The Samsung Odyssey G6 S32BG65 is a 1440p gaming monitor, part of the 2022 Odyssey gaming lineup. It has a 1000R curved 32-inch screen, built with a VA panel. It offers many features to enhance the gaming experience, like a 240Hz refresh rate, FreeSync variable refresh rate (VRR), G-SYNC compatibility, and HDMI 2.1 bandwidth. Like the Samsung Odyssey G7/G70B S32BG70, it comes with the built-in Tizen smart system, allowing you to stream directly from the monitor. Unlike some other Samsung models, like the Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 S32BG75, it doesn't have Mini LED backlighting.
Our Verdict
The Samsung Odyssey G6 is a very good monitor, as it performs well in a variety of uses. It's oriented towards gaming, featuring a 240Hz refresh rate with a very fast response time, as well as FreeSync support and multiple gaming features. It performs well for content creation and media consumption since it has superb accuracy and a remarkable SDR gamut. It's also very good for office work as long as the screen doesn't need to be shared since the viewing angles are narrow, meaning that the picture doesn't look consistent if you're looking from the sides.
- Great contrast ratio.
- Amazing accuracy.
- Great ergonomics.
- Terrible local dimming.
- Narrow viewing angles.
The Samsung Odyssey G6 32 is good for office work. The 32-inch screen provides plenty of real estate for multitasking, and the text is sharp. The brightness can suit those who work in bright environments and are concerned about glare. The viewing angles aren't ideal for sharing a screen, as the picture doesn't look consistent from the sides.
- Good resolution and size.
- Great ergonomics.
Good text clarity.
- Narrow viewing angles.
The Samsung Odyssey G65B is a great gaming monitor. It peaks at a maximum refresh rate of 240Hz with full support of FreeSync and G-SYNC over DisplayPort. Even though it has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, it's not fully compatible with the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. The contrast ratio is very good, and the curved screen size makes for an immersive gaming experience.
- Great contrast ratio.
- High refresh rate.
- Fast response time.
- Large, curved screen.
- Terrible local dimming.
- Doesn't have full console compatibility.
The Samsung Odyssey G6 is good for media consumption. It has a built-in Tizen OS to stream content without a PC. The high contrast ratio with the large 1440p screen delivers a good viewing experience, while its brightness can fight most glare. However, it's not ideal for watching content with other people as the viewing angles are sub-par, which translates into an image looking inconsistent from the sides.
- Great contrast ratio.
- Amazing accuracy.
- Good resolution and size.
- Outstanding SDR color gamut.
- Built-in Tizen.
- Terrible local dimming.
- Narrow viewing angles.
The Samsung G65B is very good for content creation. The screen offers enough space to have multiple windows open simultaneously. It has superb accuracy and a remarkable SDR gamut, while the ergonomics allow you to adjust the screen to your liking. The curved screen can pose a problem for some users, as straight lines look distorted from the curvature. The narrow viewing angles restrict you from sharing the screen with others since the image looks inconsistent when you move off-center.
- Great contrast ratio.
- Amazing accuracy.
- Good resolution and size.
- Outstanding SDR color gamut.
- Terrible local dimming.
- Narrow viewing angles.
The Samsung Odyssey G6 delivers a decent HDR experience. It has a great contrast ratio, resulting in deep blacks in a dark room, while it has good HDR color gamut, which means it can display the necessary colors for HDR. However, it doesn't get very bright in HDR, so highlights don't pop. It has a local dimming feature which unfortunately performs terribly, as you'll observe some blooming around bright objects.
- Great contrast ratio.
- Outstanding gradient handling.
- Wide color gamut.
- Terrible local dimming.
- Doesn't get very bright in HDR.
Changelog
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Updated Oct 22, 2024:
Added that the Samsung Odyssey G6/G65D S32BG65D is a Variant of this monitor that's only available to purchase at Best Buy in the U.S.
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Updated Oct 21, 2024:
Fixed mistakes with results of the Thickness in the Stand section and with Resolution and Size. We also clarified that it has eight vertical Local Dimming zones and changed the Text Clarity score to 7.5 to better match other 32-inch, 1440p monitors.
- Updated Jul 12, 2024: Changed the Ergonomics score and updated the text, as the previous tilt range and ergonomics scores were incorrect.
- Updated Aug 09, 2023: Updated the firmware to version 1504 and confirmed that VRR now works with the PlayStation 5.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 32-inch Samsung Odyssey G6 32, which is also available in a 27-inch size, known as the Samsung Odyssey G6 S27BG65. It's a different product, so the results aren't valid for it. There's also a Best Buy-exclusive variant that Samsung released in 2024, the Samsung Odyssey G6/G65D S32BG65D, that has the same specs, and you can see the differences for them below. Keep in mind that the full model code may vary between regions and even retailers.
| Size | US Model Code | Release Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27" | LS27BG652ENXGO | 2022 | - |
| 32" | LS32BG652ENXGO | 2022 | - |
| 32" | LS32BG65DENXGO | 2024 | Best Buy Exclusive |
Our unit's label shows that it was manufactured in October 2022.
Popular Monitor Comparisons
The Samsung Odyssey G6 is a great gaming monitor with the potential to compete with the best on the market as it combines a 1440p resolution with a 240Hz refresh rate. It's reminiscent of the 2020 Samsung Odyssey G7 C32G75T, but with a few differences, notably on the motion handling side. Unless you want a monitor with a VA panel, there are better value options. Other monitors like the Gigabyte M27Q X, or, if you don't mind a lower refresh rate, the LG 32GP850-B/32GP83B-B, offer similar performance at a lower price point.
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The Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70 is a higher-end monitor than the Samsung Odyssey G65B S32BG65, and the two models have a number of differences. The G70D has a higher 4k resolution for sharper images, a wider viewing angle that helps if you need to share the screen with someone, and better motion handling. However, the G65B has a higher refresh rate, which is helpful if you like playing games at high frame rates. The G65B also looks better in dark and bright rooms because it has a higher native contrast ratio for deeper blacks and gets brighter.
The Samsung Odyssey G65D S32BG65D is a newer model than the Samsung Odyssey G65B S32BG65, but they perform very similarly. The main difference is that the S32BG65D is a Best Buy-exclusive model, so choosing one over the other depends on which retailer you want to get your monitor from.
The Samsung Odyssey G7 C32G75T and the Samsung Odyssey G65B S32BG65 are both 1440p monitors with a 240Hz refresh rate, supporting FreeSync natively. The G6 is better for office use because it has better ergonomics and higher peak brightness, but the G7 has a better response time at 60Hz, as well as a more responsive input lag, which makes it better for gaming.
The Samsung Odyssey G65B S32BG65 and the LG 32GP850-B/32GP83B-B are both 1440p gaming monitors, but they differ in some regards. Aside from using different panel types, the LG has a better response time and lower input lag, which is important if you play fast-paced video games. The LG also offers better viewing angles, so you can share the screen while the image keeps its consistency. The Samsung monitor offers a deeper contrast, resulting in better blacks, benefiting darker scenes in movies and video games. It also performs better in HDR and has Tizen OS built-in, allowing you to stream content directly from the monitor.
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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