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By Samsung Newsroom
Samsung Electronics today announced the global availability of its latest Odyssey gaming monitors and ViewFinity S8 lineup, setting new benchmarks in resolution and performance across gaming and professional displays.
Led by three Odyssey G8 models — including the industry’s first 6K gaming monitor — and complemented by the Odyssey G7 — which brings Samsung’s OLED technology to a broader range of users — the 2026 Odyssey lineup reinforces Samsung’s leadership in high-performance gaming displays while expanding access to advanced innovations.
This launch comes amid Samsung’s continued leadership in the global gaming monitor market, where it holds an 18.9 percent revenue share. The company has also earned the No. 1 position in the OLED gaming monitor market for the third consecutive year with a 26 percent share, according to International Data Corporation (IDC).
“With the launch of the latest Odyssey and ViewFinity lineups, we continue to push the boundaries of performance and visual quality,” said Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics. “With our 2026 lineup, we are delivering our most advanced display technologies yet while expanding access, enabling more users to experience Samsung’s innovations across gaming and professional environments.”
Odyssey G8: Setting a New Standard for High-Performance Gaming
The Odyssey G8 lineup introduces three state-of-the-art models designed to deliver high-performance experiences across a range of gaming scenarios.
The 32-inch Odyssey G8 (G80HS model) sets a new milestone as the industry’s first 6K gaming monitor, marking a significant leap beyond 4K gaming standards. 6K resolution presents exceptional visual clarity and detail, enhancing immersion while providing expanded screen space for both gaming and multitasking. It delivers ultra-high 6K resolution at 165Hz, while Dual Mode enables up to 330Hz at 3K resolution, allowing users to seamlessly balance immersive visual details with ultra-fast responsiveness.
Meanwhile, the 27-inch Odyssey G8 (G80HF model) offers flexible performance options, supporting 5K resolution at 180Hz or up to 360Hz in QHD through Dual Mode, making it suitable for both immersive and competitive gaming.
The Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH model), available in 27-inch and 32-inch sizes, features an OLED panel with 4K resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate. Glare Free technology significantly reduces glare without compromising OLED picture quality. Connectivity options, including USB-C with up to 98W charging, support high-performance gaming setups. Moreover, the Odyssey OLED G8 adopts QD-OLED Penta Tandem technology, which significantly enhances efficiency, durability and brightness. The 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 also received VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification, delivering OLED’s deep blacks and vivid colors.
Across the lineup, DisplayPort 2.11 ensures high-bandwidth performance for next-generation visuals, while AMD FreeSync Premium and NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible technology deliver smooth, tear-free gameplay. Additionally, the Odyssey G8 lineup features HDR10+ GAMING,2 which dynamically optimizes brightness and contrast in real time.
Odyssey G7: Expanding Access to OLED Gaming
The 32-inch Odyssey OLED G7 (G73SH model) expands Samsung’s OLED gaming lineup by bringing premium visual performance to a wider range of users.
It features 4K resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate, delivering detailed visuals and smooth gameplay. Dual Mode enables up to 330Hz in FHD, while a 0.03ms response time supports fast, responsive performance in competitive gaming environments.
With the addition of the G7, Samsung continues to extend its OLED gaming leadership while making advanced display technologies more widely accessible.
ViewFinity S8: High-Resolution Displays for Professional Workflows
The ViewFinity S8 lineup is designed to meet the demands of modern professional environments, combining high-resolution clarity with advanced connectivity and ergonomic flexibility. Whether managing complex creative workflows or seamlessly multitasking across applications, these monitors are engineered to deliver a refined, high-performance experience that maximizes productivity.
The 40-inch ViewFinity S8 (S85TH model) features a curved WUHD display with a 144Hz refresh rate, enabling seamless multitasking and efficient handling of complex workflows. Thunderbolt 5 supports high-resolution video and data-intensive tasks with data transfer speeds of 80 Gbps and device charging up to 140W. In addition, Easy Connection provides streamlined connectivity across devices.
The 27-inch ViewFinity S8 (S80HF model) offers 5K resolution with USB-C connectivity for streamlined data transfer and device charging. Its ergonomic design supports comfortable long-term use and, since it is made to deliver 5K resolution in a more accessible package, it brings high-resolution performance to a broader range of professional users.
