Samsung
Samsung Odyssey G5 LC34G55TWWRXXU
A entry-level 1440p monitor for anyone building a living-room setup, leading with 165 Hz.
39/100
165 HzHDR10
£300best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- FreeSync
- Scores 39/100
- No g-sync
- Below-average refresh rate
Score profile
Scored against the 1440p monitors classWhere the Samsung Odyssey G5 LC34G55TWWRXXU wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Size34 "
Refresh rate165 Hz
HDR and contrast
HDR certificationHDR10
Gaming features
FreeSyncYes
More specs
Curvature1000
Weight5.6 kg
Hdr10 plusYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSamsung Odyssey G5 LC34G55TWWRXXU vs LG LG UltraGear OLED GX9s 34GX90SA-W
Samsung Odyssey G5 LC34G55TWWRXXULG UltraGear OLED GX9s 34GX90SA-W
| SamsungSamsung Odyssey G5 LC34G55TWWRXXUThis page | LGLG UltraGear OLED GX9s 34GX90SA-W | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39 /100 | 51 /100Better |
| Refresh | 165 Hz | 240 HzBetter |
| Size | 34 " | 34 " |
| Panel type | — | WOLED |
| HDR certified | HDR10 | HDR 400 |
| Peak | — | 1300 nits |
Who it's for
Is the Samsung Odyssey G5 LC34G55TWWRXXU right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable 1440p monitor for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need g-sync, in which case a higher-tier 1440p monitor is the better call.
Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
okay
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Samsung Odyssey G5 LC34G55TWWRXXU worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 39/100 against other 1440p monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the Samsung Odyssey G5 LC34G55TWWRXXU?
Its freesync stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the LG UltraGear 32G600A-B?
The LG UltraGear 32G600A-B scores 40/100 versus this one at 39/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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