London, UK – 13^th July 2022  – Samsung Electronics UK Ltd. has today announced the UK availability of the Odyssey Neo G8, the world’s first 240Hz 4K Gaming Monitor.

“We are thrilled to announce the UK availability of the Odyssey Neo G8, the world’s fastest 4K gaming monitor”, said Daler Bhaker,  Samsung Electronics UK Ltd. “The Odyssey Neo G8 is a truly exceptional product that allows consumers to fully immerse themselves in the gaming experience. We are excited for all to enjoy.”

The 32-inch Odyssey Neo G8 is the world’s first and fastest monitor that combines a 4K (3,840 x 2,160) 1000R curved VA panel featuring Quantum Matrix Technology, with 240Hz super-fast refresh rate and 1ms response time (GtG^[1]). Inspired the Odyssey Neo G9, the design of the Odyssey Neo G8 offers a unique exterior, whilst still being packed with top class features.

Quantum Mini LED technology enables the Odyssey Neo G8 to have accurate control of the densely packed LEDs, ensuring gamers can see both dark and bright scenes. The CoreSync lighting found on the rear of the monitor automatically detects colours on the screen and projects them in real life to create a more intense sense of immersion.

The new display technology called Matte Display, provides anti-glare and anti-reflection protection, meaning distractions are at a minimum ensuring users can focus on the content in front of them. The Odyssey Neo G8 comes with a Height Adjustable Stand (HAS), as well as Swivel and Tilt functionality for ergonomic efficiency and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) compliant mounting – users can tailor their space to suit them best for maximum comfort and productivity.

The Odyssey Neo G8 is available to purchase (RRP: £1,299.99) via Samsung.com.

For more information, please visit: https://www.samsung.com/uk/monitors/gaming/odyssey-neo-g8-g85nb-32-inch-ls32bg850nuxxu/

[1] Grey to Grey. A unit of measurement of pixel speed. Used to measure the response time of gaming monitors.

London, UK – 29^th November 2021 – Samsung Electronics UK Ltd. invites gaming fans to defy reality with the launch of the Samsung Odyssey Gaming Corner – a unique and interactive pop-up experience in Selfridges London, running from 29^th November until the end of December 2021.

Building on its collaboration with Guild Esports, the leading esports organisation co-owned by David Beckham, gamers can ‘go beyond’ and enter a new era of immersion thanks to Samsung’s award-winning Odyssey Neo G9.

Samsung Odyssey Gaming Corner gamers can play fan-favourites like Minecraft and Rocket League, and enjoy an unrivalled experience powered by two Odyssey Neo G9s nestled in a custom-built area, each with immersive 1000R curvature and Quantum Mini-LED technology, as well as dual 55” monitors for added competitive edge, just like those enjoyed by esports professionals.

When fans have hung up their digital armour, they can cheer on #GuildGang heroes Nihachu and Harrie Silver on 7^th December 2021, enjoying all the action in high-definition, as the gaming icons battle it out live from the Samsung Odyssey Gaming Corner.

7^th December 2021: Odyssey invites #GuildGang!

#Guildgang fans can join Nihachu and Harrie live in store at the Samsung Odyssey Gaming Corner in the basement at Selfridges London, while they play Rocket League and Minecraft. Twitchers across the world can tune into the action through Twitch TV.

Nihachu and Harrie will take the action beyond the screen to meet and greet fans in store afterwards for a one-time only moment.

Fans can book a complimentary slot to meet the #GuildGang stars here. The event runs between 19.00 and 21.00 on 7^th December, and those planning to attend should arrive at the Samsung Odyssey Gaming Corner in the basement at Selfridges with proof of a negative lateral flow test to escape to world-blending immersive experiences.

A dedicated ambassador will be on hand to guide throughout the run of the Samsung Odyssey Gaming Corner pop-up to advise on all available Samsung products that deliver flawless and smooth gameplay, irrespective of whether you’re a Pro or not.

Damon Crowhurst, Display Head at Samsung Electronics UK, said: “Samsung is thrilled to be able to bring the critically-acclaimed Odyssey Neo G9 to the gaming community and beyond at our Samsung Odyssey Gaming Corner pop-up in Selfridges London. Samsung is committed to providing world class performances, whether that’s the refined definition of our Odyssey Neo G9, or by teaming up with #GuildGang Heroes for live tournaments and meets and greets, we’re excited to deliver truly immersive experiences to gaming audiences.”