The new Odyssey G8 lineup, Odyssey G7 and ViewFinity S8 are available for order starting today. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.
G80SH supports DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20, delivering up to 80Gbps of bandwidth for smooth and uncompressed visuals. ︎ Compatible with HDMI 2.1 cables connected to the HDMI ports of NVIDIA and Intel GPUs. For the list of supported GPUs, please visit here. Functionality may be limited depending on PC specifications and cable standards. This feature is only compatible with specific game titles. ︎ View the full article
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By Samsung Newsroom
Samsung Electronics today announced it has retained its position as the world’s No. 1 gaming monitor brand for the seventh consecutive year, continuing a run that started in 2019.
According to the latest data from International Data Corporation (IDC), Samsung captured 18.9% of the global gaming monitor market by revenue,1 reinforcing its leadership in high-performance gaming displays. Samsung also ranked first in the OLED gaming monitor segment for the third consecutive year, achieving a 26% market share.2
“As the No. 1 gaming monitor brand, our goal is to continue leading the market with differentiated innovation,” said Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics. “Strong partnerships with game studios guide our innovation, while a clear technology roadmap keeps us focused. By expanding our gaming library and broadening platform compatibility, we’re delivering displays that perform when it matters most to gamers.”
“In gaming, the smallest difference makes all the difference,” said esports star Lee ‘Faker’ Sang-hyeok of T1. “Being No. 1 for seven consecutive years shows that so many of us choose Samsung for a reason. I’m excited to see what innovative gaming technologies Samsung will bring next to help us perform at our best.”
Samsung’s sustained leadership reflects its focus on next-generation gaming monitor technology and immersive gaming experiences. That momentum was recently on display at GDC 2026 in San Francisco, where Samsung showcased its latest Odyssey lineup, giving developers a firsthand look at glasses-free 3D and HDR10+ GAMING. The 2026 Odyssey lineup includes:
27-inch Odyssey 3D (G90XF model): Glasses-free 3D gaming with advanced eye-tracking that delivers natural-looking depth and makes action jump off the screen. Odyssey 3D Hub supports a growing library of compatible titles, including Hell is Us and Cronos: The New Dawn, with plans to support over 120 titles this year. 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH model): Stunning 4K QD-OLED at 240Hz with exceptional color and contrast, protected by Samsung OLED Safeguard+ technology. 32-inch Odyssey G8 (G80HS model): The industry’s first 6K gaming monitor, delivering native 165Hz performance with Dual Mode support up to 330Hz in 3K. This model also offers VESA-certified DisplayPort 2.1 (DP 2.1) connectivity, which supports smooth gaming and efficient video playback. 27-inch Odyssey G6 (G60H model): The world’s first 1,040Hz gaming monitor with Dual Mode, delivering esports-level motion clarity and responsiveness. For more information about Samsung’s gaming monitor lineup, please visit www.samsung.com.
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Global No. 1 Gaming Monitor in 2019 to 2025 Source data: IDC Quarterly PC Monitor Tracker 2025 Q4 (Based on Value Amount) ︎ Global No.1 OLED Gaming Monitor in 2023 to 2025 Source data: IDC Quarterly PC Monitor Tracker 2025 Q4 (Based on Value Amount)
* From 2019 to 2022, 100Hz or higher applied before the gaming MNT refresh rate change / 144Hz or higher applied thereafter ︎ View the full article
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By Samsung Newsroom
Samsung Electronics today unveiled its most advanced Odyssey gaming monitor lineup yet, introducing five new models that push the boundaries of resolution, refresh rates and immersive visual performance. Led by Samsung’s first 6K 3D Odyssey G9, the 2026 lineup debuts world-first display technologies for gamers and creators, including the next-generation Odyssey G6 and three new Odyssey G8 models.
“With this year’s Odyssey lineup, we’re introducing display experiences that simply weren’t possible even a year ago,” said Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics. “From the industry’s first 6K glasses-free 3D monitor to breakthrough 1,040Hz speed, we designed these monitors to meet the ambitions of today’s gamers and deliver a level of immersion that fundamentally changes how content looks and functions on screen.”
