Feb 04, 2026
3 min read
There are few things more "2026" than this: you're playing on a PC, the GPU is holding itself up, the TV/monitor is trying to keep up...
There are few things more "2026" than this: you're playing on PC, the GPU shuts down by itself, the TV/monitor is trying to keep up... and all of a sudden scratches, some noise, and that "microstutter" that takes you out of the game even if you don't know how to explain it.Well, Samsung just released one of those news that, if you pay attention to the details, will change your mood: its 2026 OLED TVs and the new The Odyssey screens come with NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility.
And it's not like we're just talking about "label the box and move on."The beauty of G-Sync (in "synchronized" mode) is that the panel synchronizes the refresh rate with the FPS that the NVIDIA graphics are putting out, while reducing tearing and stuttering.That means the image moves better and you fight less with the screen.
And the best part is that Samsung has applied it to what is really important for living room and tabletop players: OLED S95H, S90H and S85H TVs and Odyssey G6 monitors.Wow, it's not "top of the top and done", but things go from the inside.
G-SYNC compatible with OLED 2026: What you really notice while playing
First things first: Regarding TVs, Samsung says the 2026 OLED series is designed to play hard.Specifically, the S95H and S90H go up to 165 Hz, while the S85H stays at 120 Hz. And yes, this isn't just a "big number": for shooters, competitive games, or anything fast, more refreshment usually means less blur and a more direct feeling of control (if your PC/console supports it, of course).
Second thing (and this is important for me): In addition to G-SYNC, Samsung also mentioned AMD FreeSync Premium Pro on the main models (S95H/S90H).And the point of action here is to cover more situations: PC with AMD graphics, PC with NVIDIA graphics, console... and anything with VRR and HDR without going crazy.
And third: this year they are introducing HDR10+ ADVANCED, which Samsung is selling as the "next step" to HDR10+ to improve brightness, contrast, motion and color depending on the content.It's not black magic, but it's the kind of improvement that, when used well, helps HDR games not look washed out or weird when there's complex scenes (fire, neon, shadows, etc.).
Glare free on S95H and S90H: The real enemy isn't HDR, it's the living room window
Let's back up with the uncomfortable truth: You can have embarrassing OLED blacks, 165Hz, whatever you want... If you have a window or poorly placed light, you may find yourself playing "with your face reflected" and you'll lose your will.Therefore, Samsung has once again confirmed the Glare Free technology in the S95H and S90H, which is basically for reflection without loading the OLED image.
What does this mean in the real world?If you're gaming during the day or your living room is bright, you're more likely to see a clear picture instead of having to adjust the blinds like in a hidden movie theater.And personally, I feel like it's one of those "sexy" things that makes the difference between TV you like and TV that drives you crazy.
Plus, it makes sense for Samsung to focus on more "gaming cinema" models (S95H/S90H). These are the TVs that many people buy for everything: Netflix, sports, consoles, PCs and more. Half the game is won by reducing reflexes without losing punch.
Odyssey G6 2026: The monitor that started like a dog chasing it
And now comes the headliner for desktop gamers: the 27-inch Odyssey G6 (G60H) boasts being the first to reach 1040Hz, thanks to "Dual Mode" that lets you switch between ultra-high refresh rate HD and native QHD up to 600Hz. It's no longer "I want fluidity", it's "I want to see the future before the opponent".
Now, port: the game to go to the highest FPS to take advantage of those crazy Hz, the GPU must be up to par, and you will be playing titles where it really matters.But as a show of strength, Samsung is not throwing stones, it is throwing a concrete block into the eSports playground.
And there is another user profile. Users who want "movies" and games without losing quality.For this, Samsung mentions the Odyssey G6 (G61SH) with a QD-OLED panel, QHD, 240 Hz, 0.03 ms GTG and HDR10+ GAMING.Less about hertz madness and more about contrast, color and a visually "higher" experience.And yes, both are advertised as G-SYNC compatible, so the VRR does the job.
In the end, the idea is quite clear, Samsung wants its 2026 OLED (on TV and display) to be serious 'plug and play', without having to get your fingers crossed for VRR, HDR and humidifiers.If it then ends with good input lag and a detailed run of the gameplay (which on paper suggests roads), this could be one of those improvements.
