhile, FlexDry has the ability to tackle large laundry loads while gently drying a few delicate items at the same time at the top of the dryer. Suitable for items like athletic wear or a silk scarf, the unique Delicate Rack zone adjusts the heat automatically depending on the type of fabric being dried.

The latest edition Family Hub 2.0 refrigerator with new line of smart built-on cooking appliances

Signaling the company’s commitment to investing in categories in which its expertise and innovation can enrich and empower the lives of consumers, Samsung also introduced its line of new smart built-in appliances. This includes a new combination wall oven microwave, upgraded dishwasher, and matching line of premium refrigerators.
During the press conference, Samsung also announced Family Hub 2.0, the next generation of its award-winning refrigerator. Building upon Family Hub 1.0, which was introduced to wide acclaim last year, Family Hub 2.0 expands from four to 10 refrigerator models, so consumers can choose the refrigerator that best matches their household needs. It also features enhanced usability with intuitive app integration and new app partners to help families stay connected, manage food, and access more entertainment features on the refrigerator’s 21.5” LED touchscreen. For added convenience, Samsung’s advanced voice technology has also been integrated across many of Family Hub 2.0’s apps.

Fueling Passions with New Mobile Devices and Computers

This year at CES, Samsung introduced the next generation of mobile computing, with a range of new premium PCs that reflect the company’s commitment to design, craftsmanship, and choice. They include the Chromebook Plus and Chromebook Pro, a 15-inch Notebook 9 with a discrete GPU, and Samsung’s first-ever gaming laptop, the Notebook Odyssey.

The new Samsung Chromebooks offer a 360-degree rotating screen, quad HD screen, built-in digitized pen and new lightweight metal design

The Samsung Chromebook Plus and Chromebook Pro are premium convertible laptops designed for Google Play, and can run millions of apps from the Google Play Store. The new Chromebooks feature a sleek yet durable metal body, and also go from notebook to tablet in a single snap. Thanks to Quad HD screen, the Samsung Chromebook Plus and Chromebook Pro perform equally well as both tablet and laptop, and are also the very first Chromebooks to come with an embedded digitizer pen. The Chromebook Plus will be available with an ARM CPU, and for those looking for even stronger performance, the Chromebook Pro will be powered by an Intel core M3 CPU.

Samsung Notebook 9 delivers advanced features with strong performance and connectivity

Samsung’s new 15-inch Notebook 9, which will be available in the U.S. this year, is built for maximum performance and exceptional mobility. Powered by the 7th-generation Intel Kaby Lake processor, it also features a discrete GPU to tackle even the most hardware intensive tasks, from photo and video editing, to running programs on multiple monitors.

The award-winning Samsung Notebook Odyssey, a new portable gaming PC

Lastly, Samsung’s first-ever gaming laptop, the Samsung Notebook Odyssey, offers a mobile experience that rivals a desktop rig for power, speed and comfort while still being light enough to carry in a backpack. The laptop will be available in 15 and 17-inch screen sizes. The 15-inch Odyssey is powered by Intel’s 7th-generation Core i7 processor, with up to 32 GB of 2400 Mhz DDR4 RAM, up to 256 GB SSD and HDD dual storage, and an NVIDIA GTX 1050 graphics card. More details on the17-inch Notebook Odyssey will be unveiled later this Spring.

Usability has also been enhanced with a built-in shortcut to maximize performance. At the push of a button, supercharge the Odyssey’s processor, graphics, and memory to realize the absolute best gaming experience.

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