Odyssey 3D: The World’s First 6K Glasses-Free 3D Gaming Monitor
The 32-inch Odyssey 3D (G90XH model) debuts the world’s first 6K display with glasses-free 3D, introducing a new way to experience games on a monitor. Powered by real-time eye tracking, it adjusts depth and perspective in response to the viewer’s position, creating a layered sense of dimension for smooth, uninterrupted gameplay without the need for a headset. With 6K resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate boosted to 330Hz through Dual Mode and a 1ms GtG1 response time, fast action stays sharp and smooth. PC gamers can enjoy a high-quality expanded lineup of supported titles with optimized 3D effects developed in collaboration with game studios. Featured games such as The First Berserker: Khazan, Lies of P: Overture and Stellar Blade will offer added dimensionality that enhances terrain, distance and object separation beyond standard 2D gameplay.
Odyssey G6: The World’s First 1,040Hz Refresh Rate for High-Speed Gaming
The 27-inch Odyssey G6 (G60H model) gaming monitor advances competitive gaming with the world’s first 1,040Hz gaming monitor2 through Dual Mode and native QHD support up to 600Hz, delivering esports-level motion clarity to help players track targets and see fine details during high-speed movement. When needed, the Odyssey G6 can boost performance in an instant, providing ultra-sharp resolution so viewers can experience breathtaking worlds and ultra-high speeds that fuel competitive adrenaline. With support from both AMD FreeSync Premium and NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible,3 the Odyssey G6 ensures that every frame is smooth, every color pops and every moment feels responsive.
Odyssey G8: A High-Resolution Choice Across 6K, 5K and OLED
The Odyssey G8 series is expanding in 2026 with three distinct models, each offering a different balance of resolution and speed.
Leading the lineup, the 32-inch Odyssey G8 (G80HS model), the industry’s first 6K gaming monitor, delivers native 165Hz performance with Dual Mode that supports up to 330Hz in 3K mode.
The 27-inch Odyssey G8 (G80HF model) provides a sharper 5K option with native support up to 180Hz and with Dual Mode boosting to 360Hz in QHD for smoother motion.
For users who want deeper contrast, the 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SH model) pairs a 4K QD-OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate, Glare Free viewing, 300-nit brightness and VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification. Its DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20) supports up to 80Gbps bandwidth for seamless HDR and VRR playback.
AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible4 are supported across all three models for stable, tear-free performance. Each G8 model gives gamers and creators flexibility, whether they prioritize an expansive workspace for creation, sharper detail for immersive worlds or rich contrast for cinematic visuals.
According to IDC,5 Samsung leads the global gaming monitor market for displays with refresh rates above 144Hz, holding an 18.8% revenue share. With the introduction of the new Odyssey lineup, the company is on track to maintain its No. 1 position for the seventh consecutive year.
The full Odyssey 2026 lineup will be showcased at CES 2026 in Las Vegas from Jan. 6-9, where attendees will be able to experience the new displays firsthand.
LineupSizeResolutionPanelRefresh RateDual ModePortsAdditional FeaturesOdyssey 3D
(Model name: G90XH)32”6K
(6,144 x 3,456)IPS165Hz330Hz
(Dual Mode 3K)HDMI2.1.
DP2.1Glasses-Free 3D, Eye Tracking, 2D→3D conversionOdyssey G6
(Model name: G60H)27”QHD
(2,560 x 1,440)IPS600Hz1,040Hz
(Dual Mode HD)HDMI2.1.
DP 2.1FreeSync Premium Pro, G-Sync Compatible, HDR10+ Gaming Odyssey G8
(Model name: G80HS)32”6K
(6,144 x 3,456)IPS165Hz330Hz
(Dual Mode 3K)HDMI2.1.
DP2.1Odyssey G8
(Model name: G80HF)27”5K
(5,120 x 2,880)IPS180Hz360Hz
(Dual Mode QHD)HDMI2.1.
DP2.1Odyssey OLED G8
(Model name: G80SH)32”4K
(3,840 x 2,160)QD-OLED240Hz240HzHDMI2.1.
