Samsung has recently made a significant mark in the OLED monitor industry with the release of its first OLED monitor, the 34” Odyssey OLED G8 (G85SB), only a year ago. According to IDC data, Samsung has captured 28.3% of the global OLED monitor market in terms of units sold in 2023. Additionally, the company has earned 34.7% of the total revenue from OLED monitor sales.
At CES 2024, Samsung introduced a range of new Odyssey OLED monitors, including the curved 49” G95SD and the flat options – the 32” G80SD and 27” G60SD. The 49” model has been honored with the CES 2024 Innovation Awards.
Samsung Odyssey OLED G9, a CES 2024 Innovation Awards winner
In addition, Samsung is celebrating its 5th consecutive year as the leader in the gaming monitor market, holding a 20.8% market share in revenue based on IDC data for Q4 2023. The definition of a “gaming monitor” since 2023 is a display with a refresh rate of 144Hz or higher, while before that it was 100Hz or higher.
Gaming monitors accounted for approximately 16% of all monitor shipments last year, along with mainstream and premium offerings, contributing to the market’s recovery after a challenging start in the first half of 2023.
Samsung has been gaining significant traction in the OLED monitor industry, particularly with the release of its 34” Odyssey OLED G8 (G85SB) monitor. In 2023, Samsung managed to secure 28.3% of the global OLED monitor market in terms of units sold and even garnered 34.7% of the total revenue from OLED monitor sales. This is a testament to the quality and popularity of Samsung’s OLED monitors among consumers.
During CES 2024, Samsung unveiled a range of new Odyssey OLED monitors, showcasing their commitment to innovation in the monitor industry. Among the new releases are the curved 49” G95SD and the flat options – the 32” G80SD and 27” G60SD. The 49” model in particular was recognized with the CES 2024 Innovation Awards, highlighting Samsung’s excellence in monitor technology.
Aside from its success in the OLED monitor sector, Samsung has also maintained its leadership in the gaming monitor market for the 5th consecutive year. According to IDC data for Q4 2023, Samsung holds a significant 20.8% market share in revenue for gaming monitors. The criteria for a “gaming monitor” was updated in 2023 to include displays with a refresh rate of 144Hz or higher, showcasing the evolving standards in the gaming industry.
Gaming monitors have become a key segment in the overall monitor market, accounting for about 16% of all monitor shipments in the previous year. This, along with mainstream and premium monitor offerings, played a crucial role in driving market growth and recovery after a challenging start in the first half of 2023.
Samsung’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the monitor industry is evident in its recent achievements and market successes. With a strong presence in the OLED and gaming monitor sectors, Samsung continues to be a leader in technology and consumer satisfaction. The introduction of new Odyssey OLED monitors alongside the recognition at CES 2024 further solidifies Samsung’s position as a key player in the monitor market.