The Samsung Odyssey 3D G90XF S27FG900X is a 27-inch 4k 3D gaming monitor. Its most distinctive feature is the ability to create a 3D viewing experience without any 3D glasses with select games. It competes with other glasses-free 3D monitors, like the gaming-focused Acer Predator SpatialLabs View 27, as well as more creator-focused displays such as the Lenovo ThinkVision 27 3D. It's the first glasses-free 3D monitor by Samsung and comes with the Odyssey 3D Hub software, which makes 3D games and videos easily accessible. It also has additional features, such as integrated speakers, LED lighting, and a Picture-in-Picture mode.
Our Verdict
The Samsung Odyssey 3D is decent for PC gaming. It has good motion handling across its VRR range, and fast-moving objects look fairly crisp. It also feels responsive because of its very low input lag and 165Hz refresh rate. However, it has terrible local dimming and disappointing contrast, and deep blacks appear gray in a dark room. It also doesn't get bright enough for highlights to pop in HDR. Finally, its glasses-free 3D capabilities only work with a limited number of games, and it doesn't always work properly.
Fast-moving objects look fairly crisp.
Displays a fairly wide range of colors in HDR.
Supports all VRR formats.
Terrible local dimming system.
Highlights don't pop in HDR.
Glasses-free 3D only works with a limited number of games.
3D capability doesn't always work properly.
The Samsung Odyssey 3D is great for console gaming. It supports all features of the PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S. It also has decent motion handling at 60Hz and very good motion handling at 120Hz, so fast-moving objects look fairly crisp, and it has low input lag for a responsive feel. However, highlights aren't bright enough to pop in HDR, and deep blacks appear gray in a dark room.
Fast-moving objects look fairly crisp.
Displays a fairly wide range of colors in HDR.
Supports VRR with PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S.
Terrible local dimming system.
Highlights don't pop in HDR.
The Samsung Odyssey 3D is decent for office work. It has great ergonomics, though it doesn't swivel, so it doesn't work well for showing your screen to a colleague. Additionally, it has only decent text clarity because of the monitor's 3D layer. It also has terrible reflection handling, so it's not great for a bright room, even though the display gets quite bright.
Bright in SDR.
Decent viewing angles.
Great ergonomics.
No Swivel.
Terrible reflection handling.
The Samsung Odyssey 3D is satisfactory for editing work. It has great color accuracy before calibration, and it has a 4k resolution. However, because of its 3D layer, it doesn't look as sharp as expected for a 4k display. Additionally, while it gets quite bright, highlights don't pop, which isn't ideal if you're editing HDR content. It also has disappointing contrast, so deep blacks appear gray. Finally, it doesn't swivel, so it's more difficult to share work with a colleague.
Bright in SDR.
Decent viewing angles.
Great ergonomics.
Displays a fairly wide range of colors in HDR.
No Swivel.
Disappointing contrast.
The Samsung Odyssey 3D G90XF has decent brightness. While it gets quite bright in SDR, it's not bright enough for highlights to pop in HDR.
Bright in SDR.
Highlights don't pop in HDR.
The Samsung Odyssey 3D monitor has a good response time. Across its VRR range, fast-moving objects look fairly crisp, and there isn't much inverse ghosting.
Fast-moving objects look fairly crisp.
The Samsung Odyssey 3D G90XF has disappointing HDR picture quality. Though it displays a fairly wide range of colors, they aren't very vivid. Additionally, it has a terrible local dimming system and disappointing contrast.
Displays a fairly wide range of colors in HDR.
Terrible local dimming system.
The Samsung Odyssey 3D has passable SDR picture quality. Though it displays the SDR gamut well, it has poor black uniformity and disappointing contrast, and deep blacks appear gray.
Poor black uniformity.
Disappointing contrast.
The Samsung Odyssey 3D monitor has impressive color accuracy. It has great accuracy before calibration, though dark parts of scenes are too bright, and you need to calibrate it for more accurate gamma.
Great accuracy before calibration.
Good gray uniformity.
Dark parts of scenes too dark before calibration.
Performance Usages
Changelog
- Updated Nov 10, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1.1. We removed the Vertical Viewing Angle test.
- Updated Jun 20, 2025: Review published.
- Updated Jun 16, 2025: Early access published.
- Updated Jun 05, 2025: Our testers have started testing this product.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the Samsung Odyssey 3D. This is the only model Samsung offers with glasses-free 3D capability, and the results are only valid for this model.
| Model | Size | Resolution | Panel Type | Local Dimming | Glasses-Free 3D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odyssey 3D G90XF | 27" | 4k | IPS (with lenticular lens layer for 3D) | Edge-lit | Yes |
Our unit's label indicates it was manufactured in February 2025. It was tested with firmware M-F9027GCZA-1002.1.
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The Samsung Odyssey 3D is a 27-inch 4k 3D gaming monitor. It's one of a very limited number of monitors offering glasses-free 3D capabilities. It's ideally suited to 3D enthusiasts and those who enjoy using emerging technologies. However, it's not well suited to most gamers. It only works with a limited number of games, and even then, the 3D capability doesn't always work. Additionally, it's very expensive, costing far more than IPS and OLED displays that deliver much better non-3D gaming performance. It's not nearly as clear as other 4k monitors because of its 3D layer, and text doesn't look as sharp. Additionally, its highlights don't pop, and its colors aren't very vivid compared to much less expensive IPS displays like the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx. Even OLEDs like the MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED cost far less, and deliver far better motion in addition to deeper blacks in a dark room and far more vivid colors. Given its price, it's not a good option unless you're very interested in experiencing glasses-free 3D with a limited number of games.
For more options, check out our recommendations for the best 27-inch monitors, the best 4k gaming monitors, and the best gaming monitors.
The Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx and the Samsung Odyssey 3D are both 27-inch 4k gaming monitors. The Acer is the better option for most people, as it has highlights that pop, more vivid colors, and better reflection handling. The Samsung is only a good choice if you want to play a limited number of games in glasses-free 3D.
The MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED and the Samsung Odyssey 3D are both 4k gaming monitors. The MSI is the better monitor for most people, as it displays deeper blacks in a dark room, has more vivid colors, and has much better motion handling. However, you may prefer the Samsung if you're a 3D enthusiast, as it offers glasses-free 3D with select games.
The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM and the Samsung Odyssey 3D are 27-inch 4k gaming monitors. The ASUS is the better choice for most people, as it has highlights that pop, displays deeper blacks in a dark room, and has more vivid colors. The Samsung is only a good option if you're very interested in playing a limited number of games with glasses-free 3D.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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