DP2.1 (UHBR20),
USB-C (98W)Glare Free, VESA DisplayHDR TrueBlack 500, HDR10+ Gaming Gray to Gray. ︎ The 1,040Hz refresh rate is enabled only when operating in HD resolution. Native QHD supports up to 600Hz. ︎ NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible certification to be completed at product launch. ︎ NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible certification to be completed at product launch. ︎ IDC Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker, Q3 2025. Market share based on global sales revenue of gaming monitors with refresh rates over 144Hz. ︎ View the full article
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By Samsung Newsroom
Samsung Electronics is delivering a more responsive and refined screen experience with the Smart Monitor M9 (M90SF model), the first OLED display in Samsung’s Smart Monitor (M series) lineup.
The Smart Monitor M9 brings together the brilliance of a 4K OLED display with built-in Smart TV Apps, AI-powered features and Samsung Gaming Hub to achieve a seamless experience no matter what’s on screen — no PC required.
Since its release, the device has earned praise from industry experts for its stunning picture quality, intelligent features and gaming-ready performance.
Below is a summary of what leading tech outlets are saying about the Smart Monitor M9 (listed in alphabetical order):
HomeTheaterReview Techaeris Tom’s Guide
Next-Level Picture Quality Backed by QD-OLED Brilliance
Highlighting the high-end features and performance improvements of the M9, one of Samsung’s best OLED 4K models in its class, Tom’s Guide wrote, “The new M9 offers a significant upgrade over its predecessor thanks to its 32-inch 4K QD-OLED panel, which dramatically enhances contrast and color for an improved movie-watching experience.”
The Smart Monitor M9 delivers true-to-life visuals powered by QD-OLED technology, producing rich colors and deep inky blacks — complemented by sharp 4K resolution. With support for VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400, content appears with greater depth and contrast, even in dark scenes.
“The Smart Monitor M9 features Samsung Vision AI, providing advanced upscaling and picture optimisation features,” added Tom’s Guide. “During my time with the M9, I came to the conclusion that it’s a huge leap forward from its predecessor, offering more than enough advancements to justify a price increase.”
Techaeris rated the M9 a 9.7 out of 10, calling its QD-OLED panel “one of the best you’re going to find on any monitor,” and noting the display “looks spectacular” with colors that “pop” and brightness that “doesn’t wash out the colors.”
To help reduce the risk of burn-in and maintain screen integrity over time, Samsung OLED Safeguard+ features advanced technologies like adaptive brightness controls and a proprietary cooling system with a Pulsating Heat Pipe.
Game in High Gear With Pro-Level Specs
“With a brilliant 4K QD-OLED display, 165Hz refresh rate, Smart TV apps, Gaming Hub, and more, this is a do-it-all monitor and TV, perfect for work and play,” wrote Techaeris.
The Smart Monitor M9 is engineered for smooth, fast-paced gaming, featuring a near-instant 0.03ms GTG response time and support for both NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro.
HomeTheaterReview described the M9 as “one of the most impressive displays money can buy,” pointing to a responsive performance and “color accuracy that creative professionals will drool over.”
Whether jumping into cloud-based titles via Samsung Gaming Hub or connecting to a console or PC, the M9 delivers the speed and clarity needed for an immersive gaming experience. The same reviewer noted they use the M9 just as often without a PC as with one, describing it as “the kind of paradigm shift that makes this monitor truly special.”
A Smarter Screen and a Smarter Experience: AI That Adapts to You
“Imagine a monitor so capable, you might forget to connect a computer,” wrote HomeTheaterReview, which awarded the M9 five stars and an “Editors’ Choice” distinction.
The M9 is a smart entertainment hub that provides built-in access to popular streaming apps like Netflix and YouTube, Samsung TV Plus and Samsung Gaming Hub, enabling cloud-based gaming and content streaming, all without a PC.
Powered by the NQM AI Gen3 Processor, the M9 optimizes both picture and audio for a more immersive viewing experience. Intelligent features like 4K AI Upscaling Pro, AI Picture Optimizer and Active Voice Amplifier (AVA) Pro automatically adapt to content and the display’s surroundings to consistently provide reliable, high-quality entertainment.
