GREATEST 4K MONITOR? Watch THIS before you buy | Samsung G8 Neo.

The Samsung Odyssey G8 Neo is not only the world's first 240hz 4k gaming monitor, it also happens to be one of the brightest HDR capable displays and I think it's the best gaming monitor money can buy.
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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
1:21 - Samsung G8 Neo Specs
2:07 - Gaming on the Samsung G8 Neo
3:02 - 240hz at 4K
3:43 - Panel Display
4:23 - Brightness & Mini LEDs
5:37 - Color Display
6:34 - HDR Calibration Setup
8:04 - AMD Freesync
8:29 - Problems & Issues
9:26 - Summary
10:20 - Price
11:06 - Outro
11:38 - Bonus Content
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[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Who needs a new monitor?

[@djFreed]

Currently deciding between this, and the LG Ultragear OLED 27".

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

I don't think you could go wrong with either. OLED imo, looks better color-wise but mini LED can get so much brighter. If you don't care about HDR content then I think OLED is the way to go unless you really want the 32" display size. @@djFreed

[@Wiijo.]

I do trying to decide between Neo G8 or LG - Ultragear 45" OLED.... or wait ....

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Both probably solid options!

[@theghastlygamer5326]

I am deciding between this and the g9 49 in oled

[@tiduschenable]

Been using this monitor since launching, this is by far the best monitor I ever had. Worth every single penny.

[@prebenirgens1387]

Great review. just what I was looking for

[@alecduvenage2001]

I only stumbled upon this channel now while doing some research on buying a new monitor and can't understand why it only has so few subscribers compared to how good the videos are. Keep up the good work man, you're gonna pop off soon! Really informative and the quality is great! Might have sold me on getting the G8 Neo

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Means a ton! Glad you found us. We will keep pumping out the good stuff for ya 💪🏻

[@gaijinblow]

I always thought HDR was going to be a forgettable feature. Until I recorded something in HDR and was wow-ed by it. Games that can take advantage definitely look a lot better because the lighting looks realistic.

[@trumpameri1638]

Great video 👏👏💪💪.. thanks

[@ShammysEgo]

Your production quality is amazing, keep up the good work.

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Thank you!

[@CrucianGaming]

More bloops please. Thanks.

[@appugowdaks2420]

@Tyler Prince can u pls make a video for the best settings for this monitor

[@Kelsim]

Hi. Very nice review. I’m hesitating between the Alienware AW3423DWF for it’s glossy QDOLED and the neo G8 for it’s 4K. Which one would you pick if you have to choose one ? Thanks !

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

I made a review about the AW3423DW. I picked the G8 mainly for sheer pixel count and HDR capability. The AW is gorgeous but coming from a 4K monitor prior, the resolution on the AW for me was just too low. I noticed it pretty immediately.

[@alexvswrld]

I'm loving mine so far! I hated the colors out the box but once I got my settings dialed in, I was very happy. I still have the plastic on mine, I haven't even bothered lol. Great Review!

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Haha that plastic is a menace 😂

[@joshuadqueen]

Had me at Star Citizen - subbed, haha! I am waiting for this monitor...gets here tomorrow!

[@noidsuper]

I think the general consensus on glossy vs matte has shifted mostly to being glossy preferred. Matte has lost a lot of support especially when people realized how badly it affected contrast and clarity on OLEDs. Everywhere I go it feels like people are still crying out for more glossy displays.

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

I honestly thought it was just me but i totally agree. I wouldn't be upset to see more glossy options in the future especially now that more and more gaming monitors are using OLED or QD-OLED tech.

[@x1mmx]

Do you drop the refresh rate to 120 through windows?

[@mhonjavier8146]

I am trying to start building a gaming setup in my room and productivity area as well. May I ask if the Neo G8 will be more value and good for future proofing ompared to Inzone M9? I’ve been seeing pros and cons for both monitors and was wondering if you have thoughts to this.