Michelle Tierney, Chief Commercial Officer at Guild Esports, commented: “We’re hugely excited to be working with Samsung to bring this cutting-edge gaming experience to the heart of London. Throughout our operations, from working with some of the finest esports athletes, to world class creators and emerging talent in our academy system, being able to play the games our team are passionate about on the very best equipment is hugely important to all of us at Guild, and this new Samsung Odyssey Gaming Corner offers a slice of that professional esports world to everyone.”

For further information and to book your slot to meet #GuildGang heroes Nihachu and Harrie, please visit here.

London, UK – July 2nd, 2021 – After a successful Odyssey League for Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds last year, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, the global leader in the gaming monitor market*, are once again inviting teams to participate in heated esports action – only this time, they’ll be driving cars and shooting goals in Rocket League. There are a range of Samsung prizes to be won, along with a prize pool of €25,000.

Viewers of the EU Finals will notice Samsung’s latest iteration Odyssey gaming monitors, which will be used by the teams participating in the tournament’s final stages. Bringing together the best of Samsung gaming, including the award winning Odyssey G9, recently named Best Gaming monitor at the European Hardware Association, or the new announced G70A, G50A and G30A** models which allows players to enjoy the latest high-performing PC and console games with real-world colours, pinpoint accuracy and sharp response, perfect for playing Rocket League.

The Odyssey League, named after the innovative range of gaming monitors, is a search for Europe’s best teams in competitive titles such as PUBG and this time around, Rocket League. Players who can compete at the highest levels synonymous with the Odyssey brand and are willing [1]to prove it, have a chance to win part of the €25,000 prize pool.

Registration for the tournament will open from July 2^nd, with regional teams signing up to participate in qualifiers starting July 23^rd. The victors will participate in regional finals, all of which will be broadcast in local languages.

Teams succeeding in the finals will proceed to the European finals, taking place from August 27^th to 29^th, which will be broadcast in English, and will see one team crowned champions.

The regions participating in the Odyssey League are as follows:

Teams wishing to participate can sign up at www.odysseyleague.gg.

Samsung will be tracking the tournament’s progress and news via Twitter (@OdysseyLeague) and our Discord server.

** Specifications of the on 21^st of June, 2021 announced expansion of the Odyssey Gaming Monitor Lineup.

*Based on global market share in IDC Q1 2021 Final History Report.

The Odyssey portfolio’s premium performance has been certified by TÜV Rheinland, a leading international certification organization, which recognized the Odyssey monitors with the industry’s best high performance 1000R Curved Display and Eye Comfort certificate. The Odyssey G9 is also the first monitor certified to support HRD10+, enabling it to deliver games and content in groundbreaking quality through a combination of Quantum dot technology and an HDR1000 panel.

Moreover, the innovative design of the Odyssey G9 won the CES 2020 Innovation Awards in the Computer Peripherals and Accessories category.

“Following our recent announcement of the Odyssey G7 curved gaming monitor, the G9 now joins the portfolio as the first dual QHD gaming monitor with 1000R curvature. This further solidifies Samsung’s leadership in the global gaming monitor market, with innovation happening at an unprecedented rate,” said Hyesung Ha, Senior Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung’s Odyssey G9 curved gaming monitor takes immersive gaming to the next level, giving any gamer the upper hand.”

Addressing gamers’ needs for lightning-fast speed, minimal distractions and maximum responsiveness, the G9 comes with Samsung’s latest display innovations.The 49-inch G9 is the world’s first Dual Quad High-Definition (DQHD; 5120×1440 resolution) gaming monitor that offers an industry-first, deep and immersive 1000R curvature. The G9 is set to deliver a powerful combination of features under the hood, including rapid 1ms response time with a 240Hz refresh rate and crystal clear QLED picture quality for gaming in dual QHD. The Odyssey G9 further presents a groundbreaking gameplay experience, with dynamic and seamless action scene-by-scene enabled by NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatibility and Adaptive Sync on DP1.4.

In addition, the G9 pursues an innovative and futuristic design with a glossy white exterior. It also houses Infinity Core Lighting, which allows 52 different colors and five lighting effect options behind the display. The design and lighting effects stand out from the competition and complement any gaming setup.