Whether used for content viewing, cloud gaming, or everyday tasks, it delivers the flexibility of a monitor and the functionality of a smart TV. Techaeris calls the M9 “an outstanding monitor” and adds, “for those who only want to spend once, this is a solid choice.”
The M9 also features a 90W-charging USB-C, one HDMI 2.1, one DisplayPort 1.4, and eARC ports, supporting a variety of gaming and entertainment input needs. The slim metal stand, which offers tilt and height adjustment, “deserves special mention,” according to HomeTheaterReview, for its balance of form and function in a modern flat-back design.
The Smart Monitor M9 was named a CES 2025 Innovation Awards Honoree, receiving the recognition for its advancements in display performance and intelligent features.
Techaeris named the M9 a Top Pick of 2025, citing its versatility across work, play and everything in between. That recognition joins a growing list of accolades across Samsung’s next-generation display portfolio, including a 2025 Techaeris Innovation Award for the Odyssey 3D G90XF — celebrated for its “mind-blowing” 3D experience and praised as the “real deal” for those seeking a 3D monitor without glasses.
For more information on the Samsung Smart Monitor M9, visit samsung.com.
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By Samsung Newsroom
Due to advancements in memory management and performance optimization, Android is transitioning its kernel page size from 4 KB to 16 KB. This change impacts how applications manage memory and requires developers to ensure compatibility, and was addressed in Adding 16 KB page size to Android and Support 16 KB page sizes.
Google Play has also published a blog post (Prepare your apps for Google Play’s 16 KB page size compatibility requirement) asking developers to support 16 KB page sizes in their applications.
Native Code
Applications containing native code must be built to support 16 KB page sizes. Refer to the official Google document for detailed instructions.
Testing Environment
Google Android Emulator provides a testing environment for 16 KB pages.
For real-world testing, Samsung's Remote Test Lab offers a similar environment on actual Samsung devices. See Get Started with Remote Test Lab for Mobile App Testing, a previous Remote Test Lab blog, to check if your application works in a 16 KB page environment. We recommend that you search using the keyword "remote test lab" in the Blog list and look through other posts related to the Remote Test Lab as well.
Understanding 16 KB Page Size
For a general understanding of what a page refers to in the context of an operating system (OS), see Page (Computer memory).
You can think of it as a way of managing DRAM memory in units called pages. For example, if you divide a physical DRAM memory of 32 KB into 4 KB pages, you get 8 pages. If you divide it into 16 KB pages, you get 2 pages. This physical memory is mapped into the virtual address space of each process, and the unit of this mapping is a page. When a process accesses a specific address, it goes through a page table to access the page of the physical memory corresponding to the address. If the page size is increased from 4 KB to 16 KB, allocating and mapping a memory of 16 KB that would have used 4 operations can now be done in just one. This affects not only in-kernel memory management, but also the file system and block layer, ultimately leading to an improvement in performance.
Kernel mmap & Application Change
Understanding the mmap API
In a Linux kernel, user space processes use the mmap API to map files or devices into their virtual address space. One of the arguments in mmap is the offset, which is required to be a multiple of the page size, as shown below.
Failing to adhere to the requirement will fail the mmap operation. If the application logic assumes that mmap will succeed, this may cause the application to crash.
Impact of the Page Size Change
When the kernel page size changes from 4 KB to 16 KB, the mmap's offset value must now be a multiple of 16 KB, not 4 KB. In other words, on a 4 KB page kernel, offsets of 0, 4, 8, and 12 KB work correctly, but on a 16 KB page kernel, offsets of 4, 8, and 12 KB do not.
You can configure these mmap operations while building an application, but it is also possible the developer did not use the mmap themselves, because in many cases the internal linker performs the mmap automatically. A linker refers to the application's Executable and Linkable Format (ELF) to perform the mmap. It's important to build the application with 16 KB pages to make sure the linker performs the mmap to the correct locations for the 16 KB page kernel.
To reiterate, if your application includes native code (not just Java), ensure that you have built it to support 16 KB page sizes. For guidance, refer to this Google Document. We have also provided a shell script that you can use to verify that your application supports the 16 KB page size.
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