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Haven’t used an Inzone M9 so I’m not sure. It seems the M9 is only 27”, 144hz, and HDR 600. Essentially a step down from the G8. The G8 right now is on sale for $972 making it less than $100 more than the M9 with a bigger display, higher refresh rate, and much better HDR performance. Imo, the G8 is a better buy if you’re in need of a 4k gaming monitor.

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

Get the g8 or get the new qd oleds, alienwares

[@saifarida2096]

The best settings for ps5?

[@navyvet7138]

I just bought this monitor about 3 weeks ago and love this monitor. I havent used it on a actual Pc yet and go beyond 120hz

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Awesome!

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

Make sure you use DP!

[@sawyermade5469]

Oh and another thing to note, is that it's mini led and not OLED, so if you're using it for work too, it doesn't have burn in like the OLED monitors. I just ordered the G7 version bc I dont care about the 240hz, should be here tmr.

[@trumpameri1638]

G7 NEO 4k 165Hz are identical as G8 NEO 4k 240hz.. both mini LED masterpiece monitor

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

@@trumpameri1638 Same monitor except g8 has different coating and 240hz

[@trumpameri1638]

@@DETERMINOLOGY yes correct 👌

[@lucamorningstar4018]

Hey Tyler, I bought the Neo G8 half a year ago. I discovered what seem to be small bubbles in the Display. A couple milimeters wide and around 20ish all over the Display. I think they appeared over time, but i'm not Sure. Do you have a simmilar issue?

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Nothing yet! That’s an odd one. Sorry to hear. :(

[@sawyermade5469]

Glossy can be real nice when done right but if you have any bright lights behind you, you're screwed no matter what, but glossy tends to be a little worse.

[@PacificOceanQuest]

I’m getting the Samsung G8 monitor today . I had the 32 inch LG ultra gear 950-b for like a month it was ok I was using it on my PS5 . so I decided to return it and get the G8 I’m hoping it’s a night and day difference between the two . I really hope I made the right (fingers crossed)

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Let us know!

[@trumpameri1638]

G8 NEO 4k monitor is 240hz monster for gaming

[@jmilesfox]

How’d it go?

[@jprican38]

Have you had any flickering issues when gaming? I just purchased and now worried as I'm reading a lot online about flickering during fps drops and I'm mainly using it for my PS5 for now as I'm in process of buying PC setup.

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Personally, I haven’t had any issues with flickering. I use mine at 4k 120hz. Not sure if there are issues at 240hz.

[@revenger681]

I'm debating on whether this is worth $900 or not.

[@PUBGKULITANTV-fq6pi]

Hi bro..shall i not regret buying this g8 even this is VA panel bcos i think IPS panel is better than va panel?? If i have this will it look like ips panel?

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

I originally thought the G8 was IPS but I recently was corrected. That being said- This display is incredible. There's no definitive answer on whether IPS is better than VA especially considering every brand does their own thing with it. You won't be disappointed with this monitor.

[@GSZ22]

Great video..i just bought this but im really struggling with the settings. I feel like anything i do hurts my eyes.....

[@arthurbermudez]

Did you finally get a good settings for the monitor?

[@jasonfallel8829]

imo Picture Mode: DYNAMIC CONTRAST = OLED MODE . It literally mimics an Oled in regards to rich blacks and contrast ... its awesome

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Good to know!

[@hellblazer7]

For the most part yes, but some scenes will also be a domain exclusive to OLED. Like space videos.

[@Dan-ju5gk]

Would you choose this over the Samsung OLED (“34 ultrawide)?? Struggling to choose! Very similar to the Alienware, but seeing as they have the same panel, I prefer pretty much everything with the Samsung over the Alienware.

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

It really depends what you value most. If ultra wide and OLED are things you want, then yes. But if HDR and sheer resolution is what you want then the G8 Neo is a very solid choice imo. I’m sure you can’t go wrong with any one of them!

