Samsung

Samsung Odyssey LS49DG954SUXXU 49" OLED

A top-tier ultrawide monitor for anyone building a living-room setup, leading with 49 in.

94/100
Outstanding
Overall score · how we rate
49 in240 HzOLED0.03 msDisplayHDR True Black 40032:9
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Why we rate it

  • G-Sync
  • FreeSync
  • VRR
  • Above-average refresh rate
  • No kvm switch
Score profile

Where the Samsung Odyssey LS49DG954SUXXU 49" OLED wins and loses

Scored against the ultrawide monitors class
DisplayPortsGaming957898
Display
95
Ports
78
Gaming features
98
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Size49 "
Resolution5120
Aspect ratio32
Panel typeOLED
Refresh rate240 Hz
Response time0.03 ms
Peak brightness1000 nits

HDR and contrast

HDR certificationDisplayHDR True Black 400

Ports

HDMI ports2
HDMI version2.1
DisplayPort1
USB-C1

Gaming features

G-SyncYes
FreeSyncYes
VRRYes

Audio

Built-in speakersYes

More specs

GsyncYes
Weight12.9 kg
Curvature r1800
Color depth bit10
Dci p3 coverage95 %
Max brightness1000 nits

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Samsung Odyssey LS49DG954SUXXU 49" OLED vs Samsung Samsung Odyssey OLED 49" Gaming Monitor

Highlighted cell = better in that row
DisplayPortsGaming
Samsung Odyssey LS49DG954SUXXU 49" OLEDSamsung Odyssey OLED 49" Gaming Monitor
 SamsungSamsung Odyssey LS49DG954SUXXU 49" OLEDThis pageSamsungSamsung Odyssey OLED 49" Gaming Monitor
Overall score94 /10094 /100
Size49 "49 "
Refresh240 Hz240 Hz
Panel typeOLEDOLED
Aspect ratio3232
Response0.03 ms0.03 ms
Who it's for

Is the Samsung Odyssey LS49DG954SUXXU 49" OLED right for you?

Buy it if
Made for the living room

Anyone building a living-room setup who want a ultrawide monitor that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need kvm switch, in which case a higher-tier ultrawide monitor is the better call.

Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
excellent
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Samsung Odyssey LS49DG954SUXXU 49" OLED worth it?

For most buyers, yes. It scores 94/100 against other ultrawide monitors, a top-tier result where the class average is around 63.

What stands out on the Samsung Odyssey LS49DG954SUXXU 49" OLED?

Its g-sync stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the LG UltraGear OLED GX9 45GX900A-B?

The LG UltraGear OLED GX9 45GX900A-B scores 92/100 versus this one at 94/100, so this is the stronger pick on the spec sheet.