The G60SF is the 500 Hz version of Samsung’s Odyssey OLED G6. Check that suffix when comparing listings: other G6 models have different refresh ceilings. This one makes its strongest argument for a player who has already tuned a game to run at several hundred frames per second.
In depth
Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 G60SF review
Published
Best forCompetitive PC players who want a high-speed OLED in a room where a glossy panel would catch reflections.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 27 inches
- Panel technology
- QD-OLED
- Native resolution
- 2560 × 1440
- Refresh rate
- 500 Hz
Pros
- 500 Hz at native QHD.
- Matte coating suits a desk that also has to work in daylight.
Cons
- Few games sustain 500 fps without carefully chosen settings.
- A laptop docking setup needs more than this monitor provides.
Display
- 27 inches
- 2560 × 1440
- QD-OLED
PCWorld found the matte treatment helped readability in a range of room lighting. That can matter more than the difference between two very fast panels when a window is difficult to shade. The monitor still gives individual pixels control of dark detail for evening play. 1
Gaming
- 500 Hz
- Adaptive sync
At the refresh ceiling the screen begins a new refresh every two milliseconds. Even a very good graphics card cannot give a 100 fps game five times as much motion detail just because the display is set to 500 Hz. Check results in a busy match, where the slowest frames often matter most.
Connectivity & Controls
- DisplayPort
- HDMI
Make sure the desktop output and cable can carry the desired QHD timing. PCWorld also found some menu settings vague and missed having a Windows control app. Someone who changes modes several times a day has more reason to care than a player who leaves one profile in place. 1
Alternatives
The G81SF prioritizes a sharper 4K picture at up to 240 Hz. An existing 360 Hz G6 may still suit an esports setup, especially if the PC rarely runs beyond that refresh rate during real matches.
Verdict
Buy the G60SF for native 1440p speed on a matte panel. Someone dividing time evenly between visually dense single-player games and desktop work may get more from a higher-resolution display.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- PCWorldSamsung Odyssey OLED G6: This monitor hits 500Hz in style (opens in a new tab)https://www.pcworld.com/article/2962244/samsung-odyssey-oled-g6-this-monitor-hits-500hz-in-style.html
Matte finish, menu clarity and availability of Windows monitor controls.