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A new Samsung gaming monitor will be available for purchase on Amazon on November 11, 2024. Samsung gaming monitors are known for packing an incredible suite of features, and this one is no different.

Boasting a 32-inch 4K OLED screen, the G8 aims to deliver life-like visuals that will make each gaming session feel more realistic than ever before. While some may argue that 27 inches is the best spot for gaming, especially for competitive titles such as Apex Legends and Fortnite, the Samsung monitor ships with an OLED display which needs a slightly larger screen to contain its visual goodness.

Seeing as OLED monitors are known for their impressive brightness levels, it’s no surprise that the G8 ships with 250 nits of brightness along with a wider spectrum of colors. So, whether you opt to play in a dark room or a place that receives ambient lighting frequently, you should still get a clear view of the screen. While 4K is considered the standard for recent and upcoming titles, a ton of old games were designed for lower resolutions, like 1080p.

When playing an old game, rest assured that the graphics will look much better than on a 1080p monitor thanks to the monitor’s NQ8 AI Gen3 processor which upscales lower resolutions to near-4K standard. The G8’s pre-order fee of $1,250 may seem a bit pricey, but given its vast array of premium features, it’s a fair price point.

Spotlighting the Samsung G8’s Other Specs

When it comes to gaming, you want the best specs as they can significantly improve your experience, especially with competitive titles where quick reactions can give you an edge. Featuring a 240Hz refresh rate, this 4K monitor promises to give you a competitive advantage over rivals in heated in-game moments.

Alongside the high refresh rate is the 0.03 ms (GtG) response time, which reduces inconveniences such as screen stuttering and input lag. Aside from stuttering and lag, ghosting is another issue that can greatly dampen your gaming experience. The G8 looks to avoid that from occurring by being Nvidia G-Sync compatible. This means that the monitor’s GPU and panel will always be in sync, thereby lowering the chances of choppiness.

One way Samsung TVs and monitors have managed to stand out from the growing competition is by offering access to cloud game streaming. Through the Samsung Gaming Hub, feel free to explore a new tier of gaming by streaming your favorite titles on platforms such as Xbox Game Pass and Nvidia GeForce Now.

You can even keep up with your top gaming content creators by streaming Twitch directly from your monitor.

The G8 not only functions as a monitor for gaming, but it can also double as a smart TV for watching shows and movies. When you feel like taking a break from an extended gaming session, the monitor comes with a wide array of streaming services, like Netflix and Prime Video, which you can binge on. And of course, you can expect the AI-powered processor to upgrade a show or movie’s lower resolution to a near-4K standard.

When watching fast-paced scenes in live sports games, it can be difficult to keep up with the action. The G8 aims to remedy that by offering AI Motion Enhancer Pro which smooths out the motion of fast-paced images, making it possible for your eyes to follow each moment seamlessly.