The Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70 is a mid-range IPS gaming monitor featuring a 32-inch, 144Hz display and 4k resolution. It competes against other similar monitors, such as the LG 32GR93U-B, the Gigabyte M32U, the Lenovo Legion Y32p-30, and the Dell G3223Q. It's an update to the Samsung Odyssey G7/G70B S32BG70, and there are a few changes in the monitor's design, such as a new stand and a thinner bottom bezel. You can also get it in a 27-inch size with the Samsung Odyssey G70D S27DG70, though that's a completely different model, and not a variant.
It comes with features not often seen on monitors, such as an integrated smart OS and a remote control, so you can load apps on the monitor, control it like a TV, and even connect Bluetooth earbuds or headphones. It also has some additional gaming features, such as support for all VRR formats, RGB lighting, simulated ultrawide game view, and the ability to add a virtual crosshair.
Our Verdict
The Samsung G70D S32DG70 is satisfactory for PC gaming. It has very good motion handling across its VRR range, so fast-moving objects look fairly crisp. It also has low input lag and a 144Hz max refresh rate for a responsive feel, and it displays a wide range of colors. However, it has disappointing contrast and awful local dimming, and deep blacks look gray. Additionally, highlights don't pop in HDR.
Fast-moving objects look fairly crisp above 60Hz.
Displays a wide range of colors in HDR.
Supports all VRR formats.
Awful local dimming feature.
Highlights don't pop in HDR.
The Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70 is very good for console gaming, but it has a few caveats. It supports all features of the PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S. It also has low input lag at 60Hz and 120Hz, so it feels responsive with fast-paced games. Additionally, it has very good motion handling at 120Hz, though it's a bit less crisp at 60Hz. However, it has disappointing contrast and awful local dimming, and deep blacks look gray. It also doesn't get bright enough for highlights to pop in HDR.
Fast-moving objects look fairly crisp above 60Hz.
Displays a wide range of colors in HDR.
Supports VRR with PS5, PS5 Pro, and Xbox Series X|S.
Awful local dimming feature.
Highlights don't pop in HDR.
Fast-moving objects look a bit blurry at 60Hz.
The Samsung G70D S32DG70 is impressive for office work. It has fantastic text clarity and ergonomics, so you can work with it comfortably for long intervals. It also has a fairly high refresh rate and very good motion handling, so text looks crisp even if you're rapidly scrolling through long documents or web pages. Additionally, it's bright enough to overcome all but the brightest glare.
Overcomes most glare.
Fairly wide viewing angles.
Fantastic ergonomics.
Fantastic text and image clarity.
Distracting reflections in really bright rooms.
The Samsung G70D is satisfactory for editing work. It displays a wide range of colors and has good accuracy before calibration. Additionally, its 4k resolution ensures text and images look sharp. However, it has disappointing contrast, so it's not good for editing darker content. Additionally, its local dimming is awful, so it doesn't work well for editing HDR content either.
Overcomes most glare.
Fairly wide viewing angles.
Fantastic ergonomics.
Fantastic text and image clarity.
Displays a wide range of colors in HDR.
Awful local dimming feature.
Disappointing contrast.
Limited accuracy after calibration.
Distracting reflections in really bright rooms.
The Samsung G70D S32DG70 has decent SDR brightness, and it overcomes most glare in SDR. However, while it's even better at overcoming glare in HDR, it doesn't get bright enough for highlights to pop.
Overcomes most glare.
Highlights don't pop in HDR.
The Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70 has a very good response time. Fast-moving objects look fairly crisp across its VRR range as well as at its max refresh rate of 144Hz. However, there's a moderate amount of inverse ghosting when very bright or very dark parts of scenes transition to mid-tones. Additionally, at 60Hz fast-moving objects look a bit less crisp.
Fast-moving objects look fairly crisp above 60Hz.
Fast-moving objects look a bit blurry at 60Hz.
The Samsung G70D S32DG70 has disappointing HDR picture quality. While it displays a wide range of colors, its local dimming is awful. Additionally, it has disappointing contrast, and deep blacks look gray.
Displays a wide range of colors in HDR.
Awful local dimming feature.
The Samsung G70D S32DG70 has sub-par SDR picture quality. While it displays the SDR gamut well, it has bad black uniformity and disappointing contrast, and deep blacks appear gray.
