The Samsung Odyssey G3 is a great entry-level gaming monitor for casual gamers on a budget who want smooth gameplay and decent image quality, but don't necessarily need all the super-advanced features. Right now, it's back down to its Prime Day price of $119.99 (originally $199.99), after an $80 discount.
This monitor is a 24-inch VA panel with a 1920x1080 resolution, and it delivers vibrant colors and great contrast. As for performance, its 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time promise smooth motion handling and minimal ghosting—essential during those gaming sessions where every millisecond feels like the difference between victory and rage-quitting. Speaking of, if you need your display to keep up with the action without any screen tearing, the Odyssey G3's AMD FreeSync Premium claims to adapt and adjust, though some reviews suggest it’s a bit hit or miss.
One feature I really love about this monitor is its stand—it’s adjustable for height, tilt, and swivel, making it particularly ergonomic for marathon gaming sessions. This adjustability, along with the monitor’s eye-saving mode that cuts down on blue light, seems to make it a comfy option for long hours of use. And when it comes to connectivity, the G3 covers the essentials with HDMI, DisplayPort 1.2, and a headphone jack. However, if you’re looking for additional features like USB ports, you might need to look at higher-end models.
The Odyssey G3 isn’t without its drawbacks. The VA panel, while great for color and contrast, doesn’t offer the best viewing angles, so picture quality drops if you're not looking at it directly from the front. Some users have also noted that the pixel response times feel a bit slow, particularly in fast-moving games like Fortnite, where screen tearing becomes more noticeable. And, while the Odyssey G3 may offer excellent picture quality and gaming features for a casual gamer, it may not be the best option for competitive players who might benefit from a 240Hz monitor.