Samsung’s G9 will be globally available in June. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com/uk/monitors/monitor-cg95/

*Source: IDC Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker, 2019 Q4 data

London, UK – June 1, 2020 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., the leader in the gaming monitor market*, today announced the global launch of its groundbreaking Odyssey G7 gaming monitor. Unveiled at CES 2020 in Las Vegas, the Odyssey lineup reimagines the gaming experience by combining the deepest, most immersive curved displays with best-in-class performance features.

The G7 monitor is the world’s first 1000R gaming monitor, meaning it boasts a curvature radius of 1,000 millimeters. It also features a powerful combination of various features under the hood, including rapid 1ms response time with 240Hz refresh rate and crystal clear QLED picture quality to satisfy gamers’ need for smooth and captivating gameplay.

The Odyssey portfolio’s premium performance has been certified by TÜV Rheinland, a leading international certification organisation, which recognised the monitors with the industry`s best high performance 1000R curved display and ‘Eye Comfort’ certificate.

“Samsung is maintaining its position as the global gaming monitor market leader with continued innovation in creating immersive, next-generation gaming experiences, pushing the boundaries of what is possible,” said Hyesung Ha, Senior Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung Odyssey G7 curved monitor is the ultimate combination of curvature, comfort and competitive edge, giving gamers the advanced performance they need and demand.”

The 27- and 32-inch G7 delivers a rapid, 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time and deep 1000R curvature, giving games an edge. Gamers can also benefit from Wide Quad-High Definition (WQHD; 2,560×1,440 resolution), 16:9 aspect ratio, 600 cd/m2 peak brightness and Quantum dot technology for exceptionally accurate color presentation regardless of lighting.

Samsung also incorporated futuristic design elements based on observation of market trends and feedback gathered from consumers. The matte black exterior is paired with a color-changing rear core lighting system that can remain static or dim during gameplay, as well as change colours based on the preferences of the gamer.

Samsung’s latest curved gaming monitor, the G7, also supports NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatibility and Adaptive Sync on DP1.4, offering players exceptionally dynamic and seamless gameplay during any scenario.

Samsung Odyssey G7 will be available in June globally. For more information, please visit https://displaysolutions.samsung.uk/monitor/odyssey.

*Source: IDC Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker, 2019 Q4 data

Comprised of the G9 model – with an industry-leading 49” display – and the G7, available in 32” and 27”, both Odyssey gaming monitors are completely redesigned and take immersive gaming to the next level. Both monitors feature an extremely deep curvature – the first ever monitors to possess a high-performance 1000R curvaturestunning QLED picture quality.

The monitor’s superior performances have even been certified by TÜV Rheinland, a leading international certification organization which has awarded Samsung the industry’s first high performance 1000R curved display and Eye Comfort certificate. Gamers can benefit from 1ms response time and 240hz refresh rate, putting themselves in the middle of the action. Samsung`s newest gaming monitors will support NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatibility** and Adaptive Sync. Both monitors have also been redesigned with a completely new take on what gaming monitors can look like.

“The new Odyssey portfolio proves that Samsung is continuing to drive innovation with industry-leading technology and design that allow gamers significantly better performances,” said Seog-gi Kim, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung’s new curved gaming monitor line-up has been completely redesigned to give gamers an entirely new and immersive experience.”

Immersion and speed are critical as gaming is more competitive than ever. The new monitors’ gaming-focused, technical innovations take gamers’ needs for speed, responsiveness and minimal distractions into account, equipping them with the best gaming experience possible.

49” G9: The Most Immersive Gaming Experience

The G9 is the world’s first Dual Quad High-Definition (DQHD; 5120×1440 resolution) gaming monitor to feature a rapid, 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, 32:9 aspect ratio, a deep and immersive 1000R curvature, and a peak brightness of 1000 cd/m2. The monitor features Quantum dot technology combined with a HDR1000 VA panel to produce lifelike colours in vivid detail. The combination of quick response time and refresh rate along with industry-leading 1000R curve eliminates distractions and lag time, creating ultra-smooth screen transitions for critical gaming moments where a split second could mean the difference between winning and losing.

The G9 has a striking new design with a glossy white exterior and a futuristic infinity core lighting glowing rear core, which includes 52 colours and five lighting effect options. The design and lighting effects stand out from the competition and complement any gaming setup.