Bad black uniformity.
Disappointing contrast.
The Samsung G70D has great color accuracy. It has good accuracy before calibration, though most parts of scenes are too dark, and you need to calibrate it for better accuracy.
Good accuracy before calibration.
Good gray uniformity.
Limited accuracy after 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.
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Updated Aug 25, 2025:
We corrected a mistake to clarify that this model has an Ethernet port.
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Updated Jul 14, 2025:
We updated text throughout to match the new and updated tests with Test Bench 2.1, including in the Verdict section.
- Updated Jul 10, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1. This includes new tests for Direct Reflections, Ambient Black Level Raise, and Total Reflected Light. You can see all the changes in the changelog.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 32-inch Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70, though the full model code may vary between regions. Samsung also offers the G70D in a 27-inch size, the S27DG70, but that version performs differently. You can see the main differences between these monitors below. These results are only valid for this model.
| Model | Size | Resolution | Panel Type | Refresh Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S32DG70 | 32" | 4k | IPS | 144Hz |
| S27DG70 | 27" | 4k | IPS | 144Hz |
Our unit's label indicates it was manufactured in December 2024. We tested it with firmware 1313.
Popular Monitor Comparisons
The Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70 is a mid-range 32-inch 4k gaming monitor. Its most distinctive feature is the ability to use it like a TV, as it has a smart OS, an included remote, and Bluetooth connectivity, so you can use apps like Netflix and even connect earbuds or headphones to it wirelessly. It also works well with game consoles. However, if you don't need these features, it doesn't compare well to its peers. Compared to monitors like the Dell G3223Q and the LG 32GR93U-B, it displays a more limited range of colors, has worse contrast, and is less accurate. The G3223Q, in particular, gets considerably brighter in HDR.
That said, all of these monitors have terrible or non-existent local dimming solutions, so HDR content doesn't look good, and deep blacks look gray. If you don't mind a smaller size, 27-inch IPS monitors with Mini LED backlighting like the Acer Nitro XV275K P3biipruzx deliver far better HDR performance for a similar cost.
For more options, check out our recommendations for the best 32-inch monitors, the best 4k gaming monitors, and the best gaming monitors.
The Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70 is higher-end than the Samsung Odyssey G50D S27DG50, so the G70D is better for the most part. The G70D has a higher 4k resolution for more detailed images, so it's better for console gaming, and it has better motion handling. The G70D also comes with a built-in smart system, allowing you to stream content without your PC. On the other hand, the G50D is the better choice for well-lit rooms because it has better reflection handling and gets brighter.
The Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 S32BG75 and the Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70 are different types of 4k gaming monitors. They use different panel types; the VA panel on the Neo G7, combined with its Mini LED local dimming feature, makes it the better choice for HDR gaming with deeper blacks and brighter highlights. The Neo G7 also gets brighter and has superior reflection handling, so it's the better choice for well-lit rooms. However, the G70D has an IPS panel with wider viewing angles, so it's better for co-op gaming with someone sitting next to you. And although both monitors have similar motion handling, the G70D has less black smearing with fast-moving objects, but it has more inverse ghosting instead.
The Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 S32BG85 is a higher-end monitor than the Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70, so it's the better choice for most gamers. The biggest advantage of the Neo G8 is that it uses Mini LED backlighting, which the G70D doesn't, so the Neo G8 has better local dimming with deeper blacks and brighter highlights. This makes the Neo G8 a better choice for HDR gaming. The Neo G8 also has a higher 240Hz refresh rate for a smoother feel, but it has more smearing with fast-moving objects than the G70D. The G70D has some advantages, though, as it has fewer bugs and wider viewing angles, making it the better choice for sharing your screen with others. The G70D also has a built-in smart OS, so you can stream content without a PC.
The Samsung Odyssey G9 C49G95T and the Samsung Odyssey G70D S32DG70 are different types of monitors. The G9 is a 49-inch super ultrawide display that's ideal for playing atmospheric or sim racing games, and it has a higher refresh rate. On the other hand, the G70D is the better choice for playing console games because it has a 4k resolution with HDMI 2.1 bandwidth to support all signals from consoles. The G70D also has a built-in smart system that you can use to stream content without a PC.
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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