32″ Samsung Odyssey G5 G50F Puts Smooth 1440p Gaming Within Reach for Everyday Budgets

Samsung keeps refining its gaming displays with the 32-inch Odyssey G5 G50F, priced at $220 (was $350). This version steps away from the curved VA panels found in earlier G5 models and adopts a flat Fast IPS design instead. The result targets players who want higher refresh rates and sharper resolution without spending top dollar or dealing with the smearing that sometimes appeared in older curved versions.

QHD resolution of 2560 by 1440 on a 32-inch screen gives razor-sharp details whether you’re gaming or working on your desktop. The pixel density is pleasant to look at for hours on end, sharp enough to read tiny text or recognize that enemy hiding in the distance, but not so demanding that you need the most powerful graphics technology to increase the settings. All of this on a 180 Hz refresh rate via DisplayPort keeps fast motion looking silky smooth, and even at 144 Hz when connected via HDMI, the experience is fluid. Response times are 1 ms gray to grey, so you won’t notice the annoying blur when you rotate quickly or fast motion impacts the screen.

Adaptive sync is provided and supports both FreeSync and G-Sync setups. When paired with a sufficient graphics card, you can very well say goodbye to screen tearing and stuttering, as your gaming experience will be silky smooth, whether it’s a fast shooter or a story-driven adventure. Input lag is low enough that your reactions appear instantaneous and not delayed at all. The ips panel keeps the colors nice and stable even whether you glance at the screen from the side or thrash around in your chair.

It can handle normal indoor lighting at a brightness of around 300 nits without appearing washed out. The HDR10 support is also helpful, as it adds some oomph to bright highlights in games and media that support it, although the overall dynamic range isn’t as wide as some of the higher-end panels on the market. Contrast is typical of IPS, therefore in exceptionally dark environments, those deep shadows will appear more grey than black.

The included stand is excellent since it offers complete ergonomic flexibility; you can tilt, spin, pivot, and adjust the height to get it just perfect for whatever long you’re seated. The slim bezel design is exceptionally clean and simple, and VESA 100x 100 compatibility enables monitor arms or wall mounts when desk space is limited. Cable management is also rather straightforward, which helps to keep things looking neat.

The connectivity is straightforward but effective: DisplayPort and HDMI connections for connecting your PC or console, as well as a headphone jack for privacy. It also has a black equalization to raise shadows in low-light gaming conditions, as well as a virtual aim point that overlays a crosshair for precision targeting. Automatic source switching is a useful feature that makes switching between devices straightforward.