Samsung sells the G81SF at 27 and 32 inches. The smaller one puts 4K detail into a surprisingly compact picture. The larger one makes interface elements easier to see farther back. Both are flat 16:9 displays, an important distinction given the ultrawide monitors that also carry the G8 name.
In depth
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 G81SF review
Published
Best forPlayers choosing between a compact high-density OLED and a larger 4K screen with the same refresh ceiling.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 27 inches27 inches32 inches32 inches
- Panel technology
- QD-OLED
- Native resolution
- 3840 × 2160
- Refresh rate
- 240 Hz
Pros
- Both sizes combine 4K and 240 Hz.
- Matte surface helps with a room that serves several purposes.
Cons
- Native 4K at 240 fps is demanding.
- Fixed desktop elements still require sensible OLED care.
Display
- 3840 × 2160
- QD-OLED
- 27 or 32 inches
Buy by distance rather than assuming the larger model provides more desktop space. Both display the same number of pixels. The 27-inch has roughly 166 per inch, useful for close work, while a larger physical image can be more comfortable for sitting back with a controller.
Gaming
- 240 Hz
- FreeSync Premium Pro
TechRadar found movement fluid in competitive games on its 27-inch sample. Its observations are useful if you have a PC capable of similar frame rates. A game that normally runs at 75 fps will still draw about 75 distinct frames a second when the display is set to 240 Hz. 1
Design & Care
- Flat screen
- Matte surface
- OLED safeguards
Place room lights to the side if possible. The surface can reduce distinct reflections but light falling directly on the screen still affects dark scenes. Samsung also provides protection for static elements, useful when an evening of play follows a day with the same taskbar on screen.
Alternatives
The Odyssey OLED G6 G60SF is a better match for a machine built around hundreds of frames per second at QHD. If you already own a fast 4K OLED, the G81SF’s differences in size and coating are more relevant than a similar name.
Verdict
Choose the 27-inch G81SF for close viewing or the 32-inch for a deeper desk. Both spend their performance budget on a combination of detail and speed that makes particular sense for a powerful gaming PC.
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.
- TechRadarSamsung Odyssey OLED G81SF review: Otherworldly e-sports performance (opens in a new tab)https://www.techradar.com/computing/monitors/samsung-odyssey-oled-g81sf-review
Motion in games on the 27-inch G81SF reviewed by TechRadar.