Samsung’s 27-inch Odyssey OLED G5 G50SF goes on sale at Amazon — 1440p resolution, 180 Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time for under $400

Source: Tom’s Hardware

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Overview

The Samsung Odyssey OLED G5 (model G50SF) is on sale for President’s Day. Launched late last year with an MSRP of $549.99, it is now available on Amazon for $349.99, a discount of roughly 36 %.

Specifications

• Panel type: QD‑OLED, 27‑inch
• Resolution: 2560 × 1440 (QHD) – the sweet spot for PC gaming
• Refresh rate: Up to 180 Hz via DisplayPort, 144 Hz via HDMI
• Response time: 0.03 ms (GTG)
• Adaptive sync: NVIDIA G‑Sync compatible, AMD FreeSync
• Color gamut: 99 % DCI‑P3, Pantone‑validated (2100+ colors, 110+ skin‑tone shades)
• HDR: HDR10 support

Key Features

• Glare‑free film: 54 % less glossy than conventional anti‑reflection coatings, reducing reflections.
• Burn‑in protection:
  • Thermal Modulation System that automatically controls brightness and prevents overheating.
  • Logo and task‑bar detection.
  • Screen‑saver that dims the panel after 10 minutes of inactivity.

Connectivity

• DisplayPort 1.2
• HDMI 2.0
• 3.5 mm headphone jack

The monitor supports a 100 × 100 mm VESA mount. The included desk stand offers limited adjustments, but the unit can be wall‑mounted or used with a monitor arm.

Pricing

• Current Amazon price: $349.99
• Launch MSRP: $549.99

The discounted price makes the Odyssey OLED G5 a viable entry point for OLED gaming without the premium cost of earlier models.