Here is the test of the Samsung Odyssey C49G95 monitor which adds up the superlatives: giant 49-inch VA panel, Dual Quad HD definition, 240 Hz frequency, G-Sync / FreeSync, HDR compatibility, high brightness peak, etc. A wealth of technology!
The Samsung Odyssey 49G9 monitor is a monster in every sense of the word. Imposing in size, it is also impressive in its characteristics. Responsive, very bright and immersive, it does not disappoint… provided you are equipped with a very, very high-end graphics card, the price of which will surely be in line with that of the beast.
Strong points
- Immersive 49-inch slab.
- Versatile Dual Quad HD definition (5120 x 1440 px).
- Image quality (after calibration).
- Native frequency of 240 Hz.
- Reactivity.
- Contrast.
- Brightness peak (1000 cd/m²) for HDR.
Weak points
- High-end graphics card required to properly operate the monitor.
- Factory calibration could be improved, especially at this price level.
- Blooming visible in HDR.
- Absence of black image insertion system (ULMB).
NB: The reported price drop is calculated by comparing the lowest price of the day with the average of the lowest prices charged by all merchants for the product last month, with security rules to exclude prices from shops whose the VAT policy is not clear (known as “grey” shops, typically in the case of imports from China).
Alternatively
For exclusive use on a PC, the Asus TUF VG28UQL1A monitor is of little interest with its very demanding Ultra HD definition on such a small diagonal. We will recommend a more suitable 32-inch or 27-inch Quad HD model instead. On the other hand, for those who intend to take advantage of the new consoles in 4K 120 Hz VRR via HDMI 2.1, this monitor is simply perfect. Well calibrated, it has excellent ergonomics and very good responsiveness.