2024 Odyssey OLED and Smart Monitor Lineups Now Available in South Africa

Next-level OLED experiences get prevention from burn-in with new proprietary technology on latest Odyssey OLED series Smart features powered by AI bring enhanced entertainment to Smart Monitor M8 and Odyssey OLED G6

Samsung Electronics South Africa has announced that its new 2024 Odyssey OLED G6 gaming monitor and Smart Monitor M8 are now available in South Africa, with a special offer. Buy any of the new 2024 monitors and get a complimentary store voucher worth R2 000. Offer is valid until 11 August 2024.

These new and updated models bring features that people want — as well as some they don’t expect — to deliver new experiences, no matter how they use their monitors. The Odyssey lineup brings a next-level OLED experience and new AI capabilities[1] to the Odyssey OLED G6; the Smart Monitor lineup heightens joy with more enhanced entertainment features, plus the Smart Monitor M8 powered by AI boosts connectivity to create a complete workstation.

Samsung’s latest monitor lineups deliver a breadth of options to users globally and create better experiences, no matter how people use them. From the groundbreaking AI-powered Odyssey OLED gaming monitor to multi-device experiences in the Smart Monitor lineups, Samsung remains committed to redefining the market and delivering cutting-edge technologies to users everywhere.

Odyssey OLED Series: Visual Excellence With New Burn-In Prevention Features

The 2024 Odyssey OLED models expand Samsung’s offerings of next-generation OLED performance with the new Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD model).

The Odyssey OLED G6 is a 27” QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution monitor, supporting a 16:9 aspect ratio. Its 360Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms GtG response time make it easy for gamers to keep up with fast-moving gameplay.

The new OLED model features Samsung OLED Safeguard+, a new proprietary burn-in protection technology. This technology is one of the first in the world to prevent burn-in by applying a pulsating heat pipe to the monitor. Additionally, the Dynamic Cooling System evaporates and condenses a coolant to diffuse heat five times more effectively than the older graphite sheet method, which prevents burn-in by reducing temperature at the core. The monitor also detects static images like logos and taskbars, automatically reducing their brightness to provide another means of burn-in prevention.

The OLED G6 delivers excellent OLED picture quality with a brightness of 250 nits (Typ.), while FreeSync Premium Pro keeps the GPU and display panel synced up to eliminate choppiness, screen lag and screen tearing.

Samsung’s new OLED Glare Free technology also preserves color accuracy and reduces reflections while maintaining image sharpness to ensure an immersive viewing experience, even in daylight. The OLED-optimized, low-reflection coating overcomes the trade-off between gloss and reflection thanks to a new, specialized hard-coating layer and surface coating pattern.

The OLED G6  monitor features a super slim metal design that gives them a distinct identity, while Core Lighting+ enhances entertainment and gaming experiences with ambient lighting that synchronizes with the screen. The ergonomic stand also makes long sessions more comfortable with adjustable height, plus tilt and swivel support.

 

The new Odyssey OLED monitor is the next entry to expand Samsung’s OLED monitor market leadership. Their release comes after Samsung achieved the top position in global sales in the OLED monitor market within only one year of launching its first OLED model. This achievement underscores Samsung’s rapid ascent in the competitive landscape of OLED monitors while reinforcing its commitment to diversifying its gaming monitor lineup with models that leverage the company’s proprietary OLED technology.

Smart Monitor M8: AI Processing for Crystal Clear Video and Audio

The updated Smart Monitor lineup brings together a complete multi-device experience into one hub for smarter entertainment and greater productivity. The upgraded 2024 models include the M8 (M80D model), currently available, and the M7 (M70D model) which will be launched later in the year.

The upgraded 32” 4K UHD Smart Monitor M8 introduces new features powered by AI with the NQM AI processor, taking entertainment experiences to the next level. AI upscaling brings lower resolution content up to nearly 4K, and Active Voice Amplifier Pro uses AI to analyze background noise in the user’s environment to optimize dialogue in the user’s content. 360 Audio Mode is available on the M8, which pairs with Galaxy Buds to create an immersive sound environment. The built-in SlimFit Camera also makes it easy to conduct video calls through mobile applications with Samsung Dex.

New to the entire line of Smart Monitors is a Workout Tracker, which pairs with a Galaxy Watch to enable real-time health data on the screen, even while streaming content. This makes it easier to track workout goals and can make working out more enjoyable.

These new features enhance the already impressive Smart Monitor functionality. Smart TV apps and Samsung TV Plus provide instant access to a wide range of streaming services and live content, without needing to boot up a PC or connect to other devices.

The M7 will be available in 32” with 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution, a brightness of 300 nits (Typ.) and a gray to gray (GtG) response time of 4ms.

For more information on Samsung’s 2024 monitor lineups, please visit https://www.samsung.com/za/.

Specifications

 

Odyssey OLED Series
  Model G80SD G60SD  
 

 

Display

Screen Size 32”/ 16:9 / Flat 27” / 16:9 / Flat  
Panel Type OLED OLED  
Brightness (Typ.) 250 cd/m2 250 cd/m2  
Refresh Rate 240Hz 360Hz  
Resolution 3840 x 2160 2560 x 1440  
Glare Type OLED Glare Free OLED Glare Free  
Response Time GtG 0.03ms GtG 0.03ms  
Interface Interface 2 HDMI (2.1), 1 DP (1.4),

3 USB 3.0 (1 Up, 2 Down)

2 HDMI (2.1), 1 DP (1.4),

3 USB 3.0 (1 Up, 2 Down)

 
 

 

Features

Smart Yes  
Built-in Speaker Yes  
Sync Tech AMD FreeSync Premium Pro AMD FreeSync Premium Pro  
Burn-in Protection Yes (Samsung OLED Safeguard+) Yes (Samsung OLED Safeguard+)  
Design Stand Type HAS/Tilt/Swivel/Pivot/VESA HAS/Tilt/Swivel/Pivot/VESA  

 

 

 

  Model M80D M70D
  Screen Size 32” 32”
  Panel Type VA, Flat VA, Flat
Brightness (Typ.) 400 cd/m2 300 cd/m2
Display Refresh Rate 60Hz 60Hz
Contrast Ratio 3,000:1 (Typ.) 32”: 3,000:1 (Typ.)

 

  Resolution 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160
  Response Time 4ms (GtG) 4ms (GtG)
  HDR Yes (HDR 10+) Yes (HDR 10)
 

AI Technology

4K Upscaling Yes
Active Voice Amplifier Pro Yes
Smart VOD (Netflix, YouTube, etc.) Yes Yes
Gaming Hub Yes Yes
IoT Hub Yes (Built-in) Yes (Dongle Support)
Voice Assistant Yes (Far Field Voice) Yes (Far Field Voice)
Workspace Yes Yes
Multi View 2 screens (Full Screen) 2 Screens
MDE feature Multi Control Yes Yes
360 Audio Mode Yes
Workout Tracker Yes Yes
 

Interface

Mouse & Keyboard control (with ESB) Yes Yes
Interface 1 HDMI (2.0), 2 USB-A, 1 USB-C (65W) 2 HDMI (2.0), 3 USB-A, 1 USB-C (65W)
Camera In-Box (Slim Fit Camera) Compatible
Speaker 5W x 2  

32”: 5W x 2

Eye Care Adaptive Picture Yes Yes
Eye Saver Mode / Flicker Free -Yes Yes
Design Iconic Slim Design Yes
Color Warm White Black
Stand HAS, Pivot, Tilt Simple

 

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