[@ujolf9048]

Have you managed to set a custom refresh rate higher than 120 around 144 or 165? I've been trying to do so to increase the refresh rate but at the same time avoid the scanlines like the Neo G7. CRU and NVCP I don't believe is working for it.

[@TheRomi18]

Hi can you please tell me Which one should i buy g7 neo or g8 neo? Which one is better , plus i dont need 240hz for 4k games ...

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

Use a DP

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

@@TheRomi18get the g8, don’t look at it from a specs point. I’ve tested 3 other. Monitors and the g8 was better imo

[@user-of6nk8xs6h]

Hello i have 7900xtx g8 neo is good option for this card?i have predator acer 2k 0.5 response 165hz and i want to change monitor to see better colours better grafik you know just see something else better than my predator monitor..(now i built new pc with 7900xtx i7 13900)..

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Really not sure to be honest. Your machine would have no problem running with the monitor, but I'm not sure it'll run games at full 4k.

[@m5902]

what if you tired of the hassle of sending oled back because image retention. I had a lots of oled but they all had image retention in desktop use. So what would be a good choice if you want hdr , good blacks and descent respond time/refrech rate HZ? i was thinking about a neo g7 because the g8 has lots of problems with scanline issues.

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

I picked up a G7 over a G8 and i dont regret it. They both the same panel except the 240 hz and the screen. The g8 is a little tad brighter but not worth 200$ over it.

[@m5902]

@@DETERMINOLOGY i end up with the g7. still have it and im happy with it.

[@ethanb7]

Hey:) would you recommend this for playing call of duty multiplayer on a 3090 at 4k Thanks

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Absolutely! COD will look AMAZING on this monitor. Especially since it can do 240hz. You may have to play with DLSS (I alway recommend it) but you should have no issues running multiplayer at a solid FPS in 4k. :)

[@ethanb7]

@@XXIVCONCEPT thank you so much for getting back to me 😊

[@jasonfallel8829]

get a 4090 !!! or you will not be able to obtain 4K 240hz consistently or locked

[@ethanb7]

@@jasonfallel8829 would you recommend this monitor ?

[@fuma0.o_bot100]

How do you do to make your mic sounds so nice ?

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

I use a special studio microphone off screen to record my videos!

[@ZeZZooo]

Good review, straight to the point. 👍 I been looking to buy this monitor now, since where I live the monitor is on sale by minus 479 dollars.. So it is a steal really, what we need to pay for the monitor at the moment is 750 dollars.! liked and subscribed. So that said I am buying it. Currently have a cheap 1440p monitor, but I do play simular games like you do, much single-player etc. As well I have a top-end pc I upgraded this summer, with an RTX 4090 and everything. Last thing I needed upgrade was monitor

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Thank you!! Hoping to put out more good stuff soon. :)

[@jasonoctane6372]

I want 4k 120hz 12 bit and 4k 240 hz. What cable should I use? DP or hdmi 2.1?

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

DP

[@Khrystal]

What happens if you set lower resolution like 2k at 240hz ingame, will the scanlines be visible still?

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

ah good question i’ll have to check!

[@kianooshsarabi8094]

@@XXIVCONCEPT bro checking?

[@rickehrhardt9093]

If we have HDR off in Windows, will (Steam) games still use HDR? RTX 4090 Neo G8

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

If the game itself has its own HDR setting then it should automatically switch the display to HDR when the game launches.

[@Mafioso1731]

Can this also be used for work? I want a monitor to do my work, and the. Switch to gaming during my break

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Sure. I wouldn’t suggest this monitor for Switch though. You could find a much more affordable option for work and play in my opinion. However this monitor is a great choice if you’re able to run 4k.

[@Mafioso1731]

@@XXIVCONCEPT so sorry! I meant to switch from working to playing. Not Nintendo switch per se. But PS4 or PS4 🙂👍🏽

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

@@Mafioso1731 ooohhhhh then yeah i think it would work good for that! probably still a little expensive but if you have the cash you can’t go wrong!

