Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - 32" Odyssey 1000R Curved QHD 165Hz 1ms AMD FreeSync Gaming Monitor (DP, HDMI) - Black
Average customer rating
4.6
(222 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 222 reviews
5 Stars
176
4 Stars
29
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
5
1 Star
6
70%of customers recommend this product.
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7 out of
10)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - 32" Odyssey 1000R Curved QHD 165Hz 1ms AMD FreeSync Gaming Monitor (DP, HDMI) - Black
Customer Rating
3
Good but wish it was abit better
on March 19, 2025
Posted by: Fresh1942
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I picked up the 27-inch QHD, 165Hz curved version, and honestly, it's been a mixed bag.
First off, when it's good, it's really good. The curve is immersive, especially for sim racing and open-world games. The 165Hz refresh rate makes everything feel buttery smooth, and the QHD resolution is a massive upgrade from my old 1080p screen. Visually, when the colors are dialed in, it's pretty impressive.
But, and this is a big but, getting those colors dialed in took some serious tweaking. Out of the box, the VA panel felt a bit washed out, and the default settings weren't great. I had to spend a good chunk of time messing with the OSD to get it looking right. Also, I've noticed a bit of ghosting in fast-paced scenes, which is a bit disappointing for a 'gaming' monitor.
The stand is... well, it's there. Tilt adjustment is about all you get. If you want height or swivel, you're gonna need a VESA mount.
For the price, it's decent. You get a high refresh rate and a good resolution, which are the main things I was looking for. But, Samsung, you really need to improve the out-of-the-box color accuracy and maybe put a little more effort into the stand.
Look, I'm not mad, just a little underwhelmed. It's a solid mid-range monitor, but it could be so much better. If you're on a budget and willing to tinker with the setting, it's worth considering
First off, when it's good, it's really good. The curve is immersive, especially for sim racing and open-world games. The 165Hz refresh rate makes everything feel buttery smooth, and the QHD resolution is a massive upgrade from my old 1080p screen. Visually, when the colors are dialed in, it's pretty impressive.
But, and this is a big but, getting those colors dialed in took some serious tweaking. Out of the box, the VA panel felt a bit washed out, and the default settings weren't great. I had to spend a good chunk of time messing with the OSD to get it looking right. Also, I've noticed a bit of ghosting in fast-paced scenes, which is a bit disappointing for a 'gaming' monitor.
The stand is... well, it's there. Tilt adjustment is about all you get. If you want height or swivel, you're gonna need a VESA mount.
For the price, it's decent. You get a high refresh rate and a good resolution, which are the main things I was looking for. But, Samsung, you really need to improve the out-of-the-box color accuracy and maybe put a little more effort into the stand.
Look, I'm not mad, just a little underwhelmed. It's a solid mid-range monitor, but it could be so much better. If you're on a budget and willing to tinker with the setting, it's worth considering
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy Samsung, March 24, 2025
Thank you for your review. Samsung is committed to providing the best possible product experience, quality, and value. Samsung greatly values our customers’ feedback and we utilize your concerns and opinions in our relentless efforts towards delivering world-class products. We are very sorry to hear this product didn't meet your expectations and hope to have you back as a customer again. If there is anything we can do to assist you and improve your product experience, please don't hesitate to contact Samsung Customer Support via: 1-800-SAMSUNG, available 8AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) / 9AM - 11PM EST (Sat-Sun)
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Really nice first gameing monitor
on March 13, 2025
Posted by: TheChosenOne
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was my first ever gameing monitor and the difference is awesome this is verry sharp and the latency was so much better the curved monitor helps with seeing the whole thing in one go since I used to move my head just a tiny bit before I have only got one dead pixel but it was verry hard to see overall 10/10
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I love that it has really good inbuilt cursor
on March 13, 2025
Posted by: MIXTAPE1981
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Mostly for gaming but I've watched high definition video on it and enjoy the experience betting than most midrange TV's.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great curved monitor
on March 11, 2025
Posted by: UnderwhelminglyHilarious
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This monitor is not only good for gaming but for productivity for work as well.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Good Monitor
on March 10, 2025
Posted by: Theos2410
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung curved gaming monitor is a fantastic piece of tech that delivers on its promises. From its quick setup to its immersive curved screen and excellent picture quality, this monitor is a solid choice for gamers and anyone seeking a visually engaging experience.
Unboxing and Setup
The monitor’s quick arrival was a welcome start. Setting up the stand was straightforward. Lacks adjustability, might need a monitor arm.
The monitor’s quick arrival was a welcome start. Setting up the stand was straightforward. Lacks adjustability, might need a monitor arm.
Visual Experience
The picture quality is a standout feature, delivering clear and vibrant visuals that enhance the overall gaming and viewing experience. The curve of the screen creates an immersive, almost cinematic feel, drawing you into the game world. The screen size meets expectations, and the curved screen adds a new dimension to the viewing experience.
The picture quality is a standout feature, delivering clear and vibrant visuals that enhance the overall gaming and viewing experience. The curve of the screen creates an immersive, almost cinematic feel, drawing you into the game world. The screen size meets expectations, and the curved screen adds a new dimension to the viewing experience.
Gaming Performance
In fast-paced games like Valorant, the monitor provides a smooth gaming experience, with clear and good surround audio. While the game’s smoothness is also attributed to the CPU, the monitor’s high refresh rate ensures smooth gameplay with zero lag, even during intense moments.
Additional Features
In fast-paced games like Valorant, the monitor provides a smooth gaming experience, with clear and good surround audio. While the game’s smoothness is also attributed to the CPU, the monitor’s high refresh rate ensures smooth gameplay with zero lag, even during intense moments.
Additional Features
The monitor includes both HDMI and DisplayPort cables, offering flexibility in connectivity. It also has an audio output port for connecting headphones or speakers.
Drawbacks
The absence of stand adjustability may be a downside for some, potentially requiring an additional arm.
The absence of stand adjustability may be a downside for some, potentially requiring an additional arm.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
My son loves this monitor so much.
on March 1, 2025
Posted by: Blue13eyedboi
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My son is 11 an he uses this monitor for gaming as well as streaming he was so excited to get it for christmas this is all he has been asking for.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
2
Great quality, came with broken pixels
on February 28, 2025
Posted by: Victor
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Worked well for a while, then it broke and I could not fix it.
Value
2
Response from Samsung USBy Samsung, February 28, 2025
Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention as Samsung is committed to providing the best possible product experience, quality, and value. Samsung greatly values our customers’ feedback and we utilize your concerns and opinions in our relentless efforts towards delivering world-class products. We are very sorry to hear this product didn't meet your expectations and hope to have you back as a customer again. If there is anything we can do to assist you and improve your product experience, please don't hesitate to contact Samsung Customer Support via: 1-800-SAMSUNG, available 8AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) / 9AM - 11PM EST (Sat-Sun)
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding colors, sync rate is awesome
on February 25, 2025
Posted by: timjlee9
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The best monitor I've ever had! The price point is excellent and exceeds my expectations. I couldn't be more pleased.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US