32” and 27” G7: A Whole New Gaming Experience

Gamers will appreciate that the G7 has the same quick response time and refresh rate, deep curved display, and overall performance of the G9, in smaller 32” and 27” models. The G7’s Quad-High Definition (QHD; 2560×1440 resolution), 16:9 aspect ratio and HDR600 VA panel are complemented by a 600 cd/m2 peak brightness. Additionally, the G7’s QLED screen with Quantum dot technology provides an exceptionally wide range of accurate colour reproductions that stay crisp and clear even in bright light.

The G7 has been completely redesigned with a sleek, matte black exterior and colour-changing rear core lighting that can remain static or dim during gameplay, as well as change colors based on gamers’ preferences. In addition, the G7 has added dynamic shapes and lighting to the monitor`s front bezel.

To fully experience the G9 and G7, please visit Samsung at CES at the Central Hall (Booth #15006) from January 7-10, 2020. For additional information on all Samsung gaming monitors, please visit https://displaysolutions.samsung.com/monitor/odyssey.

Samsung’s G9 and G7 will be available globally beginning Q2 2020.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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* Source: IDC Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker, 2019 Q3 data

** Disclaimer: G-SYNC Compatibility validation for G9 and G7 gaming monitors are currently in progress.

London, UK – September 27, 2019 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced its official sponsorship of the PLAYERUNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS Europe League (PUBG PEL). As part of this sponsorship, all upcoming PUBG PEL matches in 2019 will be played on the C27RG5, Samsung’s latest curved gaming monitor –marking the first time ever official PUBG PEL ESports matches will be played on curved monitors. The CRG5, which was first unveiled at E3 2019, delivers a powerful combination of industry-first 240Hz refresh rate with a curved display and NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, to provide the immersive experience that gamers have come to expect.

PUBG Europe League is the professional European league for the popular Battle Royale game, PUBG. Based in Berlin, Germany, the league represents Europe’s portion of the official 2019 competitive season held by PUBG Corporation and Starladder. The third and final phase of the season pits 16 of the biggest Esports teams in the world against each other. World renowned teams such as FaZe Clan, Natus Vincere, Team Liquid, G2 Esports, Pittsburg Knights, Team SoloMid and Ninjas in Pyjamas will train and compete on the Samsung C27RG5 for a chance to win part of the $350.000 prize pool. Official matches are played Friday through Sunday from 6PM to 9PM, with the phase 3 final taking place on October 6^th and the promotion cup final taking place on October 20^th.

CRG5: World`s first 240Hz refresh rate with curved display

The 27-inch CRG5 combines a lightning-fast refresh rate through 240Hz RapidCurve technology and 1500R curvature, eliminating lag time while displaying ultra-smooth scenes for a truly immersive experience. The 240Hz refresh rate allows a swift, effortless response to screen transitions and quickly changing situations, while the 1500R curved screen offers a wider view with just one glance.

To eliminate tears, stuttering and any delay in the action, G-sync compatibility from NVIDIA synchronizes the graphics processing unit (GPU) and panel, offering players exceptionally dynamic and seamless gameplay during any scene in full HD resolution.

An impressive 3000:1 contrast ratio means Samsung’s latest curved gaming monitor delivers deeper blacks and brighter whites, providing superfine detail in the brightest and darkest parts of an image for greater user enjoyment. Samsung’s CRG5 has a curved vertical alignment (VA) panel display tailored to the user’s range of view for increased concentration during critical gameplay moments.

The bezel-less design of Samsung’s CRG5 gives gamers even more screen space, while a strong, sturdy Y-stand and game dashboard-style On Screen Display (OSD) menu enhances any gaming environment. Samsung’s CRG5 also offers a host of optimal gaming modes that make the player experience more comfortable than ever before. Game Mode is an optional setting that automatically, and optimally, adjusts black gamma levels, contrast, sharpness and color for all types of games. Low input Lag Mode can also minimize delays between a user’s input devices and display, while Virtual Aim both increases and enhances accuracy when playing a first-person shooter. Finally, Eye Saver Mode minimizes the blue light omitted by the display to keep eyes comfortable when gaming for extended periods of time.

For more on Samsung and PEL, go to https://displaysolutions.samsung.com/pubg2019.