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

Are the new qd oleds going to be better?

[@sodapopinksi667]

The colors are definitely better, but with Samsung discounts, the 4k oleds cost double atm. This one is brighter, too.

[@gtbsayce]

Bro quick question, with a 4090 pc build, this monitor could display 240 fps with no problem?

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

depends on the game and the settings but yes! absolutely. probably not AAA games with ray tracing but esports titles like CS2, Rocket League, League of Legends, or Valorant should be able to top 240 on a 4090.

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

My 4070ti hits that

[@russ3190]

Just have bought this monitor on Ebay for 699 GB completely new. Do you think it's a great deal in 2024?

[@jasonfallel8829]

its awesome

[@roleplayingwithidiots7455]

That sticky plastic film on the back was the worst.😭😭😭 Imagine getting off of work at 4am to see your monitor had arrive. Of course you gonna be ready to set it up😃. Then you discover you need to take off a protective layer of the most stickiest substance known to man while everyone is sleeping. So you try to go as slow as possible. It sounded like I was ripping electrical tape off a cardboard box. It sounded like I was pulling out long strands of scotch tape.🫠🫠🫠 Then running it at 240 hertz to long introduces flickering and scan line that ghosted around the screen. The monitor is incredibly great except for that part. Any ideal on how to stop the flickering ghost scan lines? Maybe a stronger display cord?

[@rsaalman78]

Great video, been wanting to update my sons’s MSI screen and for his computer (running ASUS NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 ROG Strix V2 ) and PS5 gaming. Probably update the graphics card at some point but it’s what they used for his make-a-wish build 2 years ago, so it is what it is at this point. Really the only thing I never liked was the screen. Was thinking OLED but he likes to walk away and leave the screen on for hours until I notice it. So Samsung with epp discount has this display for between $522 to $549 depending on what appears to be time of day. For the price I’ll bite

[@anbuzero367]

3080 is still a monster GPU 👊

[@futureitpro3511]

Correction . The Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 is a 12-BIT display. You unlock it using HDMI 2.1 & selecting it in Nvidia Control panel. ALSO 12-bit color is marketed in Samsung's Odyssey Neo G8 Trailer " Highest 12-Bit Black Level"

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Valid callout. 99% of people will likely not be able to notice the difference between 10 and 12 bit color (though Samsung only calls out 12 bit black levels) so I think the more reasonable conclusion is that the majority of people who purchase this display will use it in 10 bit. I can’t say I fully understand if Samsung is touting the G8 as having 12 bit color, since they only reference black levels. I haven’t personally used it over HDMI 2.1 so I can’t confirm but even if the control panel said “12 bit” I don’t think you could even tell the difference in color unless under specific conditions. Regardless, 10 or 12 bit will look better than 8 bit and that’s a difference you can see. Appreciate the callout.

[@jasonfallel8829]

FUTURE PROOF goated MONITOR

[@JS-hl2gl]

The best monitor ever

[@_ardox3438]

Does it have a smart tv ?

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Not sure what you’re asking here but no, it’s not a TV. It’s just a display you hook to your computer. You could use it like a TV but it doesn’t have any apps built in like a smart TV would!

[@user-gl1ls4qt2h]

I have the neo g8 and I want to switch to the new Alienware AW3225Qf

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Definitely enjoyed my time with the AW3423DW! If you make the switch let me know how it is!

[@user-gl1ls4qt2h]

@@XXIVCONCEPT I will comes out next month so I’ll be ready to buy it and let you know

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

Why?

[@CWall24]

cant decide between this at the 49 oled ultrawide

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

tough choice tbh. i’m not a huge fan of ultra wides but they are super nice. it depends on the software and if the ultra wide will let you use it like 3 displays side by side. for gaming though- I still think 16:9 is the most supported aspect ratio and usually looks best all around.

[@CWall24]

i actually ended up going with this 4k ..should he here Thursday

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

I’ve had this monitor for a year in a half it’s nice

[@MaalyJay]

What’s better the g8 OLED or the Neo?

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

I prefer Mini-LED. Brighter, cheaper, and better for power users who leave their displays on for extended periods.

[@insertnamehere4419]

OLED has pixel shifting, and risk of burn in. Its highly overrated IMO.

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

@@insertnamehere4419 Which is why i got burn in on both LG CX and sold them before it was 2 late. OLED will get burn in its a matter of time .Retention can only go so far before burn in start to really happen

[@julezprimetime]

Is the HDMI 2.1?

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

Dp

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

@@An_Enraged_Pig He has does it have HDMI 2.1. Which it does

[@SFBenjaminK]

You can get this around $800 by Black Friday, but no one talks about how is the KZbin videos or texts looks like all talks about the games

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

Valid point. However this is a gaming centric monitor. If I didn’t specifically call out a more generic feature like text quality or video playback it was probably totally fine. and for the G8 it was! text and everyday things look great. nothing to complain about. And yes it is on sale a lot these days!!

[@unruly_kavon6652]

It’s a nice monitor but had to return due that aggressive curve .

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

I love the curve

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

Curve fye. Ran it in call of duty and had no problems.

[@skyeb253]

Seeing lots of bad reviews of g8..it looks good on paper. So idk might need to wait and see...

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

If you want HDR and 4k at high refresh rates, this one is it. If HDR isn’t important to you then I think you’ll be able to find less expensive 4k high refresh rate displays. Generally- in my opinion, the G8 Neo has been excellent minus the packaging.

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

Don’t listen to the reviewers, it’s a great monitor

[@notme9976]

That freaking plastic!!! Jeezus, I'm damaged goods after the epic struggle to get that crap off.

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

omg right?! literally the worst.

[@insertnamehere4419]

It's not, and never is 2000nits. Someone should sue Samsung for making this claim.

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

It’s 2000nit PEAK brightness. This means at max it can hit 2000nits but not for an extended period of time. This is not the same as sustained brightness. Similar to power with peak wattage and continuous wattage.

[@insertnamehere4419]

@@XXIVCONCEPT Peak, for a limited time, under certain limited scenarios. It's flat out misleading. There is actually no such thing as HDR 2000. Its Samsung marketing, not a legit spec.

[@jasonfallel8829]

@@insertnamehere4419 no its not ... Asus puts that their oled reaches 1000 nits brightness in their spec sheet. They do not mention that it only reaches 1000nits brights in a 10% window . That is flat out misleading ... this is why reviews are so important

[@sollasolla4505]

Very bias.. what a bout the smearing and blurring?

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

All Mini-LED displays encounter that. I personally am not bothered by the amount on this particular display. Can you notice it in certain scenarios? Yes. But is it enough to ruin your experience? No. The bias is that I unfortunately am not able to test 10+ displays at once. However I try to be as unbiased as possible while also providing personal opinion.

[@Keemochi420]

it aint the greatest because that junk is VA

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

I believe it’s IPS. But hey, whatever floats your boat. I’ve personally been using it and thinks it’s one of the best I’ve seen. Better than some OLED i’ve tested too. Mini-LED imo is still superior for gaming displays. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@DETERMINOLOGY]

@@XXIVCONCEPT Its mostly the same as the neo g7. VA panel

[@scarletsponge3761]

You play my games and reviewed a monitor I’ve been eyeing for a month now. Subscriber earned🫡

[@abhiarora7483]

!!!This guy has a cat, doesn’t do cable management, likes motion blur in games, prefers higher resolution over higher frame rate and to top it all of likes glossy finish, my god i love how much i hate him but still liked this video a lot. God fucking dammit!!! 🫠

[@XXIVCONCEPT]

I’m SORRY 😭🥲 Appreciate you a ton though 🫵🏼😎